# Masκ > Anonymous location-based group messaging and identity reveal. (iPhone/iPad app by Onyekachi Nwaobasi.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mas/id1063175760 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Onyekachi Nwaobasi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1063175759) - Category: Social Networking, Productivity - Price: Free - Rating: 4.14/5 from 14 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 15.6 · 32 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2016-02-20 - Data updated: 2026-10-07 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mas/id1063175760/reviews.md ## What is Masκ? Mask is an anonymous group messaging app where buildings and entire cities become chatrooms. In these chatrooms, users can chat with each other and eventually take their "mask" off by revealing their identity to newly-made connections. FEATURES: - Group chats and direct messages with anyone in the same building or city as you. - If place-based messaging isn't your thing, fallback to standard messaging and start conversations with people you know from anywhere in the world. - Reveal up to five aspects of your identity -- first name, last name, photo, email and/or phone number -- to specific users you meet and would like to know more about. Special thanks to icons8.com for several icons used within the app. ## Key features - Anonymous group messaging - Location-based chatrooms (buildings/cities) - Direct messages - Identity reveal feature - Standard messaging for known contacts ## Recent user reviews (10 of 24) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mas/id1063175760/reviews.md ### 1/5 — App creator is a violent, extremist *2022-07-01, version 1.9.6* Mr. Nwaobasi Jr. the creator of this app has called for the Klu Klux Klan to lynch black people and threatened a member of the Supreme Court. ### 1/5 — Trash *2022-06-30, version 1.9.6* This app is trash! As soon as I downloaded this app, Africans started spamming my phone from multiple phone numbers trying to get me to purchase things like boats, cars, insurance, internet and phones. I am I the process of contacting the police because they have gotten much of my personal data from my computer..This app is associated with scammers in Nigeria so please do not download because they will immediate get you password and transfer your emails and passwords to credit cards and banking info. This is a dangerous site and I have heard the content creator is associated with a lot of terrorist organizations. He has also threatened to murder political leaders in America. Please do not associate with this app..These Nigerians are know for scamming Americans out of millions especially women please stay away from these degenerates!! ### 1/5 — Glitchy Trash *2022-06-30, version 1.9.6* The app glitches. I couldn’t wait to remove it. Waste of time. ### 5/5 — Lots of improvements, very smooth! *2020-06-03, version 1.9* I downloaded this app before on an old phone and stopped using it after a while. Re-downloaded it, and it is a lot smoother and more inviting to communicate! ### 5/5 — One of the best all around APPs *2019-07-01, version 1.5* I’ve got to say Mask has covered all the bases. This is one of the best apps around. ### 5/5 — A1 *2017-07-06, version 1.1.6* Great way to meet people ### 5/5 — Must have *2017-06-25, version 1.1.6* Best app on the market ### 5/5 — Dope *2017-05-19, version 1.1.6* The UI is great! Can't wait to meet people in my city! ### 5/5 — Such an easy to use app!!! *2017-05-15, version 1.1.6* Fun and simple interface! ### 5/5 — Awesome App!! *2017-03-07, version 1.1.5* I love that I can chat with people around me and stay anonymous at the same time! Then I can reveal only the pieces of information about me that I *want* to reveal. It's fun and definitely entertaining when you have a chat room full of people at your work and it's all anonymous!! Who is it that really thinks the company is going to give us better coffee for free?! In a new town and need a good place to eat? Ask a chat room!! I am so excited about this app! ## Frequently asked questions about Masκ ### What is Masκ? Masκ is an anonymous group messaging app that uses your location to create chatrooms within buildings and cities. You can also use it for standard messaging with people you already know. ### How does Masκ handle identity? You can choose to reveal up to five aspects of your identity (first name, last name, photo, email, phone number) to specific users you connect with on Masκ. ### Is Masκ free to use? Yes, Masκ is completely free to download and use. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements. ### What devices does Masκ support? Masκ is available for iPhone and iPod devices. ### What is the age rating for Masκ? Masκ has an age rating of 17+, indicating mature content may be present. ### How often is Masκ updated? The latest version of Masκ is 2.0.2, and it was last updated on June 18, 2025, suggesting regular updates. ### What is the user sentiment for Masκ? Masκ has a rating of 4.1 stars from 14 ratings, indicating generally positive user reception. ### Can I message people outside my location on Masκ? Yes, in addition to location-based chatrooms, Masκ offers standard messaging to start conversations with people you know from anywhere in the world. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.2 — 2025-06-18 Season 2, Update 0: Two Legit Two Quit 2.0 Updates are usually pretty big deals, and this occasion is no different. In fact, this might be our biggest update ever. Here's a list of some of the most significant changes included in this release: - Voice notes, audio, and file attachments can now be sent in a message - Message reactions! - Dedicated spaces in conversations to view shared media and reactions - Visible unread messages count while viewing a conversation - Toolbar indicator that makes it more obvious when you have unread messages in a different chatroom - Support for public mentions in a conversation - Context menu support for channels - Picture-in-picture support - Profile sharing - Many, many UI improvements - Many, many technical improvements that you wouldn't care about - iOS 18 support - And as always, bug fixes :) ### 2.0.1 — 2024-01-16 Season 2, Update 0: Two Legit Two Quit The writer's strike is over, so we're back with Season 2! 2.0 Updates are usually pretty big deals, and this occasion is no different. In fact, this might be our biggest update ever. Here's a list of some of the most significant changes included in this release: - Voice notes, audio, and file attachments can now be sent in a message - Message reactions! - Dedicated spaces in conversations to view shared media and reactions - Visible unread messages count while viewing a conversation - Toolbar indicator that makes it more obvious when you have unread messages in a different chatroom - Support for public mentions in a conversation - Context menu support for channels - Picture-in-picture support - Profile sharing - Many, many UI improvements - Many, many technical improvements that you wouldn't care about - iOS 17 support - And as always, bug fixes :) ### 2.0 — 2024-01-04 Season 2, Update 0: Double Up The writer's strike is over, so we're back with Season 2! 2.0 Updates are usually pretty big deals, and this occasion is no different. In fact, this might be our biggest update ever. Here's a list of some of the most significant changes included in this release: - Voice notes, audio, and file attachments can now be sent in a message - Message reactions! - Dedicated spaces in conversations to view shared media and reactions - Visible unread messages count while viewing a conversation - Toolbar indicator that makes it more obvious when you have unread messages in a different chatroom - Support for public mentions in a conversation - Context menu support for channels - Picture-in-picture support - Profile sharing - Many, many UI improvements - Many, many technical improvements that you wouldn't care about - iOS 17 support - And as always, bug fixes :) ### 1.9.6 — 2021-07-28 Season 1, Update 24: The Calm (Before the Storm) Improved announcement functionality. Support for video attachments! Videos can now be attached to messages and played back inside the app. Read receipts to let you know the last messages your friends have seen in the conversation. Improved support for Apple Sign-In. Chats can now be started directly from contact cards. Other improvements & bug fixes :) ### 1.9.4 — 2021-04-25 Season 1, Update 23: I Saw the (Apple) Sign Support for video attachments! Videos can now be attached to messages and played back inside the app. Built-in video trimming to get your video attachments down to the perfect size. Read receipts to let you know the last messages your friends have seen in the conversation. Support for Apple Sign-In. Chats can now be started directly from contact cards. More robust chatroom preference to better customize your messaging experience. 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Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-10-07.*