# MiChat

> Instant messaging app for contacts without prior friend requests. (iPhone/iPad app by Beijing Emiage Technology Co.,Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/michat/id806764045 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Beijing Emiage Technology Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/634377134)
- Category: Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: enc, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, fuj, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2014-05-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/michat/id806764045/reviews.md

## What is MiChat?

MiChat is an app for MiChat end users to contact each other listed in phone contacts via internet instant messaging, without adding as friends each other beforehand.

If the recipient is a non-MiChat user, he/she can receive a SMS message, maybe included a URL linking to message attachments such as photos, documents.

## Key features

- Instant messaging
- Contact-based communication
- No friend requests needed
- SMS fallback for non-users
- Attachment sharing

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/michat/id806764045/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Can't sign up

*2023-05-01, version 1.1.0*

Keeps giving assorted error codes

### 1/5 — Error

*2022-07-30, version 1.1.0*

Keeps showing error code when trying to sign up for new account.. this has been happening for over a year with no update from the developers

### 5/5 — Mr

*2021-12-20, version 1.1.0*

Can’t sign in …. need password ?

### 1/5 — Can’t sign up

*2020-09-09, version 1.1.0*

Keeps say error when try sign up?

## Frequently asked questions about MiChat

### How does MiChat work?

MiChat allows you to send instant messages to your phone contacts over the internet without needing to add them as friends. If the recipient doesn't have MiChat, they can receive an SMS with a link to your message and any attachments.

### Is MiChat free to use?

Yes, MiChat is available for free. The app is listed as 'Free' and does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What devices support MiChat?

MiChat is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It was released in 2014 and its latest version is 1.1.0, last updated in March 2015.

### What is the age rating for MiChat?

MiChat has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and families.

### Can I send photos and documents with MiChat?

Yes, you can send attachments such as photos and documents. For non-MiChat users, these attachments may be accessible via a URL included in the SMS message.

### Does MiChat require users to be friends first?

No, a key feature of MiChat is that you can message contacts directly from your phone's contact list without needing to add them as friends beforehand.

### How often is MiChat updated?

MiChat was last updated on March 11, 2015, with version 1.1.0. Given its last update date, it may not receive frequent updates.

### What do users think of MiChat?

MiChat has a rating of 3.4 stars from 15 ratings. This suggests a mixed user sentiment, with some users finding it useful and others experiencing issues.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2015-03-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Optimize user interface

### 1.0.3 — 2014-10-25

Fixed some bugs.

### 1.0.2 — 2014-08-07

1. Supported Español (Spanish).
2. Fixed some bugs.

### 1.0.1 — 2014-05-27

No release notes.

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