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Rakuten Viber Messenger: Comprehensive Review of Features and Performance

by Viber Media SARL.

Rakuten Viber provides secure messaging and HD calling with end-to-end encryption. The platform supports group chats, disappearing messages, and media sharing for global communication needs across iOS devices.

Detailed Review

Rakuten Viber Messenger positions itself as a comprehensive communication platform serving over one billion users worldwide. The iOS application combines traditional messaging features with advanced security protocols, offering end-to-end encryption across all conversations and calls. Its market position competes directly with other major messaging platforms while distinguishing itself through strong privacy features and international calling capabilities. The application's core functionality includes free text messaging, HD voice and video calls, group chats supporting up to 250 participants, and disappearing messages that auto-delete after set time periods. Additional features include sticker markets, GIF integration, file sharing up to 200MB, and reminder functions for important messages. The platform supports cross-device synchronization while maintaining encryption standards throughout all communication channels. User experience demonstrates intuitive navigation with a tab-based interface separating chats, calls, and communities. The design employs clean typography and responsive controls, though some organizational complexity emerges in managing large group conversations. Real-world usage patterns show particular strength in international communication scenarios where users leverage free Viber-to-Viber calling across different countries and time zones. User feedback indicates generally positive experiences with notable recurring concerns. Multiple reviewers including Lena (2025-08-05) and Song Sung Blue (2025-08-13) report issues with unsolicited messages from non-contacts despite privacy settings. Technical authentication problems appear in reviews from Alison Rdam (2025-07-22) and Lilly6686 (2025-07-18) regarding verification code delivery, though support resolution receives positive mention. Administrative functionality limitations surface in adrianaqueen010's (2025-09-01) channel management experience. The application demonstrates strongest performance in secure international communication with robust encryption protocols. Limitations include sporadic verification issues and ongoing challenges with spam prevention. Ideal use cases involve users requiring encrypted communication with international contacts, particularly those making regular voice and video calls across regions where cellular charges might otherwise apply.

Key Features

  • End-to-end encrypted messaging ensures complete privacy for all text and media communications
  • Free HD voice and video calling enables crystal-clear international conversations without charges
  • Disappearing messages automatically delete after predetermined time intervals for sensitive discussions
  • Group chat support for 250 participants facilitates large-scale community conversations and planning
  • Multi-platform synchronization maintains conversation history across iOS devices and desktop applications
  • Sticker and GIF marketplace offers extensive expressive options beyond traditional emoji keyboards

Why Users Love It

Strong encryption standards
Free international calling

Perfect for: Users requiring secure international messaging and calling capabilities

Screenshots

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User Reviews

adrianaqueen010
Sep 1, 2025

okay so viber is actually a really really good app. but there is one issue. so i made a channel but is not letting me make anyone an admin. what do i do? i already tried restarting my phone and exiting out of viber. please help Please read!! okay so viber is actually a really really good app. but there is one issue. so i made a channel but is not letting me make anyone an admin. what do i do? i already tried restarting my phone and exiting out of viber. please help

Lena is the coolest
Aug 5, 2025

Everything is great until it comes to getting added into those scam work groups. have to delete and block all of them individually. Just very annoying other than that great app Scams Everything is great until it comes to getting added into those scam work groups. have to delete and block all of them individually. Just very annoying other than that great app

Song Sung Blue
Aug 13, 2025

Even though my settings say contacts only I still receive several messages from people not in my contacts. If I wanted to connect with other people, there are other APPS solely for connecting. Otherwise a good APP. So if viber can improve on this area it would be awesome! strangers Even though my settings say contacts only I still receive several messages from people not in my contacts. If I wanted to connect with other people, there are other APPS solely for connecting. Otherwise a good APP. So if viber can improve on this area it would be awesome!

Alison Rdam
Jul 22, 2025

Yesterday, I tried to log in back my viber account, I added the correct number but I didn’t received the call and also sms So, I tried with another number, it didn’t work and I submitted a request and I discussed the problem with the support team. It didn’t work until this morning but when I came back from work, I tried again. It still didn’t worked and I sent the email again and again until I have got the point for me. They said they reset my account again and I have to restart my phone and reinstalled viber again and tried to log in again and finally it worked. Support Team Yesterday, I tried to log in back my viber account, I added the correct number but I didn’t received the call and also sms So, I tried with another number, it didn’t work and I submitted a request and I discussed the problem with the support team. It didn’t work until this morning but when I came back from work, I tried again. It still didn’t worked and I sent the email again and again until I have got the point for me. They said they reset my account again and I have to restart my phone and reinstalled viber again and tried to log in again and finally it worked.

Lena is the coolest
Aug 5, 2025

Everything is great until it comes to getting added into those scam work groups. have to delete and block all of them individually. Just very annoying other than that great app Scams Everything is great until it comes to getting added into those scam work groups. have to delete and block all of them individually. Just very annoying other than that great app

App Details

Developer

Viber Media SARL.

Platform

ios

Rating

4.6

Last Updated

9/6/2025