Trainer level

The Trainer level (Japanese: トレーナーレベル Trainer level) is a property of the player in Pokémon GO. The player's Trainer level is increased by earning experience (abbreviated XP). Leveling up earns the player items, and certain levels unlock particular items. Once unlocked, items can appear when searching PokéStops.

After reaching level 5, the player can choose a team, which allows them to use s.

Earning experience
The player can earn experience in the following ways:

Before Gyms were changed on June 20, 2017, players could also earn experience by training at a Gym controlled by their team. Defeating any one Pokémon would earn experience equal to 1/10 of the Prestige added to the Gym, while defeating all of the Gym's Pokémon would earn 12 XP.

Levels
Prior to February 16, 2017, levels above 8 that award Nanab Berries or Pinap Berries instead awarded Razz Berries. Prior to June 20, 2017, levels below 8 that award Nanab Berries did not award any Berries.