Telegram’s development team may introduce a throttling mechanism for users who do not hold a paid subscription, a change that has been observed and discussed within Telegram’s community channels, including the channel known as Dvach. The implication is that free-tier users could encounter slower download and upload speeds as traffic limits are reached, a behavior that would be triggered by exceeding predefined data thresholds. This potential shift is being analyzed by observers who track updates in the app’s backend and by those who test different usage scenarios across regions in North America and beyond. (Citation: Telegram channel Dvach)
In a careful examination of the Telegram client’s source code, researchers noted signals suggesting that file transfers—whether uploads or downloads—could be capped for users without Premium status when traffic ceilings are met. The exact parameters of these caps have not been officially published, leaving room for speculation about what the limits might look like in practice and how often they would reset. The prevailing conjecture among tech watchers is that a cap around 10 Mbit/s for a 60-minute window is a plausible model, with the policy applying repeatedly once the limit is exceeded. (Citation: Telegram channel Dvach)
The timing of these possibilities is tied to Telegram’s broader monetization plan. When Pavel Durov introduced Telegram Premium, he stated that all features available at the time would continue to operate without restriction for free users, at least at that moment. With nearly two years having elapsed since that announcement, Telegram has welcomed a surge of new users and feature adoption, which might prompt the development team to reassess how the service performs under heavier demand. The broader aim appears to be preserving smooth operation under growing load, even if it means rebalancing expectations for free accounts. (Citation: Telegram channel Dvach)
One hallmark of Telegram Premium that drew attention during its rollout was an option called “Accelerated downloading.” This capability promises faster retrieval of media and other files, removing traditional speed limits for eligible subscribers. While the feature was highlighted as part of the Premium package, it has also sparked questions about availability, regional pricing, and how it translates for users in different markets, including Canada and the United States where service tiers might align with local pricing strategies and network conditions. In some regions, the Premium subscription has been marketed with a monthly rate such as 299 local currency units, which may vary by country and platform. (Citation: Telegram channel Dvach)
Meanwhile, a number of early users have reported intermittent issues with Telegram that appear to be separate from any ongoing speed throttling. These reports describe occasional glitches, delays in message delivery, or temporary failures when attempting to share large files. It remains unclear to what extent those experiences were caused by server-side load, client-side updates, or broader network factors. As the service continues to evolve, users in North America should stay informed about policy changes that can affect performance for free accounts while understanding the potential premium advantages that come with Telegram Premium. (Citation: Telegram channel Dvach)