# Kik Messaging & Chat App

> Messaging, Chatting & Live

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id357218860](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id357218860)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id357218860`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Medialab - Kik
- **Category:** Social Networking
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (485,219 ratings)
- **Version:** 17.16.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-14
- **First published:** 2010-04-10
- **Size:** 169 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-25
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kik-messaging-chat-app/id357218860)
- **Website:** [https://kik.com](https://kik.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://kik.com/privacy-policy/](https://kik.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Kik Messaging & Chat App makes it easy to connect with friends using username-based chats. Chat one-on-one or in groups, and share photos, videos, GIFs, games, and more—fast, flexible messaging.

Meet new friends with similar interests and stay in the loop without sharing phone numbers. This browser extension brings Kik’s social, live chat experience right to your browser.

## Rankings

- #982 — Overall
- #12 — chat
- #17 — message
- #28 — social
- #33 — social media
- #35 — messages

## Review summary

User reviews show Kik is viewed as unstable and bloated with ads, bots, and scams. Crashes, freezes, and login issues are common, and some users face paywalls or forced subscriptions. A minority still recalls the app fondly and maintains connections or likes video chat, but overall sentiment is negative due to reliability, safety concerns, and monetization practices.

### Pros

- Video chat is a valued feature for some users.
- App still retains basic messaging functionality for some longtime users.
- Some users have ongoing connections and talk to people on the app.
- Nostalgia: older users remember the app fondly for past experiences.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and freezes, with slow loading and overall instability.
- Excessive ads, bots, and scam activity that degrade the experience.
- Login and verification problems, including being unable to log in or sign in.
- Paywalls or mandatory paid plans to access features or improve experience.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id357218860)