Most Popular Mobile Apps In China

As we already know that Social media apps such as Youtube, Facebook, Twitter and other such apps are banned in China. The people there use other platforms to connect with other people and their colleagues.

Here are a few of the Social Media platforms that are used by the People of China:

Wechat

In China, WeChat is an app which is the most popular among people to connect with others. There is around a 700 million user base on this App. WeChat has all the functions of whatsapp, facebook, Viber, Uber and Shazam. Thus, an essential app in China for everyone.

Taobao

In India, we have Flipkart and Amazon, while In China, they have Taobao. It is one of the largest online shopping platforms. Taobao has around 8.4 million annual active merchants. From Medicines to clothes, you can find almost everything here.

Kugao

This is known to be one of the largest music streaming platforms in China with around 230 million user base. In translation the term "Kugao", it means "Cool Dog". Apart from this, this App is free both on ios and Android.

Baidu App

In short, you can say it is a chinese version of Google maps. Google maps was once blocked by China but now it has again started. But Baidu apps is still used now rather than Google maps. In this app, information is in detail and works quicker.

Alipay

This app is a third party payment app used in China. You can use Alipay not only to transfer money but to also pay utility bills and buy bus and train tickets. And above that, all the transactions are free in this platform.

Youku

Youku is the biggest online video platform just like Youtube in India and other countries. Although, it has been losing its popularity this year but still the user base of this platform is high. More than individual content, it has professional content. Apart from this, users can download or stream movies and TV shows directly on this app.

IQIYI

This app can be known as "Netflix of China". It is one of the fastest growing platforms in China where you can watch online videos. It is one of the platforms in the world which has an AI Based search and uses big data to analyse human behaviour. Unlike Netflix which has subscription and free trial, IQIYI is free of subscription.

Douban

It is a lifestyle and social discussion platform apart from social networking site. Users often discuss about books, music, events etc. This platform is known to be similar to the Reddit in India. Not only this, Users can also connect to other users having similar taste and interests.