What is Telegram Premium
Complete overview of the Telegram Premium subscription: all features, benefits, and how to buy 30% cheaper.
🕐 Updated: March 2026
👑 What is Telegram Premium?
Telegram Premium is a paid subscription in the Telegram messenger that unlocks exclusive features and removes many limitations.
Premium was launched in June 2022 and has been constantly updated with new features since then. The subscription is available to users worldwide.
You can pay for Premium using Telegram Stars — the messenger's internal currency. And if you don't have Stars, you can easily buy them from us at a discount.
✨ All Telegram Premium Features (2026)
Files up to 4 GB
Upload and send files up to 4 GB — 2x the standard limit
No Ads
No sponsored ads in public channels
Premium Stickers & Emoji
Exclusive animated stickers and emoji statuses
Voice Transcription
Convert voice and video messages to text
Premium Stories
More stories, visible longer, priority in friends' feed
Fast Downloads
Accelerated file and media downloads without limits
Chat Management
Up to 20 chat folders, 10 pinned chats, join up to 1000 channels
Message Translation
Instant translation of any messages into your language
💰 Why Is It Cheaper with STARSEi?
When buying Premium through the App Store or Google Play, you pay the store's commission — up to 30% of the price.
🎉 Save ~30% with STARSEi
By purchasing Premium through our bot, you avoid commissions and get the subscription cheaper than the official price. Plus — no auto-renewal, you only pay for the period you choose!
You can also gift Premium to a friend or loved one — a great present for anyone who uses Telegram a lot.
🛒 How to Buy Premium Cheaper
Open the bot
Go to @starseibot
Select Premium
In the bot menu, choose "Telegram Premium" and your desired subscription period
Pay
Pay with your preferred method: card or TON cryptocurrency
Get Premium
The subscription activates automatically within a few minutes