> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.solmatebot.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.solmatebot.com/telegram-bot/getting-started.md).

# Getting Started

The Solmate Telegram bot brings real-time Solana wallet tracking directly to your Telegram chats.

## Starting the Bot

1. Open Telegram and search for **@SolmateTelegramBot** or click [this link](https://t.me/SolmateTelegramBot)
2. Tap **Start** or type `/start`
3. The bot will show a welcome message with the current SOL price and your tracker status

<figure><img src="https://solmatebot.com/docs/placeholder-telegram-start.png" alt=""><figcaption><p>The Telegram bot start menu</p></figcaption></figure>

## Main Menu

After starting, you'll see buttons for the main features:

| Button       | Description                                    |
| ------------ | ---------------------------------------------- |
| **Trackers** | View and manage all your tracked wallets       |
| **Nametags** | Add custom names to wallet addresses           |
| **Premium**  | View subscription status and upgrade           |
| **Settings** | Configure explorer, buttons, and notifications |
| **Help**     | Get help and links to the support server       |

## Available Commands

| Command   | Description                                             |
| --------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
| `/start`  | Open the main menu                                      |
| `/help`   | Show all commands and support links                     |
| `/add`    | Add new wallet trackers                                 |
| `/remove` | Remove tracked wallets                                  |
| `/stop`   | Pause all active trackers                               |
| `/resume` | Resume all paused trackers                              |
| `/export` | Export all tracked wallets as a .txt file               |
| `/reset`  | Reset all trackers and nametags (requires confirmation) |
| `/token`  | Look up a token's info and security                     |
| `/switch` | Switch bot instance (premium only)                      |

## Group Support

The Telegram bot also works in groups and supergroups, so you can set up tracking for your community.

{% hint style="info" %}
**Free tier:** You can track up to 2 wallets for free. Upgrade to premium for up to 50.
{% endhint %}