Templates / Telegram bot for item multi select and saving to Postgres (Module "Checkbox")

Telegram bot for item multi select and saving to Postgres (Module "Checkbox")

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by Andrew ✓ · 708 views · created 2025-04-21 · Support Chatbot

Ready for 3.0. This template uses no nodes that n8n 3.0 removes. No removed nodes, versions or helpers found. Static check, last run 2026-10-19.

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TelegramPostgres

What it does

Who is this for? This template is for developers and automation specialists looking to create a Telegram bot that enables users to select items from a predefined list and save their choices to a Postgres database. What problem is this workflow solving? It provides a simple and efficient way to collect structured user input via Telegram and store it in a Postgres database, useful for inventory selection, order systems, or preference tracking. What this workflow does - Displays a list of selectable options from a Postgres shoplist table in Telegram - Saves the user’s selection back to the database - Automatically deletes messages at each step to keep the chat clean Setup 1. Create the required tables in Postgres - Replace "n8n" in the provided SQL script with the appropriate schema name for your database - Run the script to create the shoplist table 2. Add necessary credentials in n8n - Telegram: Connect your Telegram bot using the Bot Token - Postgres: Add your Postgres DB credentials to allow the workflow to read/write data How to customize this workflow to your needs - Modify the shoplist table to include your specific options. - Adjust the Telegram messages and logic to match your use case.

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