WeChat

Trusted App

7.1

1.3k Reviews
May 22, 2025

Update date
Android 6.0+

Android OS

About WeChat

Reviewed byBernadine WisokyContent Editor

WeChat - China's "app for everything." Chats, calls, payments + more.

WeChat is a messaging and lifestyle app that enables communication, payments, and social sharing for s worldwide. It integrates text, voice, video, and additional tools to connect individuals and groups.

Key Features

Messaging: Send text, voice messages, photos, videos, and stickers. Create group chats with up to 500 .

Voice and Video Calls: Make voice or video calls with stable internet access. Group video calls up to 9 participants. "WeChat Out" offers low-rate calls to mobiles and landlines (available in select regions).

Payments: Use "Pay" and "Wallet" for mobile payments and money transfers by linking a card (optional and region-specific).

Social Sharing: Share photos and videos via "Moments" or post temporary updates with "Status". The "Channels" tab provides a feed of short videos.

Location Sharing: Share real-time location with a single tap or find nearby s through "People Nearby".

and Setup

Registration: Create an using a phone number or Facebook, with identity verification required. Setup takes a few minutes.

Profile Customization: Add a photo, name, and region, and personalize a QR code for sharing.

Additional Tools

QR Code Scanner: Scan codes to to games, apps, or services.

Stickers: Access a gallery of animated stickers or create custom ones, including selfie-based stickers.

Mini Programs and Services: Access Channels, Official s, and Mini Programs via Weixin (WeChat’s sister service).

Language : Available in 18 languages, with translation for messages and posts.

Privacy and Storage

Data Storage: Conversations and media (images, videos) are stored offline on the ’s device, not on external servers.

Privacy Controls: s manage access to their data and interactions.

Availability and Usage

Cost: Free to , message, and call, with optional payment features requiring additional setup.

Base: Used by hundreds of millions globally, with strong adoption in Asia, particularly China.

WeChat provides a versatile platform for communication, payments, and social engagement, accessible across multiple devices and regions.

Additional APP Information

Latest Version

8.0.58

ed by

WeChat

Requires Android

Android 6.0+

Available on

WeChat FAQ

Can WeChat be used outside China?

WeChat is a Chinese app that can be used globally. An with an international phone number allows for communication worldwide.

What do I need to create an on WeChat?

To sign up for WeChat, you require a phone number and a connection to someone who has an active . Alternatively, if you possess a genuine Facebook profile with your actual name, then creating an is possible.

Is it possible to make payments on WeChat?

WeChat is a messaging app with WeChat Pay for sending and receiving money. It works globally, regardless of citizenship or location, allowing payments to individuals and businesses both in China and abroad.

How do I add friends on WeChat?

Tap the "s" icon, then select "+ Add s". You can search for s by their ID or phone number, and send friend requests.

Is it possible to delete messages from chats?

Yes. Press & hold any message you wish to remove until options appear. Choose "Delete" (or more) and this will permanently erase that particular item/s from conversation history.