RFE/RL

Name: RFE/RL
Rating: 4.09 (10096 reviews)
Author: RFE/RL

By: RFE/RL

RFE/RL application is the ultimate news experience for your phone and tablet.

Features & Capabilities

The RFE/RL mobile app delivers the ultimate news experience across Europe and Asia with coverage in 22 languages and 36 countries, including Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Russia. Supported by over 400 journalists and 750 freelancers, it provides uncensored news where free press is restricted. Users can customize news by topic, enjoy reading, audio, and video content, along with live broadcasts and blogs.

Features include breaking news notifications, bookmarking and offline access, low-bandwidth mode for data savings, and the ability to share stories on social platforms. The app also supports Wear OS devices, allowing users to stay informed on the go. Users can contribute content by sending photos, videos, and reports directly to RFE/RL.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

RFE/RL

Downloads:

554,097 107

Rating:

4.09

(10,096) 12 ratings

Version:

5.12.0 Last updated: 2026-02-12

Version code:

2070000125

Creation date:

2011-11-11

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH Moderate risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN Moderate risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk

Size:

46.17MB

Email:

mo*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-06

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 92,659 ▼ 340

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Developed by:

RFE/RL

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.rferl.en

Email:

mo*****@gmail.com

Website:

http://www.rferl.org/

User Reviews

User reviews praise RFE/RL for strong, well-balanced news coverage and value Afghan-focused Radio Azadi content, with many calling it a top source for current events. However, recurring problems include reliability (crashes, slow loads), geo-restrictions, potential bias accusations, and privacy-related behavior, plus UI issues like no dark mode and limited regional customization.

Pros

Well-balanced, high-quality journalism praised across reviews (often described as among the best in the world).
Keeps users updated with current events and important news coverage.
Regional Afghan-focused content (Radio Azadi) is valued by multiple reviewers.

Cons

Reliability and stability problems: crashes, not working on some devices or regions, and slow loading.
Geographical availability issues: inoperable or inaccessible in various countries.
Perceived propaganda bias: some reviewers label it as propaganda.
Privacy/behavior concerns: app reportedly forces Bluetooth on when opened.
UI/UX and personalization issues: font/brightness problems, no dark mode, and limited region customization.