ircfspace/teleMirror
ircfspace/teleMirrorA simple desktop client for viewing Telegram channels, specifically designed for complex filtering environments like Iran
From the README
teleMirror
teleMirror provides a reliable way to access Telegram channels in heavily filtered internet environments. By utilizing multiple bypass techniques and alternative data sources, it ensures consistent access to content even when direct Telegram connections are blocked.
Features
- š No Telegram Required: View channels without installing the official Telegram app
- š Multi-Source Access: Direct Telegram access + GitHub JSON backup for maximum reliability
- š”ļø Advanced Bypass: Multiple proxy methods including Google Translate to circumvent filtering
- šØ Clean Interface: Modern UI optimized for content reading
- š¾ Smart Caching: Reduces requests and improves loading speed
- š Rich Content: Display posts with views, and media previews
- š Multi-Language Support: Switch between Persian (Farsi) and English with a single click
Downloads
Pre-built binaries are available for the following platforms and architectures:
| Platform | Architectures | | -------- | ---------------- | | Windows | x64, ia32, arm64 | | Linux | x64, arm64 | | macOS | x64, arm64 |
You can download the latest release from the GitHub Releases page.
Installation
Prerequisites
- Node.js (version 16 or higher)
- npm
Installation Steps
- Clone the repository:
git clone
cd teleMirror
- Install dependencies:
npm install
- Run the application:
npm start
Project Structure
teleMirror/
āāā main.js # Main Electron file
āāā server/
ā āāā server.js # Express backend server
āāā renderer/
ā āāā telegram-ui.html # User interface
āāā http-client.js # HTTP client with proxy support
āāā telegram-parser.js # Telegram content parser
āāā preload.js # Electron preload script
āāā assets/ # Static files
Data Sources
The application uses two sources for channel information:
1. Direct Telegram
- Uses Google Translate proxies
- Support for multiple methods to bypass filtering
2. GitHub JSON API
- URL: `
- Channel name must be in lowercase
- Used as backup source when Telegram is unavailable
Technical Features
- Proxy Support: Multiple methods for accessing Telegram
- Smart Caching: 15-minute cache to reduce repeated requests
- Format Conversion: Automatic conversion of GitHub data to Telegram format
- Validation: Prevent creation of invalid channels
- Auto Cleanup: Remove empty and invalid channels
Development
Adding a New Channel
You can add channels in the following formats:
- Username:
ircfspace - With @:
@ircfspace - Telegram URL: `
- Short URL:
t.me/ircfspace
Channel Data Structure
{
username: "channel_name",
name: "Display Name",
loading: false,
photo: " // optional
}
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
- Channel not adding
- Check if the channel address is correct
- Make sure t