imo is a global instant communication platform that lets users make free voice and video calls, send instant messages, and share photos, videos, and stories. It offers privacy features such as end-to-end encryption, disappearing messages, and a screenshot-blocking 'Time Machine' mode. The app works reliably on low-bandwidth networks and supports group chats, voice rooms, and instant message translation across many languages.
What it's for
Free international voice and video calls1-on-1 and group video calls with family and friendsInstant messaging and file/photo sharing in chatsPosting Stories and saving them beyond 24 hours via Story AlbumTranslating messages for cross-language conversationsManaging multiple accounts on one deviceBlocking unknown callers and controlling who can call youCreating AI-generated profile avatarsGroup voice rooms and public groups
Features 19
- 2-step verification account security
- AI avatar generation via Profile Studio
- Call control and blocking unknown callers
- Disappearing messages
- End-to-End Encryption
- Free international HD video calls
- Free international voice calls
- Group chats
- imo Web browser-based messaging and file sharing
- Instant message translation
- Instant messaging
- Manage Devices (multi-device login control)
- Multiple accounts on one device
- Photo, file, and link sharing within chats
- Spam blocking
- Stickers
- Story feature (24-hour posts) and Story Album for longer storage
- Time Machine (anti-screenshot privacy mode)
- Voice Rooms
At a glance
free tier
TypeMobile app
DeploymentCloud
PlatformsWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
ForIndividuals seeking free and reliable video calls and messaging services globally, People looking to download various versions of a communication app, Users who need free, reliable international calls and messaging with strong privacy protections, Individuals in South Asia and the Middle East seeking secure communication services in local languages, Users searching for alternatives to international messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram
CompanyPageBites, Inc.
Pricing
The app is free to use; a premium offering called 'imoPay Premium' is referenced in the site navigation but no pricing details are shown.
FreeFree
imo is offered as a free communication app; the site also references an 'imoPay Premium' feature but does not state any price for it.
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