package usermod

import "time"

// RenewVIPLevel returns the level that should remain after extending VIP.
// An active higher level must not be downgraded by a lower-level renewal.
func RenewVIPLevel(currentExpire, now time.Time, currentLevel, renewedLevel int) int {
	if currentExpire.After(now) && currentLevel > renewedLevel {
		return currentLevel
	}
	return renewedLevel
}