Telegram launches Premium service! Offering over 10 exclusive features for only NT$160 per month.

Telegram, as the most commonly used communication software in the cryptocurrency community, is often used by project parties, media, and KOLs as a channel for information dissemination. In April of this year, Telegram also added support for cryptocurrency payments. This week, its official announcement stated that the active user base has exceeded 700 million people, and introduced the Telegram Premium feature, where users can enjoy various powerful and convenient functions by paying a small fee each month.

Telegram Premium Features Introduction

After updating Telegram to the latest version, you can find the option for Telegram Premium in the Settings section. By paying 160 TWD per month, you can access over 10 exclusive features. Here is an introduction to the features:

1. Double File Upload Size

All users can upload files and media up to 2 GB and utilize unlimited storage in Telegram Cloud. For Telegram Premium subscribers, the file size limit is doubled to 4GB, which is approximately equivalent to a 4-hour 1080p video or up to 18 days of high-quality audio files.

2. Faster Download Speeds

Telegram Premium subscribers will experience the fastest file download speeds based on their network connection.

3. Enhanced Feature Limits

Telegram Premium subscribers can follow up to 1,000 channels, increase their self-created group public links (e.g., t.me/name) to 20, add up to 4 accounts, pin up to 10 channels, and increase the limit for saved favorite stickers to 10. Additionally, there is an expanded character limit for personal profiles and the ability to insert links.

4. Voice Message-to-Text Conversion

If you prefer not to listen to voice messages, you can easily convert them to text with a single click.

5. Unique Full-Screen Stickers

Telegram's art team releases unique full-screen stickers monthly with vivid effects.

6. Unique Message Reply Emojis

Telegram Premium subscribers can react to messages with a wider range of emojis.

7. Advanced Chat Room Management

Telegram Premium subscribers can categorize channels or groups according to their needs, such as dividing them into family, work, games, etc., and organize related channels or groups accordingly. Additionally, subscribers can enable automatic archiving and muting of new chat rooms in the "Privacy & Security" settings.

8. Use Animated Profile Pictures

Telegram Premium subscribers can use dynamic videos as their profile pictures, showcasing their unique characteristics through looping animations.

9. Subscriber Badge

Telegram Premium subscribers will receive an exclusive badge displayed in chat lists, contact lists, and above chat rooms.

10. Exclusive Telegram Icons

Telegram Premium subscribers have access to three additional app icons.

11. Ad-Free Experience

In certain countries or regions, sponsored messages may appear in large public groups, but Telegram Premium subscribers will not see these messages.

The above features are exclusive to Telegram Premium users. The Telegram team states that the contributions of subscribers will help them improve and expand the application over the next few decades, while maintaining their values of being free, independent, and user-centric, aiming to redefine the operational approach of tech companies.