FAQs
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1. What is BotMate?
BotMate is a web-based platform that allows users to manage multiple bots across different platforms, like Telegram and Discord, from a single dashboard. It also has a plugin marketplace where users can extend the functionality of their bots with ease.
2. How do I add a bot to BotMate?
To add a bot, simply sign in to your dashboard, select the platform (e.g., Telegram, Discord), and follow the prompts to connect your bot.
3. What are plugins, and how do they work?
Plugins are extensions that add new features or functionalities to your bots. You can browse and install plugins from the marketplace. Some plugins offer a settings UI and dashboard widgets to further customize your experience.
4. Can I create my own plugin for BotMate?
Yes! Developers can create plugins using modern web technologies like TypeScript, React, Node.js, and TailwindCSS. We offer a detailed guide in our documentation to help you get started.
5. Is BotMate free to use?
Yes, BotMate is an open-source platform. You can host it on your own server or use a hosted version.
6. How do I publish my plugin to the marketplace?
To publish your plugin, authenticate via GitHub on our marketplace website. Once authenticated, you can upload your plugin, and it will be available to users who have BotMate installed locally.
7. Can I manage different bots from different platforms in one place?
Yes! BotMate allows you to manage multiple bots across different platforms, but the availability of plugins may vary per platform depending on what developers have built.
8. What if there's no plugin for the platform I need?
If a plugin for a specific platform is not available, you can either develop one yourself or request the community to build it. Since BotMate is open-source, anyone can contribute!
9. Where can I report issues or bugs?
You can report issues directly on our GitHub Issues page (opens in a new tab). Make sure to include details about the problem and steps to reproduce it.
10. How can I contribute to BotMate?
We welcome contributions! You can contribute by submitting code, reporting issues, or improving documentation. Please check our CONTRIBUTION.md for more details.
11. What platforms are supported?
Currently, BotMate supports Telegram and Discord, but we're open to adding more platforms through community-developed plugins.
12. Is there support for multiple users?
Yes, BotMate is designed to allow multiple users to manage bots on a single platform. You can also manage multiple bots at the same time.
13. How secure is BotMate?
BotMate prioritizes user privacy and security. While our open-source version does not include advanced security features out of the box, we recommend implementing additional security measures if needed.
14. How do I get started?
Visit our GitHub repository (opens in a new tab) to download BotMate and follow the setup instructions. For developers, check out our documentation for plugin development guides.
If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out or check our community forums.