AutoForward.netTL;DR
User Session (AutoForward's approach) accesses private channels without Admin rights and achieves sub-1-second latency. Bot API is simpler but completely blocked from private channels — a fatal limitation for signal copy trading.
Detailed Comparison
| Criteria | User Session (AutoForward) | Telegram Bot API |
|---|---|---|
| Access Private Channel (non-Admin) | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Access groups that block bots | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Average forward latency | < 1 second | 1–3 seconds |
| Rate limit | Account-based (flexible) | 30 msg/sec (hard limit) |
| Read message history | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Anonymity when forwarding | ✅ Appears as real user | ❌ Bot tag visible |
| Setup complexity | Medium (one-time OTP) | Low |
| Account ban risk | Low if used correctly | Near zero |
When to Use Each
Use Bot API when: Building interactive bots, source is Public Channel where you're Admin, no history access needed. Use User Session (AutoForward) when: Source is Private Channel/Group, you're not an Admin, need lowest latency, want no-code setup.FAQ
Is User Session safe? Can Telegram ban my account?
AutoForward mimics normal user behavior. Telegram doesn't prohibit reading and forwarding messages. Thousands of users do this daily. Avoid forwarding more than 20 messages/minute per session.
Is my session token secure?
Sessions are Fernet-encrypted and stored securely. AutoForward never shares sessions with third parties.