Want a ping on your phone the second a Shopify order comes in, or a heads up before a product sells out? This guide shows you how to get Shopify alerts on Telegram with n8n, free: real time order notifications and inventory alerts, using two ready to import templates. No code, no per message fee, and it works on your phone, your desktop, or a shared team group.
Why Telegram for Shopify alerts
- Instant. Telegram delivers in real time, so you see an order the second it lands.
- Free. No per message cost, unlike SMS or some chat apps.
- On every device, and easy to share with a team in a group chat.
- Simple to automate. n8n talks to both Shopify and Telegram out of the box.
What you need
- An n8n instance, cloud or self hosted.
- Your Shopify store connected to n8n. Shopify changed how this works in 2026, so follow our guide to connect Shopify to n8n in 2026 first.
- A free Telegram bot (we cover that below).
Template 1: Shopify order notifications on Telegram
This is the one most people want: a Telegram message the moment a new order is placed. It is a two node flow. The Shopify trigger fires on every new order, and the Telegram node sends a message with the order number, total, customer, and item count.
Download (free): Shopify New Order to Telegram Alert (JSON). In n8n, choose Import from File and select it.
Template 2: Shopify inventory alerts on Telegram (low stock)
Never get caught out of stock again. This template turns Shopify inventory changes into Telegram alerts: it watches your stock and pings you when a product drops to or below the number you choose (the default is 5). It uses the Shopify inventory webhook, a simple threshold check, and the Telegram node, so you get an inventory alert in time to reorder.
Download (free): Shopify Low Stock to Telegram Alert (JSON). Set your threshold in the condition node after you import.
Want the full build explained node by node? See the in-depth guides for Shopify order alerts on Telegram and Shopify inventory low stock alerts.
What the alerts look like
Both templates send plain, readable messages you can skim in a second. A new order alert looks like this:
New Shopify order #1043
Total: 128.00 USD
Customer: Sarah M.
Items: 3And an inventory alert looks like this:
Low stock alert
Product: Organic Cotton Tee (M)
Remaining: 4
Time to reorder.You can edit the message text in the Telegram node to add or remove any field, or to write it in your own language.
Prefer a daily summary instead of a ping per order?
If a busy store means too many pings, send yourself one digest a day instead. Our Shopify daily sales report to Telegram guide builds a scheduled workflow that posts your orders, revenue, and best sellers to Telegram every morning. Many stores run the order notification template and the daily report together: instant alerts for the big moments, one clean summary for the numbers.
Create your Telegram bot (2 minutes)
- Open Telegram and message @BotFather. Send
/newbotand follow the prompts to name it. - BotFather gives you a bot token. Copy it.
- In n8n, on the Send to Telegram node, create a Telegram credential and paste the token.
- Get your chat ID: message @userinfobot on Telegram and it replies with your ID. For a team, add your bot to a group and use the group chat ID. Put that ID in the Telegram node.
- Save, then turn the workflow Active. Place a test order or change a stock level to see the alert.
Telegram vs email vs SMS for Shopify alerts
All three can carry a Shopify alert, but they are not equal for this job.
| Channel | Speed | Cost per message | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telegram | Instant | Free | Real time order and inventory alerts |
| Minutes | Free | Daily digests and a written record | |
| SMS | Instant | Paid per message | A fallback when there is no smartphone |
For instant alerts you check dozens of times a day, Telegram wins on cost and speed. Keep email for the daily report, where a searchable record is handy.
Cost
Free. Telegram is free, n8n is free if you self host, and there is no per message charge. The only thing you bring is your Shopify connection.
Want the alert to think, not just notify? Our Shopify AI Order Alert to Telegram agent reads each order and writes a short smart summary that flags anything worth a look, like a large total or an international address. Or browse the full Shopify AI agents collection and the n8n Shopify automation guide.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get Shopify order alerts on Telegram?
Import the free order notification template above into n8n, connect your Shopify store and a Telegram bot, then activate it. Every new order then sends a Telegram message with the order details. No code needed.
How do I set up Shopify inventory alerts on Telegram?
Import the inventory (low stock) template, set your threshold in the condition node, and connect the same Telegram bot. When a product drops to or below that number, you get a Telegram alert so you can reorder in time.
Can I send Shopify alerts to a Telegram group or channel?
Yes. Add your bot to a Telegram group and use the group chat ID in the Telegram node instead of your personal ID. Everyone in the group then sees each alert, which is ideal for a fulfillment or store team.
Is Telegram better than SMS for Shopify order alerts?
For most stores, yes. Telegram is instant and free, while SMS charges per message and adds up fast on a busy store. SMS only wins as a fallback when the person receiving alerts has no smartphone.
Is it free to get Shopify alerts on Telegram?
Yes. Telegram has no per message fee, and n8n is free when self hosted. The templates are free to download and import.
Do I need to know how to code?
No. You import the template, add your Shopify and Telegram credentials, and activate. The setup is a few minutes.
How do I find my Telegram chat ID?
Message @userinfobot on Telegram and it replies with your numeric chat ID. For team alerts, add your bot to a group and use the group chat ID instead.
Comparing options first? See the best n8n AI agent templates for Shopify, all tested and free to run.