RSS to Telegram

This workflow automatically fetches the latest content from a specified RSS source at scheduled intervals, filters out the news that has not been pushed, and sends it to designated users or groups via Telegram. This process not only saves time on manual monitoring and forwarding but also ensures that users can receive the latest information promptly, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of information retrieval. It is suitable for individuals and teams that require rapid information distribution.

Workflow Diagram
RSS to Telegram Workflow diagram

Workflow Name

RSS to Telegram

Key Features and Highlights

This workflow automatically fetches the latest updates from specified RSS feeds at scheduled intervals, filters out previously pushed content, and formats the matched items before delivering them via Telegram messages to designated chat groups or users. It enables real-time information push and distribution.

Core Problems Addressed

Manually monitoring and forwarding RSS subscription content is time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to missing important updates. This workflow automates content fetching, deduplication, and pushing processes, significantly enhancing the efficiency and timeliness of information acquisition, ensuring users receive the latest news promptly.

Use Cases

  • Individuals or teams interested in receiving updates on specific topics such as finance, news, or technology trends
  • Operators or community managers who need to quickly forward RSS content to Telegram groups
  • Media or content platforms seeking to automate content distribution and reduce manual intervention

Main Process Steps

  1. Scheduled Trigger (Cron Node): Automatically starts the workflow every hour.
  2. RSS Content Retrieval (RSS Feed Read Node): Fetches the latest entries from the specified RSS feed.
  3. Record Last Read Timestamp (Latest Read Node): Reads and marks the timestamp of the most recently pushed content.
  4. New Content Check (IF Node): Compares RSS entry timestamps with the historical timestamp to filter out old data.
  5. Update Latest Timestamp (Write Latest Read Node): Saves the latest pushed timestamp to prevent duplicate pushes.
  6. Message Formatting and Push (Telegram Node): Sends the filtered new content as formatted text to the specified Telegram chat.
  7. Skip When No New Content (NoOp Node): Avoids unnecessary operations when there is no new content.

Involved Systems or Services

  • RSS Feed: Serves as the content source providing real-time subscription updates.
  • Telegram: Message delivery channel, sending messages via the Telegram Bot API.

Target Users and Value

  • Information gatherers and content operators
  • Community administrators and corporate team members
  • Any users needing to automatically push RSS content to Telegram
    This workflow helps users automate information flow, reduce manual effort, and improve the timeliness and efficiency of information delivery.