# Kontan — Business News & Insight

> Business news, insights, and digital replicas of print publications. (iPhone/iPad app by PT. Grahanusa Mediatama.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kontan/id6472717067 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PT. Grahanusa Mediatama](https://appshunter.io/developer/1717605299)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15 · 96 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-07-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kontan/id6472717067/reviews.md

## What is Kontan?

Kontan: Business News & Insight is an application that presents free content from Kontan.co.id, exclusive and premium content namely Business Insight, as well as digital replicas of Kontan print products (Harian Kontan and Tabloid Kontan) called Epaper Kontan.

** By installing the Kontan: Business News & Insight application, you agree to the Terms and Conditions (https://store.kontan.co.id/kontan-digital-premium-access), Privacy Policy (https://www.kontan. co.id/privacy-policy), and Kontan's Cyber ​​Media Reporting Guidelines (https://www.kontan.co.id/pedoman-pemberitaan-media-siber), Subscription Terms of Service (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/).

Kontan helps readers make business and investment decisions with exclusive, in-depth, comprehensive, and independent news. To date, Business Insight and Epaper paid content has been accessed by more than 10,000 customers.

The "home" channel of the Kontan: Business News & Insight application provides free content that is always updated every day, be it news, data, videos, etc. sourced from Kontan.co.id.

All news in the Kontan: Business News & Insight application is the result of independent journalistic work that focuses on meeting readers' needs. Using popular and easy-to-understand language, Kontan discusses economic, business, and investment issues for all levels and groups of society.

By subscribing to Business Insight and Epaper or a combination of both called Kontan Digital Premium Access (KDPA), you will get benefits in the form of:
• Access to all Business Insight content: exclusive, in-depth, comprehensive and independent news
• Access replicas of Harian Kontan (daily) and Tabloid Kontan (weekly) in the form of a digital display called Epaper Kontan
• Archive content and data determined by the selected subscription plan type
• Opportunity to take part in seminars and/or talk shows held by Kontan

In the future, the Kontan: Business News & Insight application will continue to be transformed and developed into a super-app that contains all products and services. Let's communicate to discuss your needs by contacting the Kontan Hotline on Whatsapp number: 0859 5910 0095 or 0812 5253 3732 (Chat Only).

Kontan is a media company under KG Media, one of the Kompas Gramedia business groups which always sides with the truth by providing independent news resulting from quality journalistic work. Kontan journalists are recipients of and have passed certification from the Press Council and/or journalistic organizations that represent journalist associations such as the Alliance of Independent Journalists.

Through media and beyond-media products and services, Kontan helps the public with trustworthy news and data. Through the Kontan Academy education program, various events, and Kontan Share & Learn, Kontan helps educate the community in order to realize the company's vision, namely:

Contributing to creating an Indonesian economy that is independent, modern, highly competitive and socially just; through the best products and services based on business and investment media, as well as healthy companies.


Kontan: Business News & Insight is a subscription-based digital news service launched by PT Grahanusa Mediatama. The monthly subscription fee starts from Rp 20,000.

Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged for the subscription renewal no later than 24 hours before the current subscription period ends.

Cancel anytime: Manage the auto-renewal feature of your subscription through your iTunes account settings at any time. However, the feature must be manually turned off at least 48 hours before the current subscription period ends to avoid being charged.

Any unused portion of the 'free trial' period will be forfeited once you subscribe.

## Key features

- Free daily business news
- Exclusive premium content
- Digital replicas of print publications
- In-depth business analysis
- Investment decision support
- News archive access

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Business Insight 12 Bulan | $9.99 | per year |
| Digital Premium Access 12 Bln | $59.99 | per year |
| Business Insight 6 Bulan | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| Business Insight 1 Bulan | $0.99 | per month |
| Digital Premium Access 1 Bln | $6.99 | per month |
| Digital Premium Access 6 Bln | $29.99 | per 6 months |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kontan/id6472717067/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Aplikasi berita terbaik

*2025-10-22, version 1.3.1*

Aplikasinya bagus karena bisa akses e-paper dan business insight dalam 1 aplikasi. Support login multi device jadi sangat cocok untuk yang punya iPad & iPhone.

### 5/5 — UI rapi meningkatkan minat baca

*2025-10-21, version 1.3.1*

meskipun free ada iklannya, tapi penempatan iklan sgt OK dan tidak menganggu

### 4/5 — Kredibilitas

*2025-09-25, version 1.3.1*

Berita harus jujur. Lebih bagus perbanyak konten ekonomi makro dengan data tersedia.

### 5/5 — Error

*2025-09-01, version 1.3.0*

Done subs tapi halaman tidak bisa dibuka sama sekali

### 5/5 — Ui ux

*2025-06-05, version 1.3.0*

UI UX nya bagus sekali, sangat nyaman dibaca dan digunakan

### 5/5 — Apps experience

*2025-04-20, version 1.2.2*

Good newsletter app. Simple and informative.

### 1/5 — Daftar aja gak bisa

*2025-04-04, version 1.2.1*

Saya tidak pernah daftar email saya ke Kontan app, tapi waktu daftar tidak bisa dengan alasan email pernah didaftarkan, aplikasi apa ini..

### 3/5 — Epaper button

*2025-03-20, version 1.2.1*

Epaper button sebaiknya dihilangkan seperti versi sebelumnya, malah mengganggu dan mengurangi screen untuk membaca.

### 3/5 — Always loading & ga bisa proses payment langganan

*2025-02-21, version 1.2.0*

Always loading & ga bisa proses payment langganan

### 5/5 — Kontan Sukses Terus

*2024-10-03, version 1.1.0*

Semoga appsnya makin berkembang dan canggih jadi superapps andalan investor dan pembaca.. Makin Jaya jaya jayaaaa

## Frequently asked questions about Kontan

### What kind of content does Kontan offer?

Kontan provides free daily business news from Kontan.co.id, exclusive premium content called Business Insight, and digital replicas of its print publications (Harian Kontan and Tabloid Kontan) as Epaper Kontan.

### Is Kontan free to use?

The application offers free content from Kontan.co.id. However, access to premium content like Business Insight and Epaper requires a subscription, which can be purchased through in-app purchases.

### What are the subscription options for Kontan?

Kontan offers several subscription plans, including Business Insight for 1, 6, or 12 months, and Digital Premium Access (combining Business Insight and Epaper) for 1 or 6 months. Many plans include a free trial period.

### How does Kontan ensure the quality of its news?

All news is the result of independent journalistic work by certified journalists. Kontan is a media company under KG Media, part of Kompas Gramedia, committed to providing truthful and independent news.

### Does Kontan have ads?

No, the application does not contain advertisements. The focus is on delivering news and insights without interruption.

### What devices is Kontan available on?

Kontan is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### How often is Kontan updated?

The application was last updated on April 18, 2026, indicating ongoing development and support. The free content is updated daily.

### What is the age rating for Kontan?

Kontan is rated for users aged 12 and older, suggesting content that is generally appropriate for teenagers and adults.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.6 — 2026-07-17

A special offer to welcome you back!
Enjoy exclusive savings and get back to exploring Kontan's premium content.

Also included in this update:
• Improved sign-in experience
• Better viewing experience for videos and images
• General performance improvements and bug fixes for a smoother app experience

### 1.4.5 — 2026-04-18

• Fixed the Dark Mode interface for a more consistent viewing experience
• The sign-in flow has been polished to make accessing your account faster and easier
• Optimised Business Insight and Epaper features to ensure you get the most out of our business analysis
• Improved push notification delivery to keep you updated with news instantly

This version also includes various bug fixes and general performance enhancements!

### 1.4.4 — 2026-04-12

A major update to Kontan app for a significantly more stable performance!

Other things to improve your experience:
• Engage more by adding comments and reactions to news stories
• Access Kontan TV and Epaper more easily via direct links from notifications
• Optimised data storing in KataKaya for a smoother gameplay experience
• KataKaya usernames are now displayed more clearly on the leaderboard.

We’ve also included various bug fixes to ensure the app remains stable and responsive!

### 1.4.2 — 2026-02-20

Introducing KataKaya — a fun word game now available in the app. Sharpen your mind, challenge your knowledge, and enjoy a fresh way to engage with Kontan.

KataKaya: Asah otak dapat cuan!

Now with an improved system checks for a stable connection.

### 1.4.1 — 2026-02-15

Introducing KataKaya — a fun word game now available in the app. Sharpen your mind, challenge your knowledge, and enjoy a fresh way to engage with Kontan.

KataKaya: Asah otak dapat cuan!

Now with an improved landscape layout for larger screens, along with bug fixes for a smoother and more comfortable gameplay experience.

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