Hey everyone,
I recently finished creating a Telegram bot and I’m curious about tracking its user base. Does anyone have experience with this? I’m looking for the most reliable way to count how many people are actually using my bot.
I’ve thought about a few options, like:
- Counting unique user IDs
- Tracking active sessions
- Using a third-party analytics tool
But I’m not sure which approach would work best. Has anyone tried these methods or have other suggestions? I’d really appreciate any insights or tips from those who’ve dealt with this before.
Also, are there any potential privacy concerns I should be aware of when tracking user numbers? Thanks in advance for your help!
I’ve experimented with multiple methods and found that counting unique user IDs provides a solid foundation for monitoring user counts in Telegram bots. It offers a reliable baseline without overly complicating the process.
In addition to that, tracking the last interaction timestamp for each user can help gauge activity levels over time. This allows me to distinguish between occasional users and regular ones by filtering for those active within a specific time frame, for example, the last 30 days.
Addressing privacy concerns, it is crucial to be transparent about the data collected and ensure that only necessary information is stored in full compliance with Telegram’s policies and prevailing data protection regulations.
hey there! from my experience, tracking unique user IDs is pretty solid for counting users. just make sure to store only what u need tho. also, maybe look into telegram’s built-in analytics? they’ve got some cool features that might help. good luck with ur bot!
From my experience, implementing a database solution to store and count unique user IDs has been the most effective method. It’s straightforward and provides accurate user counts without much overhead. I’d recommend using a lightweight database like SQLite for this purpose.
To enhance your tracking, consider implementing a ‘first interaction’ timestamp for each user. This allows you to analyze user retention and growth over time. You can then query your database to get insights like daily active users or total user count since launch.
Regarding privacy, ensure you’re only storing necessary data and clearly communicate your data usage policy to users. Always comply with Telegram’s terms of service and relevant data protection laws in your jurisdiction.