# Kathmandu Post

> The Official News App of Kathmandu Post

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kathmandupost](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kathmandupost)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.kathmandupost`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Kantipur Media Group
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 63,611
- **Rating:** 4.00 / 5 (175 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.23
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-04
- **First published:** 2020-01-15
- **Publisher country:** NP
- **Size:** 15 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kathmandupost)
- **Website:** [https://kathmandupost.com](https://kathmandupost.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://kathmandupost.com/pages/privacy-policy](https://kathmandupost.com/pages/privacy-policy)

## Description

The Kathmandu Post Chrome extension is the official news app of Nepal's largest English-language daily newspaper. It offers a redesigned, feature-rich experience for accessing breaking news, opinion pieces, in-depth stories, and news clips. Users can explore top headlines, log in via Facebook or phone number to unlock access to the epaper, and enjoy seamless navigation across popular news sections.

Additional functionalities include offline reading for uninterrupted access to articles, a responsive grid layout optimized for tablets, rich multimedia content on article pages, and real-time breaking news notifications. Users can bookmark articles, follow favorite authors, and share content easily across platforms, ensuring a personalized and engaging news experience on any device.

## Rankings

- #271,331 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.kathmandupost.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise the Kathmandu Post app for its clean design, up-to-date national/international news, and ad-free experience, especially valuing the dark mode and reliability for expats. However, complaints include lack of font customization, login issues preventing access, occasional freezing or white screen errors, infrequent news updates, and missing news sections. Overall, the app is appreciated but could improve user experience by addressing technical and customization problems.

### Pros

- User-friendly interface and design appreciated by multiple users.
- Provides up-to-date national and international news.
- Ad-free or minimal ads enhance user experience.
- Dark mode feature is liked by several users.
- Suitable for expats and those interested in reliable Nepali news.

### Cons

- Lack of font customization options such as size and style.
- Login and sign-up issues frustrating some users.
- Occasional app freezing or white screen problems after initial use.
- Infrequent or delayed news updates noted by users.
- Missing some expected sections like 'international' news or 'blackboard' domain.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kathmandupost)