# Bat Talk — Private & Encrypted Messaging > Private & Encrypted Messaging (iPhone/iPad app by MIANJUN LIU.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bat-talk/id6758876134 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [MIANJUN LIU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807915951) - Category: Social Networking - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.6 · 42 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2026-02-13 - Data updated: 2026-08-30 - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bat-talk/id6758876134/reviews.md ## What is Bat Talk? Bat Talk is a privacy-focused instant messaging app designed to keep your conversations secure and confidential. KEY FEATURES: • End-to-End Encryption - Your messages are protected with advanced encryption technology • Secure Messaging - Send text messages with complete privacy • Group Chats - Create private group conversations with friends and family • User Profiles - Customize your profile with avatar and nickname • Privacy First - No data collection or tracking of your conversations • Clean Interface - Simple and intuitive design for easy communication • Real-time Messaging - Fast and reliable message delivery WHY CHOOSE BAT TALK: Bat Talk puts your privacy first. We believe that your conversations should remain private and secure. With end-to-end encryption, your messages can only be read by you and the recipient - not even we can access them. Perfect for individuals and groups who value privacy and want a secure communication platform without compromising on features or user experience. ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | PAY-1 | $0.49 | one-time | | PAY-5 | $2.99 | one-time | | PAY-50 | $34.99 | one-time | | PAY-10 | $6.99 | one-time | | PAY-100 | $69.99 | one-time | | PAY-300 | $199.99 | one-time | | PAY-1000 | $699.99 | one-time | | PAY-500 | $349.99 | one-time | ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.7.0 — 2026-08-11 This release introduces a brand-new look and refines everyday use: • New Sonar theme in three variants — Auto, Warm and Midnight • Encryption status now stays visible at the top of your chats • Search added to Messages, Friends and Groups, with a consistent layout • Refreshed profile page with your identity waveform • Rounded avatars, clearer new-chat button and many small polish fixes ### 1.6.2 — 2026-07-03 This release brings interface refinements and a fix: • Redesigned the Friends and Profile screens for a cleaner, more modern look • Improved the chat and call experience • Fixed an issue where the conversation list could briefly show raw data after a call ### 1.6.1 — 2026-03-10 This release focuses on improving refining key flows: • Fixed an issue where unread badges in group chats did not disappear immediately after opening a chat. • Unread state is now cleared locally as soon as a group chat is opened, so badge updates are more responsive and aligned with actual reading behavior. • Improved group member change notifications and related UX. • System notices for events like member join/leave are now clearer and more consistent in group conversations. • Polished group chat reliability and interaction details. • We made multiple improvements across message flow and screen behavior to reduce inconsistent states and visual glitches. • Enhanced profile experience. • Added a new Message Preview setting, allowing you to control whether push notifications show message content. • Improved push notification behavior, including delivery reliability, tap-to-open routing, and handling across foreground and background states. • Reduced duplicate notifications while you are actively viewing the same private chat or group chat. • Refined private chat message bubbles for better readability and a cleaner conversation experience. • Improved group system messages, making join, leave, removal, and invitation events clearer inside chats. • Optimized unread badge behavior so group unread indicators clear more promptly after entering a group chat. • Fixed an issue where some newly joined group members could encounter message sending problems in certain scenarios. • Improved group display name handling for more consistent and accurate member naming. • Optimized the chat input experience and fixed keyboard dismissal behavior for smoother messaging. • Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.• Added emoji status support, and refined nickname editing plus logout/account action layout for better clarity and usability. ### 1.5.1 — 2026-03-04 • Refreshed the bottom navigation with a floating liquid-glass design and clearer visual layering. • Improved bottom navigation contrast in light theme for better visibility. • Polished the visual style of Messages, Friends, and Groups lists with clearer names and default avatars. • Added nickname-first display for contacts in conversation lists and chat headers. • Improved private and group chat input behavior: tap outside or drag the message list to dismiss the keyboard faster. • Refined the Profile screen layout and action area for a cleaner, simpler experience. • Updated Super Thanks and VIP presentation with clearer tier and mood feedback. • Enhanced group features with group dissolve support and fixes for related UI issues. • Added conversation long-press actions and single-message deletion. • Fixed multiple UI details and stability issues for a smoother overall experience. ### 1.4.2 — 2026-03-02 • Refreshed the top and bottom navigation with a floating liquid-glass style for a cleaner, lighter look. • Fixed the compose (pencil) button being overlapped by the bottom bar. • Updated “Profile > Super Thanks” tier mapping so slider amounts now match backend VIP levels (VIP1–VIP9). • Minor UI polish and stability improvements. ## Apps similar to Bat Talk | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [SpyChat: Private Chat](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spychat-private-chat/id1359039336) | 4.3 (7) | Free | Social Networking | | [Secretly: Secure Messenger](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secretly-secure-messenger/id6760417329) | — | Free | Social Networking | | [2nd Phone Number \| Second Line](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2nd-phone-number-second-line/id6769865013) | 4.7 (19) | Free | Social Networking | | [SNS Friends - 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-30.*