How Post Limits Work During Import
Understanding how limits are calculated during import and why actual usage is always lower than estimated.
FAQ
Why does the system request more limits than posts in my channel?
Telegram doesn't provide a list of actual posts — only the IDs of the first and last message. Between them there can be deleted messages, service records (pinning, title changes), and other technical IDs. Crosslybot counts all IDs in the range because it's impossible to know which ones are real posts before the import starts.
How much does the estimate differ from reality?
Typically, real posts are 20–40% fewer than the estimate shows. The older the channel and the more deletions it has had — the bigger the difference.
How are limits calculated with multiple targets?
Each post is published to each target separately. If you have 2 targets (e.g., VK and Max), 500 posts will require 1,000 limits. The system shows the formula: '500 posts × 2 targets = 1,000 publications'.
What if I don't have enough limits?
Three options: narrow the range (import in parts), purchase a post package in the subscription section, or click 'Yes, start' — forced import will run until limits are exhausted, then stop.
What does the 'Yes, start' button mean?
Force-starts the import even if the estimated limit isn't sufficient. The import will continue as long as limits are available, then stop. Already published posts are preserved.
How can I estimate the number of real posts more accurately?
Open your channel in Telegram and find the last post number (visible in the URL). Then scroll to the beginning and find the first. Real posts are usually 60–80% of the difference. For example, if the first post is #2 and the last is #587 — there are likely 350–470 real posts.
Can I import in parts?
Yes, specify a smaller range and start the import. After completion, specify the next range. Already imported posts won't be duplicated.
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