Troubleshooting
Fix: Telegram Bot Flood Wait Error
How to fix "Telegram Bot Flood Wait Error". Step-by-step troubleshooting guide with solutions.
Telegram throttles bots that send too many messages in a short window, returns FLOOD_WAIT_X errors. BotWave handles these automatically by backing off.
Confirm the symptoms
- Dashboard log shows FLOOD_WAIT entries.
- Bot pauses 30s-10min then resumes.
30-second quick fix
- No action needed; auto-handled. If frequent, slow down command bursts.
Root causes
1. Burst messaging
Telegram's anti-abuse.
- Slow burst rate.
Detailed resolution
- 1
Wait it out
BotWave resumes after the wait period.
Expected result
Bot returns to normal.
Prevent it next time
- Cap commands like /tagall to once per hour.
- For broadcasts, use the staggered Broadcast tool, not raw sends.
Frequently asked questions
Can I disable rate-limiting?
No, Telegram enforces server-side.
Still stuck?
Open a support ticket from the dashboard and we will look at your session logs directly.