tg-ingest

Export Telegram DMs, groups, and contacts to local markdown transcripts.

20|1|Updated Jan 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rohunvora/cool-claude-skills --skill tg-ingest
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Skill: tg-ingest
Source: https://github.com/rohunvora/cool-claude-skills/tree/main/skills/tg-ingest
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rohunvora/cool-claude-skills --skill tg-ingest

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Telegram data export and management can be scattered across tools; tg-ingest provides a standalone CLI to export DMs, groups, and contacts into a local data store and human-readable transcripts for AI context.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standalone Telegram export CLI for DMs, groups, and contacts
  • Quick export to markdown transcripts suitable for AI context
  • Local data storage with a simple, auditable registry for replay and analysis
  • Use Case: A developer collects Telegram messages to feed an AI assistant with accurate historical context.

Quick Start

Install and run the CLI to export a chat transcript or a DM, then save it as markdown for context.

Frequently Asked Questions about tg-ingest

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I export Telegram DMs and group chats for AI context?▼

Use the standalone CLI to export Telegram DMs, group chats, and contacts into a local data store, generating human-readable markdown transcripts that provide accurate historical context for AI assistants.

Can I sync Telegram group messages to a local data store?▼

Yes, you can sync Telegram group messages to a local data store using the CLI's group-sync capabilities. The tool maintains a simple, auditable registry for replay and analysis of your exported chat data.

What is the best way to manage Telegram contacts and export them to markdown?▼

Managing Telegram contacts and exporting them to markdown is best handled through a dedicated CLI that organizes contact workflows alongside DMs and groups. It outputs local, human-readable transcripts suitable for AI processing.

Does the Telegram data export CLI require any external dependencies?▼

No, the Telegram data export CLI does not require external dependencies. It operates as a standalone command-line tool with local data storage, using optional scripts and references to extend its export capabilities.

What format are Telegram chat transcripts saved in for AI context?▼

Telegram chat transcripts are saved in markdown format for AI context. This human-readable output is generated by the CLI and stored locally, making it easy to feed historical chat data into AI assistants.

How do I replay and analyze exported Telegram chat data locally?▼

You can replay and analyze exported Telegram chat data locally through the tool's auditable registry. The CLI stores exported DMs and groups in a local data store, allowing you to review historical transcripts for AI context.