Troubleshooting
Fix: Telegram Bot Missing Permissions
How to fix "Telegram Bot Missing Permissions". Step-by-step troubleshooting guide with solutions.
Telegram bot is in the group but cannot delete messages / restrict members. It must be promoted to admin with the right permissions ticked.
Confirm the symptoms
- /kick returns "no permission".
- Anti-spam doesn't delete.
30-second quick fix
- Promote bot to admin and tick: delete messages, ban users, change info.
Root causes
1. Not admin or admin without required perms
- Promote + tick perms.
Detailed resolution
- 1
Group settings → Administrators → Add admin
Find the bot, promote.
- 2
Tick required permissions
Delete messages, Ban users, Change group info.
Expected result
Moderation actions work.
Frequently asked questions
Does the bot need "Add new admins"?
Only if you want it to programmatically promote others.
Still stuck?
Open a support ticket from the dashboard and we will look at your session logs directly.
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