Telegram Rolls Out Checklists, Suggested Posts, and New Monetization Tools for Creators

Telegram’s latest update—version 11.13.0—adds a fresh layer of interactivity, community collaboration, and monetization for creators and channel admins. From interactive checklists to user-generated posts and flexible payment options, this rollout positions Telegram as more than just a messaging app—it’s becoming a fully-featured content platform.

Collaborative Checklists: Built for Teams and Communities

Telegram Premium users can now create interactive checklists within chats. These checklists allow users to assign, track, and complete tasks collaboratively.

Key Details:

• Checklists can be added in private chats, groups, or even Saved Messages.
• Users can mark items as done in real time.
• Admins control who can edit or complete tasks.
• Files and voice notes can be attached to checklist items.
• Helpful for team coordination, event planning, or community projects.

This feature enhances Telegram’s utility for project management and task sharing, directly within the chat interface.

Suggested Posts: Crowd-Sourced Channel Content

A big win for creators: channel subscribers can now suggest content directly to the channels they follow.

How it Works:

• Fans submit posts via a new "Suggest Post" button.
• Channel owners receive suggestions in a dedicated inbox.
• Creators can edit, reject, or schedule the content.
• Suggested posts maintain creator branding and moderation control.

This adds a layer of community engagement that mirrors Reddit-style submissions or YouTube fan contributions—but curated and controlled entirely within Telegram.

Monetization Comes to Suggested Posts

Telegram now allows monetization of suggested posts, offering creators multiple ways to earn.

Payment Options:

• Users can attach Telegram Stars (virtual currency bought via Apple/Google Pay).
• Or choose Toncoin (Telegram’s native crypto via the TON blockchain).
• Creators receive payment 24 hours after the post goes live.
• If a post is deleted within that period, payments are refunded.

Toncoin payments are non-refundable, offering creators more reliable revenue.

This system allows fans to reward creators directly for publishing their content ideas—enabling micro-patronage for viral moments, reviews, or contributions.

Monetization Tools Go Further with Channel Ads

Telegram recently expanded its channel monetization tools, including:

• Revenue from sponsored messages in public channels with over 1,000 subscribers.
• Withdrawal via TON blockchain—instant, low-fee payouts.
• Integration with affiliate links and creator incentives through Telegram Stars.

Together, these tools create a self-contained creator economy, offering Telegram-based influencers a financial incentive to stay native rather than redirect followers to YouTube or Patreon.

User Experience: Available Now

The new features are included in Telegram version 11.13.0, now live on:

• Android (via Google Play Store)
• iOS (via App Store)

Premium users get first access to checklists, while suggested posts and monetization features are available to all channel admins.

Telegram’s Bigger Strategy

Telegram continues to grow beyond messaging, eyeing the creator economy and productivity space. With over 900 million active users globally, Telegram is positioning itself as a one-stop solution for:

• Community building
• Team coordination
• Monetization and publishing

By launching in-app monetization and turning fans into contributors, Telegram strengthens user retention and opens new revenue streams—without relying on traditional ad models.

Final Thoughts

Telegram’s new update turns passive followers into active contributors, and static content into monetizable assets. Whether you're a solo creator managing a channel or a group organizing a project, the app’s latest features offer meaningful upgrades. It’s part social platform, part productivity suite—and fully creator-ready