Archiving Bot
Archive messages and files directly to Google Drive from within your group.
@SetupBridgeBotGroups Bot
Professional group management: welcomes, scheduling, reminders, events, and more.
@SetupGroupsBotHow do I get started with the archiving bot?
Search for @SetupBridgeBot and add it as a member of your group.
Send /start in the private chat to open the main menu.
Tap "Connect Drive" and follow the authentication steps. The bot will automatically create a setupbridge/ folder.
Reply to any message in the group with /archive and it will be saved to Drive instantly.
Archiving Bot Command Reference
| Command | Description | Where |
|---|---|---|
/start |
Main menu | Private |
/archive |
Archive the replied-to message | Group |
/addkey /trigger FolderName |
Add a custom archive key | Group (admin) |
/removekey /trigger |
Remove an archive key | Group (admin) |
/keys |
Show current archive keys | Group |
/addmagic /trigger chat_id |
Add a magic word for auto-forwarding | Group (admin) |
/removemagic /trigger |
Remove a magic word | Group (admin) |
/magic |
Show current magic words | Group |
/status |
Show account and subscription info | Private |
/chatid |
Show the current chat ID | Anywhere |
Groups Bot Command Reference
| Command | Description | Where |
|---|---|---|
/start |
Main menu and group management | Private |
/all |
Mention all group members | Group (admin) |
/chatid |
Show the current chat ID | Anywhere |
Most of the groups bot's settings are managed from the interactive menu in a private chat with the bot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the two bots? +
@SetupBridgeBot is dedicated to archiving files and messages to Google Drive.
@SetupGroupsBot is dedicated to group management (welcomes, scheduling, reminders, events) and does not connect to Drive.
Are both bots free? +
@SetupBridgeBot offers a free plan that includes general archiving, with paid plans for advanced features like archive keys and magic words.
@SetupGroupsBot offers a free tier for basic use, with paid plans unlocking advanced features and managing multiple groups.
The SMSBridge app offers 50 free messages, with monthly and quarterly subscription plans for unlimited use.
Does the bot access every message in the group? +
No. The bot only archives messages you explicitly instruct it to archive via /archive or one of the custom triggers.
Where exactly are files saved? +
In your own Google Drive, inside a setupbridge/ folder, organized into subfolders by type: Photos, Videos, Audio, Documents.
Can I connect multiple groups? +
Yes, you can add the bot to more than one group and manage each group's settings independently from the main menu.
What file sizes are supported? +
A maximum of 50 MB per file. This limit comes from Telegram API restrictions, not from Drive.