# We need a safe alternative to Telegram for agents like OpenClaw or Hermes

**Switching Demand Score:** 55/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Thread | We need a safe alternative to Telegram for agents like OpenClaw or Hermes |
| Switching from | Telegram |
| Category | Other software |
| Thread type | Ask HN |
| Points | 5 |
| Comments | 1 |
| Posted | 2026-05-11 |

## Why this score
- Names the product being replaced (Telegram).
- Ask HN: someone actively asking for options.

Source: Hacker News via the public Algolia HN Search API (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48093824). Last refreshed: 2026-11-05T14:36:52.739Z.
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