Telegram to Release Public Evaluations of Users' Financial Capabilities
In a significant move to boost user engagement and create new revenue streams, Telegram has introduced a new user rating system as part of its recent updates. The new system, which was first discovered by enthusiasts in one of the Telegram test builds in mid-July 2025, is designed to reward active and high-quality users and content creators [1].
The primary purpose of the user rating and rewards system is to boost engagement and productivity among users and content creators on Telegram. By incentivizing quality content creation and active participation, the system aims to foster a more dynamic and interactive community [1]. Automatic content suggestions in channels, together with the rating/rewards, encourage users to stay longer and interact more deeply with the content [1].
The new rating system is likely connected to Telegram's broader push to empower creators with new revenue streams. Monetization avenues enabled or supported by this system may include in-app rewards and tips, subscriptions and memberships, advertising and sponsorship deals, and crowdfunding or donations [1][2]. Telegram mini apps also present monetization potential by integrating these ratings as part of user trust and reward mechanisms [2].
The exact nature of the monetization possibilities within Telegram, if any, is not yet known. However, the integration with rewards and monetization features strongly suggests a focus on user incentivization and creator-driven revenue opportunities [1][2].
The deployment of the rating system on a test server indicates that it is in an advanced stage of development. Users may be able to see the level of their account, as a corresponding mark will be displayed in their profile. Higher-level accounts in the new system may have access to additional features, such as increased limits on the purchase of digital gifts or other actions [1].
The exact timeline for the public launch of the rating system is not yet known. No official information has been provided about the criteria for user account ratings in the new system, and the developers of Telegram and Pavel Durov have not yet commented on the upcoming innovation [1].
The purpose and criteria for the user account ratings in the new system have not been disclosed. The purpose of the rating system, beyond potential monetization, remains unclear [1]. The news about the potential link between the rating system and monetization was reported by "Durov's Code" [2].
References: [1] "Telegram Introduces User Rating System for Enhanced Engagement and Monetization Opportunities," TechCrunch, July 2025. [2] "Telegram's New User Rating System: Monetization Opportunities and Incentives for Users and Creators," Durov's Code, July 2025.
- As Telegram pushes toward monetization through empowering creators, the new user rating system could potentially be employed to reward creators of high-quality content and promote engagement, thereby fostering a more dynamic community.
- With the potential inclusion of monetization features like tips, subscriptions, and advertising, the user rating system may present new revenue opportunities for content creators on Telegram.
