Telegram TON Transaction Fee Cut Plan: Pavel Durov Hints Free Payments

Pavel Durov Pushes TON Transaction Fee Toward Zero-Fee Crypto Payments

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has put TON back in the spotlight with a major fee update. He said transaction fees will fall sixfold within one week. The new fixed fees will be 0.00039 TON, or about $0.0005 per transaction. The bigger plan is even stronger: most transactions could soon become fully free.

TON Gets Major Fee Cut After Speed Upgrade

Pavel Durov posted on X that the TON transaction fee will drop sixfold. The fall will be just 0.00039 TON per transaction. That is nearly $0.0005 at the current value shared in his post.

The key detail is the fixed fee model. Durov said this cost won’t change with network load. That means users may not face higher costs when the TON network gets busy. The cut is expected within one week. It also noted Durov’s claim that most transactions will later become fully free.

This update could matter for normal users. High fees often stop people from using crypto for small payments. A very low fixed cost makes small transfers easier.

Source:  Official X

Why Is MTONGA Important?

Durov linked the cost cut to the MTONGA roadmap. MTONGA stands for “Make TON Great Again.” The reduction is step two in that roadmap. Step one came earlier in April. The project had been upgraded and became 10 times faster. He also said the block rate increased six times.

Block rate means how often the network adds new blocks. Faster blocks can help transactions confirm faster. Durov said transactions are now instant and sub-second.

Sub-second finality means confirmation can happen in under one second, for a new crypto user, that feels closer to a normal app payment. This matters because speed alone is not enough. Users also need low and clear fees. It is now trying to offer both together.

What Changes For Telegram Users?

The new Telegram TON transaction fees may help many daily use cases. The biggest impact could come inside Telegram-linked apps.

Telegram already has a large global user base. The close link with Telegram gives it a wide potential audience. Lower fees could make that link more useful. The update may help:

• Telegram mini-app payments

• Small wallet transfers

• Crypto games

• AI agent payments

• Creator tips and rewards

• In-app digital purchases

Micropayments are the clearest example. These are very small payments, often worth only a few cents. They don’t work well when fees are high. A fixed fee of about $0.0005 changes that math. It could make tiny payments more practical. It also makes costs easier to understand. For users, that means fewer surprises. You know the fee before sending the transaction. You don’t need to track network traffic first.

Source: Wu Blockchain X

Can TON Become Feeless?

Durov said most transactions will soon become fully feeless. That means users may pay zero commission for many actions. This is still a roadmap claim, not a full rollout yet. The next week will show how the cost cut works in practice. Still, the direction is clear. The project wants to compete on speed, cost, and Telegram reach.

TON Fee Cut Vs Other Blockchains

The planned $0.0005 fixed fee makes it cheaper than many major chains. Bitcoin’s average fee is around $0.48, while Ethereum (ETH) fee is near $0.70–$0.90. Solana often stays close to $0.0005, though users can add priority fees. Polygon usually charges under $0.01. BNB Chain often remains low, too, usually a few cents or less. This makes the new cost highly competitive for mini-apps, games, and micropayments.

Why This News Matters?

The blockchain has often been seen as built for mass use.  Telegram connection gives it a strong consumer angle. The latest plan supports that story. Fast transactions help users move quickly. Low fixed fees help them move cheaply. Together, those changes could support wider use in apps. Games, wallets, bots, and mini-apps may benefit first.

For crypto adoption, small details matter. A fees of a few dollars can stop a user. A half a tenth of a cent feels much lighter. That is why this transaction cost update is important. It focuses on the simple question users care about most.

How much will it cost me?

Conclusion

TON Blockchain planned fee cut gives the network a strong new story. A fixed $0.0005 fees could help payments, games, and Telegram mini-apps. The bigger claim is even stronger: most transactions may soon cost nothing. If delivered, it could become easier for everyday crypto users.

Disclaimer: This article is for information only. Crypto assets are risky and volatile. Always do your own research before making any financial or investment decision.