How to Buy Telegram Stars
Telegram Stars (★) are Telegram's internal currency for paying digital creators, buying digital goods in bots, and unlocking in-app content. This guide covers everything you need to know.
What Are Telegram Stars?
Telegram Stars are the official in-app currency launched in 2024. They are used to:
- Pay creators and bots for digital content (sticker packs, ebooks, services)
- Tip channels and posts you like
- Unlock premium content in games and mini-apps inside Telegram
- Gift Stars to friends directly in chat
1 Star ≈ $0.013 USD at the platform's reference rate.
Ways to Buy Telegram Stars
Option 1: Through the Telegram App (Card Required)
- Open a bot or channel that accepts Stars.
- Tap Send Stars or Gift Stars.
- Select the amount and pay via the in-app purchase system.
Requires a linked Apple Pay, Google Pay, or credit/debit card. This method is unavailable in many countries due to payment restrictions.
Option 2: Through Marix (No Card Required)
- Go to the Telegram category on Marix.
- Select the Stars package you need.
- Enter your Telegram username (not phone number).
- Pay with any available method (card, SBP, crypto).
- Stars are delivered directly to your Telegram account within minutes.
This is the simplest method for users in Russia and countries where Telegram's built-in payments don't work.
Option 3: Through Fragment (TON Blockchain)
- Open fragment.com in a browser.
- Connect your TON wallet.
- Buy Stars using TON cryptocurrency.
- Stars are credited to your Telegram account instantly.
Requires having TON in a compatible wallet (e.g., Tonkeeper, TON Space).
How to Gift Stars to Someone
Stars can be sent as a gift to any Telegram user:
- Open the person's profile in Telegram.
- Tap the three-dot menu → Gift Stars.
- Choose the amount and confirm.
The recipient receives Stars with a notification that they can use immediately.
What to Spend Stars On
| Use case | Description |
|---|---|
| Bot payments | Pay bots for services, content delivery, games |
| Creator tips | Send tips on any channel post |
| In-app purchases | Buy items inside Telegram mini-apps |
| Gifts | Send to friends as birthday/holiday gifts |
FAQ
Do Telegram Stars Expire?
No. Stars don't expire and stay in your account indefinitely.
Can I Convert Stars Back to Cash?
Creators and bots that receive Stars can convert them to TON cryptocurrency through Fragment. Regular users cannot cash out Stars.
What's the Minimum Purchase?
The minimum is 50 Stars (≈ $0.65) when buying directly through Marix.
Can I Use Stars for Telegram Premium?
No — Premium requires a separate subscription. Stars are only for in-app digital goods and tipping.