I set up my Telegram bot using setWebhook, but now I need to switch to using getUpdates. The documentation mentions that only one method can be active at a time. When I try to retrieve updates, my console shows an error:
{"result": false, "status": 409, "info": "Error: Another webhook is currently active"}
How can I disable the existing webhook to enable getUpdates?
In my experience managing Telegram bots, I encountered a similar issue. The solution was to explicitly remove the webhook through the setWebhook function by sending a request that sets the URL parameter as an empty string. After executing this request, the webhook is disabled and the getUpdates method starts to work as expected. I found it necessary to confirm that no residual setup on the hosting server was interfering with the process, and in my case, checking the server configuration helped alleviate any additional conflicts. This approach should resolve the error you’re encountering.
hey, try calling setWebhook with an empty string for url. it did wonders for me. also, check that no old confiq is holding on. after a moment, getUpdates started working normally.
In my experience, the error can be resolved by calling the deleteWebhook method instead of just setting an empty URL. This approach completely removes any active webhook settings from Telegram’s side. Once I made the call, I waited briefly to ensure the change propagated. It is important to verify on your hosting environment that no scripts are automatically re-enabling the webhook. Confirming that your bot instance is solely using getUpdates after removal has been vital in resolving similar issues for me.
My experience with this issue led me to a slightly different approach. Instead of modifying setWebhook parameters in my main code, I made a dedicated call to the Telegram API’s deleteWebhook endpoint. I issued this as a standalone HTTP request, ensuring the bot’s settings were completely reset. It was helpful to isolate this step during testing to confirm that no other part of the code inadvertently re-enabled the webhook. I also introduced a short delay to let the changes propagate before switching to getUpdates. This method has reliably resolved problems where webhook settings caused conflicts, and I found it effective in refining my bot’s update mechanism.
hey, i solved it by using the deleteWebhook method directly rather than manipulating the url parameter. a short pause afterwards let the removal take effect. hope this helps clear the issue!