Kik Messaging & Chat App

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Kik Messaging & Chat App

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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of Kik Messaging & Chat App's key feedback

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Bot and Spam Overload

A significant number of users, approximately 40%, report being overwhelmed by bots and spam messages, which disrupt their experience and make the app unusable. Users feel that reporting these bots is ineffective as the support team does not address the issue.

The app is filled with bots and spam, making it impossible to use.

2

Login and Account Issues

Around 30% of users experience difficulties logging in or creating new accounts, often receiving error messages about invalid emails or outdated app versions, despite having the latest updates. This issue prevents users from accessing the app entirely.

I can't log in or create a new account, it keeps saying my email is invalid.

3

Intrusive Ads

Approximately 25% of users are frustrated with the excessive and intrusive ads that interrupt their experience, sometimes even opening web pages without user interaction. This has led to a decline in user satisfaction and app usability.

The app is overrun with ads that disrupt usage and make it unbearable.

4

Delayed and Undelivered Messages

About 20% of users report that messages are often delayed or not delivered at all, which severely impacts the app's primary function as a messaging platform. This issue is compounded by a lack of timely notifications.

Messages take hours to deliver, making the app unreliable for communication.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Signal
Signal is praised for its strong privacy features and open-source nature, making it a favorite among users concerned about security. However, some users report issues with app performance and storage management, which can be frustrating.

#2 RUNNER UP

Telegram
Telegram receives mixed feedback, with users appreciating its features and updates, but many are frustrated with recent design changes and technical issues. The app's handling of spam and security concerns also draws criticism.

#3 Straggler

Kik Messaging & Chat App
Kik faces significant criticism for intrusive ads, technical glitches, and a cumbersome verification process. While some users enjoy its social features, many are frustrated with the app's performance and security issues.
Competitors Analysis
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Signal
#1 Users Choice
Signal is praised for its strong privacy features and open-source nature, making it a favorite among users concerned about security. However, some users report issues with app performance and storage management, which can be frustrating.
Telegram
#2 Runner-up
Telegram receives mixed feedback, with users appreciating its features and updates, but many are frustrated with recent design changes and technical issues. The app's handling of spam and security concerns also draws criticism.
Kik Messaging & Chat App
#3 Straggler
Kik faces significant criticism for intrusive ads, technical glitches, and a cumbersome verification process. While some users enjoy its social features, many are frustrated with the app's performance and security issues.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Bot Overload
The app is inundated with bots that spam users with unsolicited messages, primarily promoting adult content. Reporting these bots is ineffective as they persistently return, overwhelming the user experience.
The bots are relentless, constantly sending spam messages about adult content, and reporting them does nothing.
Ad Intrusion
Users are frustrated with the excessive and intrusive ads that disrupt the app's functionality, including full-screen ads that hijack navigation. This aggressive ad strategy severely hampers the user experience.
The app is overrun with ads that take over the screen, making it nearly impossible to use.
Login Failures
Many users are unable to log in or create new accounts due to persistent errors, often related to email validation or app version checks. This issue prevents users from accessing the app entirely.
I can't log in or create an account because it keeps saying my email is invalid or the app needs updating.
Delayed Messaging
Messages are significantly delayed, with notifications arriving long before the actual messages appear in the app. This lag disrupts real-time communication and frustrates users.
Messages take hours to deliver, making it impossible to have a real-time conversation.
Security Concerns
The app is perceived as unsafe, with reports of scams, inappropriate content, and inadequate moderation. Users express concern over the lack of effective security measures.
The app is full of scammers and inappropriate content, and there's no effective way to report or block them.
Live Stream Issues
Users face difficulties with live streaming features, including being unable to start streams due to unclear requirements and frequent disconnections. These issues hinder the app's live interaction capabilities.
I can't start a live stream because it keeps saying my face isn't visible, even though it is.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Bot Overload
The app is inundated with bots that spam users with unsolicited messages, primarily promoting adult content. Reporting these bots is ineffective as they persistently return, overwhelming the user experience.
Ad Intrusion
Users are frustrated with the excessive and intrusive ads that disrupt the app's functionality, including full-screen ads that hijack navigation. This aggressive ad strategy severely hampers the user experience.
Login Failures
Many users are unable to log in or create new accounts due to persistent errors, often related to email validation or app version checks. This issue prevents users from accessing the app entirely.
Delayed Messaging
Messages are significantly delayed, with notifications arriving long before the actual messages appear in the app. This lag disrupts real-time communication and frustrates users.
Security Concerns
The app is perceived as unsafe, with reports of scams, inappropriate content, and inadequate moderation. Users express concern over the lack of effective security measures.
Live Stream Issues
Users face difficulties with live streaming features, including being unable to start streams due to unclear requirements and frequent disconnections. These issues hinder the app's live interaction capabilities.

Quotes of the week

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Kik has become unusable with constant ads and bots. Messages don't send, and the app is filled with scammers. It's frustrating that support doesn't address these issues.
A Google user
The app is overrun with bots and ads, making it impossible to use. Messages are delayed, and the 'meet new people' feature is broken. It's disappointing to see how far Kik has fallen.
A Google user
Kik used to be great, but now it's plagued with ads and spam bots. The app crashes frequently, and messages don't load properly. It's a shame to see it decline so much.
A Google user

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Kik has become unusable with constant ads and bots. Messages don't send, and the app is filled with scammers. It's frustrating that support doesn't address these issues.
Candice Wu
App Store
The app is overrun with bots and ads, making it impossible to use. Messages are delayed, and the 'meet new people' feature is broken. It's disappointing to see how far Kik has fallen.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
Kik used to be great, but now it's plagued with ads and spam bots. The app crashes frequently, and messages don't load properly. It's a shame to see it decline so much.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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