Rakuten Viber Messenger
Communication
1 Billion+ installs
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- CategoryCommunication
- PlatformAndroid
- DeveloperViber Media
- In-app PurchasesYes
- Installs1 Billion+
- Updated2026-10-20
- SizeVaries with device
- Version28.8.0.0
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Editor's Review
Rakuten Viber Messenger comes from Viber Media and is listed under the Communication category on Google Play. Its store tagline reads: "Messenger for chats, voice and video calls, group messaging, and communities." So far it has been installed 1 Billion+ times and carries a 4.1-star average (16.7M ratings). The latest version (28.8.0.0) was released on 2026-10-20, so the app is still being actively updated. Good to know: it offers optional in-app purchases.
How To Use?
Install Rakuten Viber Messenger from Google Play and open it
Allow only the permissions you are comfortable with
Complete the setup or sign-in steps if the app asks for them
Explore the main menu to find the key features
Keep the app updated for new features and fixes
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Description
Rakuten Viber Messenger is a messaging and calling app for chats, group messaging, voice and video calls, communities, channels, and international calls in one app. Stay connected with friends, family, and people around the world over a simple, expressive messenger built for secure messaging and everyday communication.
Send messages, photos, and files
Send text messages, instant voice and video messages, photos, videos, stickers, GIFs, contacts, and files in one chat app. React to messages instantly with thousands of emojis, so you can respond without typing. Personalize chats with custom stickers, reactions, and emojis. Share photos, notes, contact details, and files inside any conversation.
Make voice and video calls
Make voice and video calls to any Viber contact, anywhere in the world, on mobile or desktop. Enjoy clear sound and smooth calling between friends, family, and colleagues. Start a group video call with up to 60 people at once, use Group Call links on the desktop, and keep the conversation going across devices.
Group chats, communities, and channels
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Open group chats with up to 250 members and stay organized with polls, quizzes, @mentions, and reactions. Discover communities and channels for sports, news, photos, music, and other interests. Follow topics you care about or start your own community to connect with people who share them. Build groups around hobbies, schools, teams, or local interests. Private chats and end-to-end encryption End-to-end encryption is on by default for one-to-one chats, group chats, voice calls, and video calls between Viber users. Encrypted chats stay private between you and the people you talk to. Use disappearing messages with a custom timer, hide chats, and edit or delete messages you have already sent. Manage your privacy from one settings screen. International calls with Viber Out Use Viber Out to call landlines and mobile numbers in countries where the service is available. Choose a Viber Out subscription for a single destination, or buy minutes to call any international phone number you need. Save international contacts for quick calling later. Express yourself with stickers, GIFs, and lenses Make every chat fun with over 55,000 stickers, animated GIFs, and Viber lenses. Create custom stickers, react to messages with emojis, and personalize chats with photos and themes. Chatting feels more personal with expressive media. Notes and reminders Forward useful messages, save links, add notes, and set reminders so you never miss important tasks or events. Keep everything organized inside your messenger. Rakuten Viber Messenger is part of the Rakuten Group, a global leader in e-commerce and financial services. Terms and policies: https://www.viber.com/terms/Screenshots
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