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# How Fast Is Our Software?

### ${color}[#000000](Two of the most common questions we get are "How fast is your software?" and "Can I use it for scalping?")
The software itself is quite fast, with processing times of just a few milliseconds.  However, that's not the entire story.  Copy trading through Telegram involves multiple layers of software and API's.  It's important to understand how this affects a trading system.  All software introduces latencies, which is why we don't recommend any Telegram copy trading system for scalping.
## Telegram API vs Telegram App: Important Timing Differences
Our copy trading system connects to **Telegram using the Telegram API**, not the Telegram mobile or desktop app.
Because of this, messages may **arrive later** than what you see in the Telegram app.
This behavior is normal and outside our control.
## Why the Telegram App Is Faster
The Telegram app is built for people.
It connects directly to Telegram’s fastest delivery network and is optimized for real-time messaging.
The **Telegram API**, however, is designed for software and automation.
Messages must pass through additional systems before they are delivered to API users.
## Why Message Delays Can Happen
When using the Telegram API, message delivery time can be affected by:
* 🌍 Your geographic location
* ⏰ Time of day
* 📈 Overall Telegram server traffic
* 🔁 Telegram API rate limits and internal queues
Because of this, **instant delivery is not guaranteed**.
> Message delays can range from seconds to several minutes.
> During very busy periods on Telegram, delays of as much as **10 minutes** can occur.
This is a known limitation of the Telegram API.
> **All Telegram copy trading systems are affected**, not just ours.
## Why Telegram Copy Trading Is Not Suitable for Scalping
Scalping requires **very fast execution** and **precise timing**.
Telegram-based copy trading involves multiple software steps:
1. Signal is posted in Telegram
2. Telegram API receives the message
3. Our system processes the signal
4. Order is sent to MetaTrader 4 or 5
5. MetaTrader sends the order to your broker
Each step adds small delays. When combined, these delays make scalping unreliable.
### What This Means for Traders
* ❌ Not recommended for scalping or high-frequency trading
* ❌ Not suitable for trades that depend on seconds
* ✅ Best for swing trades, intraday trades, and position trades
## Summary
* Telegram API and Telegram app work differently
* Telegram API message delays are normal and unavoidable
* Delays can sometimes be several minutes
* All Telegram copy trading systems share this limitation
* Telegram copy trading should not be used for scalping
If your trading strategy depends on instant execution, a Telegram-based system is **not the right tool**.