Overview

WeChat is a multi-purpose app developed by Tencent, the same company behind the highly successful PUBG game. Interestingly, WeChat is more than just a messaging app as it comes with an overwhelming number of handy features. Aside from being a messaging app, WeChat also serves as a social media platform, and a digital payment system. It is not going to be described as a super app for no reason. With billions of users worldwide, WeChat is indeed on top of its game. This app allows you to communicate with friends, share your unforgettable moments with everyone, and turn your conversation more engaging and fun.

How do WeChat works?

Using WeChat is simple. The app is designed with a neat and user-friendly interface that you can easily navigate and explore. Simply download WeChat either from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store to get started. If you are using WeChat for the first time, the first thing you need to do is to register an account. Once done, you are free to set up your WeChat profile and let the app get access to your Contact List to see which of them already have WeChat accounts. You can start chatting with your friends using text, photo, voice, video, location sharing, and more. You can also create or join a group of up to 500 members.

Aside from the text messages, you can also use the app to make video and voice calls. A group video call can accommodate up to 9 members. To make the conversation even more engaging, you can send colorful stickers from WeChat’s huge library. WeChat is also a social media platform. You can share your moments by posting photos, videos, and more to your Moment Stream. The app also features an overwhelming number of third-party services that don’t require additional installation, saving you precious phone storage and time. You can also enjoy mini-games within the app created by Tencent. In addition to that, the app also features WeChat Pay that serves as a digital payment system (features in selected regions).

Features

More Ways to Chat- Message friends using text, photo, voice, video, location sharing, and more. Create group chats with up to 500 members.

Video and Voice Calls-High-quality voice and video calls to anywhere in the world. Make group video calls with up to 9 people.

Real-Time Location-Not good at explaining directions? Share your real-time location with the press of a button.

Moment Stream-Share your favorite moments. Post photos, videos, and more to your Moments stream. Share glimpses of your day. Record short videos to post in your Time Capsule before they disappear in 24 hours.

Sticker Gallery-Browse thousands of fun, animated stickers to help express yourself in chats, including stickers with your favorite cartoon and movie characters.

Mini Programs-Countless third-party services all within the WeChat app that doesn’t require additional installation, saving you precious phone storage and time.

WeChat Pay-Enjoy the convenience of world-leading mobile payment features with WeChat Pay and Wallet (*only available in certain regions).

Download & Install WeChat

For Android

1. WeChat requires an Android version 5.0 and above
2. It has a Content Rating of (3+)
3. For Android, the app size is 199 MB so it won’t really hurt much of your phone storage
4. WeChat requires a stable Internet connection.
5. The app will ask you to grant permission to access Identity, Camera, Photos/Media/Files, Storage, Device History, Device ID, Microphone, Phone, Location, and more.

For iOS

1. WeChat for iOS requires iOS version 10.0 or higher, or watchOS version 2.0 or later
2. This app is compatible with various Apple products (iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch)
3. The Age Rating for WeChat is (17+)
4. WeChat for iOS is currently on its version 7.0.15 with recent updates providing improvements, brand new offers, and more
5. The download size for iOS is 339.4 MB
6. The app is available in multiple languages

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