> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.obside.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.obside.com/alerts-and-notifications/channels.md).

# Notification channels

## Overview

Obside can notify you on multiple **channels** when an agent triggers an alert or when an important activity occurs on your account. Three channels are available today:

* **Telegram**
* **Push notifications** (browser or installed web app)
* **Email**

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Channel configuration is done from **Settings → Notifications**. You can enable or disable each channel independently, and choose which ones to use for each agent.
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**WhatsApp** notifications are **coming soon**. The channel appears in your settings but isn't active yet.
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## Email

Email notifications are enabled by default. You can configure several categories:

* **Activity alerts** — email alerts when one of your agents triggers or when there's important activity on your account.
* **Weekly recap** — a heads-up when your weekly portfolio recap is ready, after the market week closes.
* **Promotional emails** *(optional)* — product announcements and offers.

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## Telegram

To receive instant notifications on Telegram:

1. From **Settings → Notifications**, click **Connect** next to Telegram.
2. You're redirected to the Obside bot.
3. Click **Start** in the bot to authorize message delivery.

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Once connected, Telegram becomes one of the fastest and most reliable channels to receive your alerts in real time.
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If you see **"Telegram cannot send you messages"**, open the conversation with the bot and send it a message to re-authorize delivery.
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## WhatsApp *(coming soon)*

WhatsApp notifications are **not available yet**. The channel is visible in **Settings → Notifications** marked "Coming soon". Once live, linking will work like this:

1. From **Settings → Notifications**, click **Connect** next to WhatsApp.
2. Get a **validation code**.
3. Send this code to Obside's WhatsApp number shown on screen.

The code expires after 15 minutes — repeat the process if needed.

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## Push notifications

Push notifications are displayed directly in your browser, **even when Obside is closed**. You can enable them on multiple devices (computer, tablet, mobile).

1. From **Settings → Notifications**, click **Enable** in the Push notifications section.
2. Allow notifications in your browser's prompt.
3. For iPhone/iPad, first add Obside to your **home screen** to be able to receive push notifications.

You can then **manage the list of registered devices** and send a **test notification** to verify everything works.

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## Choosing channels for an agent

When **launching an agent** that has the **Notifications** capability, Obside asks you to select **at least one channel** among **Telegram, push notifications and email**. You can enable several in parallel. You can also choose whether the agent notifies you about **general activity**, **trade executions**, or both.

See [Agent capabilities](/agents/capabilities.md) to understand how the Notifications capability is enabled.