Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions and doubts from researchers about how the bot works and how to access records.
Do I need a new account?
No. Al-Mufahris runs inside Telegram; just open the Mini-App from the bot.
How do I pay?
With Telegram Stars, inside the app: 250 Stars per month or 500 Stars for three months.
Can I try before paying?
Yes — a full 24-hour trial, once per account, excluding Excel export and the weighting report.
Where does the data come from?
Major library catalogues, old printed indexes and public digital sources, after field normalisation and cleaning.
What if I find an error in a record?
Use the report button on the card. Nothing is written to the catalogue without moderator review; the table has exactly one writer.
Does a project modify the catalogue?
No. A project is a layer on top of the index: your ordering and notes are yours alone, catalogue data stays untouched.
Can I get the manuscript itself?
Al-Mufahris is a catalogue, not a digital library. Still, more than 600,000 records are linked to their files: an instant file in Telegram, a direct link to the library site, or a one-tap request if the file is in our archive (Researcher plan). Records that have no images at all have no file to offer.
Which interface languages are available?
Arabic, Persian, English, Turkish and Urdu.
How do I correct a mistake in a record?
Tap “Report an error” on the record card. Every report is reviewed, and no correction is written to the catalogue without a moderator's approval.
How often is the data updated?
We release periodic updates (usually quarterly) that include corrections and new additions.
Can I request a custom list based on a specific search?
Yes. Send your request through the channel’s direct messages and we will try to reply as soon as possible. We send the results as an Excel file within a set period.
How can I contact you?
Through the channel’s direct messages. We welcome all your comments and questions.
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