Telegram Stars are the in-app currency you use to pay bots, unlock paid posts, send paid reactions and buy gifts inside Telegram. You can buy them in four ways: in the Telegram app, through the official @PremiumBot, on Fragment with TON, or from a reseller like GetMeFollowers that sends them straight to any @username. This guide walks through each method, compares prices and shows which one makes sense for you.
Quick answer
Open Telegram, go to Settings → My Stars, choose a pack and pay through the App Store or Google Play. That's the easiest way. If you want a lower price per Star, want to send Stars to someone else, or want to pay with crypto, order Telegram Stars on GetMeFollowers: you only need the Telegram username, never a password.
What Are Telegram Stars?
Telegram introduced Stars in 2024 as a single currency for digital purchases inside the app. Instead of entering card details in every bot or mini app, you top up your Stars balance once and spend it anywhere that accepts Stars.
Here's what people use them for:
- Bots and mini apps: paid AI requests, games, digital products and services.
- Paid posts: unlocking photos or videos that channel owners put behind a Star price.
- Paid reactions: sending a ⭐ reaction to a channel post. The channel owner receives all of those Stars.
- Subscriptions: joining private channels that charge a monthly fee in Stars.
- Gifts: buying Telegram gifts for friends, or sending Stars as a present.
- Paid messages: messaging users or channels that charge per message.
Stars are not a cryptocurrency, and ordinary users can't cash them out. Only bot and channel owners can withdraw the Stars they earn, through Fragment.
How Much Do Telegram Stars Cost?
The price depends on where you buy. In the app, Stars cost roughly $0.02 each (for example, about $1.99 for 100 Stars), and the exact price changes slightly by country and app store. Here is how the main options compare:
| Method | Approx. price | How you pay | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telegram app | ~$20 per 1,000 Stars | App Store / Google Play | Small, quick top-ups |
| @PremiumBot | Similar to the app | Payment options in the bot | Desktop users |
| Fragment | Follows the TON price | TON from a crypto wallet | People who already hold TON |
| GetMeFollowers | $16.15 per 1,000 Stars | Crypto | Lower price, gifting, no app store |
Prices are as of October 2026 and can change. Check the current rate on the services page before you order.
Method 1: Buy Stars in the Telegram App
This is the route most people take, because it's already in your phone.
- Open Telegram and tap Settings.
- Tap My Stars.
- Choose a pack, for example 100, 500 or 1,000 Stars.
- Confirm the payment with your App Store or Google Play account.
- The Stars appear in your balance right away.
The downside is the price: app stores take a cut, which is part of why in-app Stars cost more than other options.
Method 2: Buy Stars Through @PremiumBot
Telegram's official @PremiumBot sells Stars too, which is handy on Telegram Desktop or the web version.
- Search for @PremiumBot and press Start.
- Choose the Stars option.
- Pick the amount and complete the payment the bot offers.
Only use the official bot with the blue checkmark. Copycat bots with similar names are a common scam.
Method 3: Buy Stars on Fragment With TON
Fragment is Telegram's own marketplace, and it's the official way to buy Stars with cryptocurrency. It also allows bigger purchases than the in-app packs.
- Go to fragment.com and open the Stars section.
- Connect a TON wallet such as Tonkeeper or Telegram Wallet.
- Enter the username that should receive the Stars and the amount.
- Confirm the transaction in your wallet.
Fragment works well if you already own TON. If you don't, you'll need to buy TON on an exchange first and move it to a wallet, which adds steps and fees.
Method 4: Buy Telegram Stars on GetMeFollowers
If you'd rather skip app store pricing and crypto wallets, GetMeFollowers delivers Stars directly to any Telegram account. You can top up your own account or send Stars to a friend, a client, or a channel admin.
How it works:
- Open the Telegram Stars – Gift to account service.
- Paste the Telegram @username that should receive the Stars into the link field.
- Enter how many Stars you want, from 500 to 10,000, and place the order.
- Pay with crypto. The Stars are sent to that account, usually within a few hours (allow up to 12).
Why people choose this option:
- Lower price: $16.15 per 1,000 Stars, about 20% less than typical in-app pricing.
- No login needed: only the public username. You never share a password or login code.
- Gift-friendly: send Stars to anyone, not just your own account.
- Pay with crypto: no app store or card required.
From $16.15 per 1,000 Stars · delivered to any @username
Running a channel? Get Stars reactions on your posts
Channel owners can also order Telegram Stars for posts: Star reactions sent to a specific post, starting from 50 Stars. Before ordering, turn on paid reactions in your channel: Channel settings → Reactions → Enable Paid Reactions. Then paste the post link into the order form.
How to Gift Telegram Stars to a Friend
There are two easy ways to send Stars as a gift:
- In the app: in Settings → My Stars, use the gift option, pick a contact and pay. The friend gets a message showing the gift.
- On GetMeFollowers: place an order with your friend's @username in the link field. They don't need to do anything, and they don't need to share any login details.
Tips Before You Buy
Stay safe
- Never give anyone your Telegram login code or two-step password. A legitimate seller only needs your username.
- Double-check the username before ordering. Stars sent to the wrong account can't be pulled back.
- Be careful with private sellers in chats who ask you to pay first with no protection.
Want Telegram Premium instead? See our Telegram Premium subscriptions. Premium unlocks features like faster downloads and larger uploads, while Stars are a balance you spend on content and bots.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Telegram Stars used for?
You spend them inside Telegram on bots and mini apps, paid photos and videos, paid reactions, private channel subscriptions, gifts and paid messages.
How much is 1 Telegram Star?
Inside the app, one Star costs about $0.02, so 1,000 Stars are around $20. On GetMeFollowers, 1,000 Stars cost $16.15, which works out to about $0.016 per Star.
Is it safe to buy Telegram Stars from a third-party site?
It's safe when the seller only asks for your public username. GetMeFollowers never asks for your login code or password. Avoid anyone who asks for those details.
How long does delivery take on GetMeFollowers?
Most orders arrive within a few hours. Activation can take up to 12 hours in some cases.
What is the minimum order?
The minimum is 500 Stars and the maximum is 10,000 Stars per order for the gift-to-account service. Stars for posts start at 50.
Can I turn Telegram Stars back into money?
Regular users can't. Only bot and channel owners can withdraw the Stars they earn, through Fragment.
Can I buy Stars for someone else?
Yes. In the app you can use the gift option, and on GetMeFollowers you simply enter their @username when you order.
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