# Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis) — IBD Community & Support

> Online community and support platform for individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). (iPhone/iPad app by Healthline Media, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bezzy-ibd-crohns-and-colitis/id1459294732 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Healthline Media, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/437304328)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 657 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 109 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-05-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bezzy-ibd-crohns-and-colitis/id1459294732/reviews.md

## What is Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis)?

As humans, we’re hardwired for connection. Belonging to a community makes us feel safe and helps us thrive. 
 
But so often, living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can make you feel physically and emotionally isolated. Not only can it be hard to do things you loved before your diagnosis, but it can also feel like no one understands what it’s like.
 
Until now.

Our mission is to cultivate a space powered by the IBD community and empowered by each other. From one-to-one chats to conversation forums, we make connecting easy. This is a safe place to find and receive advice, to seek and offer support, and to discover the authentic stories of members, just like you.
 
Bezzy IBD is a free online platform bringing new meaning to the word “community.” 
 
Our aim is to create an experience where:
- everyone feels seen, valued, and understood
- everyone’s story matters
- shared vulnerability is the name of the game
 
Bezzy IBD is a place where you are more than your IBD. It’s a place where, finally, you belong.

HOW IT WORKS

Social-first Content
Like all of your favorite social networks, we’ve designed an activity feed to connect you with other members living with IBD. We pride ourselves on making Bezzy IBD a safe and secure space where you can join live discussions, connect one-to-one, and read the latest articles and personal stories.

Live Chats 
Need to vent? Get advice? Share what’s on your mind? Hop into a daily live chat to join the conversation. They’re often led by our amazing Community Guide, but you can also expect to chat with other advocates and experts, too.
 
Forums
From treatments to symptoms to daily living, IBD changes everything. Whatever you're feeling on any given day, there's a forum where you can connect and share directly with others.
 
1:1 Messaging
Let us connect you with a new member from our community every day. We’ll recommend members to you based on your treatment plan, lifestyle interests, and needs. Browse member profiles and request to connect with anyone from our community with members listed as “Online Now.”

Discover Articles and Stories
We believe that shared experiences empower the kind of belonging that can help people not only survive—but thrive—with IBD. Our stories offer perspectives and tips from people who know what it’s like.
Get handpicked wellness and member stories delivered to you each week.
 
Connect Safely Anytime, Anywhere 
We take thoughtful steps to build safety, security, and privacy into our platform and foster an environment where members feel safe sharing their personal experiences. Check and send messages, see who’s online, and get notified when a new message comes in—so you’ll never miss a thing. 
 
 
ABOUT HEALTHLINE

Healthline Media is the top ranked health publisher and number 44 on Comscore’s Top 100 Property rankings. Across all of its properties, Healthline Media each month publishes up to 1,000 scientifically accurate yet reader-friendly articles authored by more than 120 writers and reviewed by more than 100 doctors, clinicians, nutritionists, and other experts. The company’s repository contains more than 70,000 articles, each updated with current protocol.

More than 200 million people worldwide and 86 million people in the U.S. visit Healthline’s sites each month, according to Google Analytics and Comscore, respectively.

Healthline Media is an RVO Health Company

## Key features

- Social-first activity feed
- Live chat discussions
- Dedicated forums for IBD topics
- One-to-one member messaging
- Personal stories and articles
- Community-led conversations

## What do users think of Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis)?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👥 Supportive community for IBD patients
- 💬 Helpful peer-to-peer advice and experiences
- 🤝 Reduces isolation and loneliness
- 📚 Informative resources and discussions
- ❤️ Safe space for vulnerable health topics

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
- 🐛 Buggy country/phone number registration
- 🐛 Verification code page loading issues
- 🐛 Scroll wheel malfunction on iPhone
- 🚫 Rejects valid Canadian phone numbers
- ⚠️ Lacks content moderation
- ⚠️ Misinformation and bad medical advice
- 🔐 No password recovery option
- 📱 Inconsistent notification delivery
- 🌍 Missing country options in database

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Country selection scroll doesn't work properly on iPhone
- Two-factor authentication rejects valid phone numbers
- VOIP detection incorrectly flags valid cell numbers
- Verification code page stuck on loading
- Like button not functioning after recent update
- In-app notifications not being received
- Password login forgotten between sessions
- Unable to verify with same cell number on multiple accounts
- Token refresh error during sign-up
- App crashes when entering phone number

**Most requested features**

- Add constipation as a symptom filter option
- Edit posts and comments functionality
- Face ID/biometric login support
- Forgot password recovery option
- User spam/promotion clause enforcement
- Content moderation for medical advice

## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bezzy-ibd-crohns-and-colitis/id1459294732/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Used to work

*2026-07-23*

Not sure what happened but now there’s no search option? Just endlessly scrolling posts is not helpful and basically renders this app completely useless.

### 1/5 — Useless to Canada

*2025-01-04, version 12.3.1*

Cannot register country or phone number credentials. Please get this fixed, I am not the only one who is having issues!

### 1/5 — Sucks- from a Canadian

*2024-12-25, version 12.3.1*

If you manage to get past the super buggy screen of telling them where u are located, if you are Canadian they will say the phone number you have is phony.

### 2/5 — Technical issues

*2024-11-21*

Whenever I try to sign up it gets stuck on the verification code page. I’ve tried multiple times and it just keeps loading. Was really hoping to try this app :(

### 1/5 — App won’t accept Canadian Phone Numbers

*2024-11-16, version 12.1.0*

I cannot even set up an account as their two party verification does not accept my Canadian phone number.

### 3/5 — Trying to log in triggers my ibs

*2024-10-27*

Super glitchy, from the scroll wheel, to putting your phone number in and it just crashes,  need to seriously fix the bugs,

### 1/5 — Really frustrated trying to create an account.

*2024-09-14, version 11.3.3*

OK, so here’s the deal……

Getting VERY frustrated in trying to just set up my account due to problems with the app.    I tried reporting the problem from the App Store but that reporting process didn’t work because it would not allow me to select the product because my account creation process in the app could not be completed.

Hopefully the developer will see the bad review, read it and try to fix the problem. 

Two complaints about this app.  

The country selection scroll doesn’t work properly on an iPhone so I had a REALLY difficult time picking my country. It wouldn’t properly…. As soon as I tried it would immediately select whatever was showing on the screen.  Not a show stopper because I finally was able to get where I needed to be and select…. But it took 20-30 attempts.  Not impressed. 

The problem that stopped me in my tracks is  when it wants to text me a 6 digit 2-factor identification code to my phone. I entered my phone number, however it immediately pops up an error and a stupid joke (hahaha) saying that my number is a VOIP which cannot be used. Where you get the idea that this is a VOIP is beyond me.    This is NOT a VOIP number, it is attached to my cell phone carrier.   I also tried another cell number and had the same problem.  I was going to put in my landline but that wouldn’t work because, you know, it’s a land line which won’t receive a text!! 

So, as much as I’d like to be able to use this app, I cannot because I’m unable to complete the setup!!  Because I can’t complete the setup I cannot report the problem through the App Store which would then notify the developer.    

In my opinion, a flawed app.   

I’ll just have to wait….. check back one day to see if this ever gets resolved.

### 3/5 — Can’t get into the app

*2024-09-07*

I joined but it keeps saying my password is wrong, and there is no “forgot password” option. I tried to join with a different email and it wouldn’t let me verify with the same cell #.

### 2/5 — Buggy

*2024-04-13*

I haven’t been able to “like” any posts since the most recent update. I also have not received any in app notifications. -~-~ -~-~ -~-~ -~-~ -~-~ -~-~ -~-~ -~-~ -~-~ I love the idea of the app. It seems less regulated than it used to be. I see a lot of IBS comments; these are different conditions which is a big misunderstanding. These used to get a gentle reminder that this is an IBD group app. I would like if there was a user clause about spamming. I’ve seen a lot of posts constantly promoting the same “dr product line” when it’s not applicable to the original user’s comment.

### 1/5 — Bad advice with no moderation

*2023-04-08*

Lots of people giving bad medical advice and wrong information with nobody monitoring this. Just one example: somebody told someone who didn’t want another scope right away that doctors won’t give you one unless it’s been two years since your last. Not only is that wrong, it makes no sense at all. Why aren’t you people monitoring this??? Someone is going to end up in the hospital or worse listening to clueless people

## Frequently asked questions about Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis)

### What is Bezzy IBD?

Bezzy IBD is a free online platform designed to connect individuals living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). It provides a safe and secure space for members to find support, share advice, and read authentic stories from others with similar experiences. The app aims to combat the isolation often associated with IBD.

### What are the main features of Bezzy IBD?

Key features include a social-first activity feed to connect with other members, live chat discussions often led by community guides or experts, dedicated forums for various IBD-related topics, and one-to-one messaging to connect with other members. Users can also discover articles and personal stories from the IBD community.

### Is Bezzy IBD free to use?

Yes, Bezzy IBD is a completely free online platform. There are no costs associated with joining the community, participating in discussions, or using any of its features. The app is supported by ads.

### How does Bezzy IBD help me connect with others?

The app facilitates connections through an activity feed, live daily chats, dedicated forums for specific topics, and a one-to-one messaging system. It even recommends members to connect with based on your treatment plan, lifestyle interests, and needs, making it easier to find relevant support.

### Is my personal information safe on Bezzy IBD?

Bezzy IBD takes thoughtful steps to build safety, security, and privacy into its platform. It fosters an environment where members feel safe sharing their personal experiences. You can check and send messages, see who's online, and get notified when a new message arrives, all within a secure system.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 15.1.5 — 2026-08-28

We're always making strides to ensure Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis) is the best version of itself.

This update includes:
- Small updates and bug fixes: optimizations to help improve your experience

### 15.1.4 — 2026-07-24

We're always making strides to ensure Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis) is the best version of itself.

This update includes:
- Small updates and bug fixes: optimizations to help improve your experience

### 15.1.3 — 2026-07-22

We're always making strides to ensure Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis) is the best version of itself.

This update includes:
- Small updates and bug fixes: optimizations to help improve your experience

### 15.1.2 — 2026-07-14

We're always making strides to ensure Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis) is the best version of itself.

This update includes:
- Small updates and bug fixes: optimizations to help improve your experience

### 15.1.1 — 2026-07-02

We're always making strides to ensure Bezzy IBD (Crohn's & Colitis) is the best version of itself.

This update includes:
- Small updates and bug fixes: optimizations to help improve your experience

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