# Mankato Free Press

> News

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id429744440](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id429744440)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id429744440`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** CNHI LLC
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (142 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.19.24
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-16
- **First published:** 2011-04-08
- **Size:** 36 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-25
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mankato-free-press/id429744440)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://static.cnhionline.com/cnhi/site/privacy.html](https://static.cnhionline.com/cnhi/site/privacy.html)

## Description

Mankato Free Press for Chrome brings local news, sports, photos, and videos to your browser. Download daily editions for offline reading, view articles as printed, and stay updated with breaking news and weather.

Features include offline access, horizontal or vertical page viewing, easy sharing to social networks, and quick access to classifieds and local shopping.

## Rankings

- #120,356 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviewers consistently praise the Mankato Free Press app for strong local coverage and easy access via an e-edition that mirrors print. However, multiple reviews report issues with login credentials, app stability, and paywall restrictions, and some dislike flashing ads. Overall, the app is valued for dependable local news access and portability, with clear opportunities to improve authentication, stability, and the subscription experience.

### Pros

- High-quality local reporting and coverage praised as superior to larger papers.
- Easy to navigate, user-friendly app/website with reliable performance.
- Digital formats including an e-edition that mirrors the print version and preserves layout.
- Convenient access anytime and while traveling, reducing clutter and paper usage.

### Cons

- Login/authentication friction, frequent sign-in requirements and password management issues.
- Crashes and reliability problems, including stories not loading and slow performance after updates.
- Paywall and subscription barriers, such as limited free articles and gated content.
- Ads and UI clutter, including flashing ads that make reading harder.

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