Stars Calculator
Estimate fees, commissions, and net earnings.
Telegram Stars do not have one fixed USD value. Buyers pay one rate, while creators usually receive a different withdrawal value after Telegram, TON, Fragment, and exchange fees. Use this calculator to compare buy price, creator cash-out value, and TON/USD estimates before sending or withdrawing Stars.
Last updated: June 2026. Rates are estimates; check Telegram, Fragment, TON price, and exchange fees before large transactions.
Current Market Rate is $0.02 per Star. Price updates every minute based on Fragment auctions.
Withdrawals take approximately 21 days to clear on the blockchain unless using instant P2P markets.
Common amounts at current rate
| Amount | Buy via Fragment | Creator withdrawal est. |
|---|---|---|
| 100 Stars | $1.57 | $1.47 |
| 500 Stars | $7.83 | $7.36 |
| 1,000 Stars | $15.66 | $14.73 |
| 5,000 Stars | $78.28 | $73.63 |
Fragment estimate includes ~1% network fee. Creator withdrawal estimate includes 5% Fragment fee. Values update with the live rate above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 Telegram Star in USD?
There is no single fixed rate. 1 Star is approximately $0.013–0.02 depending on the current TON/USD price. The calculator above shows the current estimate. Buyers typically pay slightly more due to platform or network fees.
How much is 1000 Telegram Stars in USD?
At current rates, 1,000 Stars costs buyers approximately $13–20 via Fragment, or up to 30% more through the Telegram app (which adds an app-store markup). Creators who withdraw 1,000 Stars receive a slightly lower amount after the Fragment conversion and exchange fees.
Can creators convert Telegram Stars to cash?
Yes. Stars earned as a creator can be withdrawn through Fragment as TON, then sold on an exchange for USD or local currency. Stars you purchased cannot be cashed out — only Stars you earned through tips, subscriptions, bot payments, or mini-app transactions.
Why is the creator withdrawal value different from the buy price?
Buyers pay via the Telegram app (with a 30% app-store markup) or via Fragment at near-market rate. Creators withdraw at Telegram's conversion rate (200 Stars = 1 TON) and then pay exchange fees to convert TON to fiat. The two paths have different fee structures, so the effective USD values differ.
Is Fragment cheaper than buying Stars in the app?
Yes, for most amounts. Buying Stars through the Telegram mobile app includes a 30% Apple or Google platform fee. Fragment lets you pay with TON directly, skipping that markup. For very small amounts under 50 Stars, the wallet setup time may outweigh the savings.