# Nearscribe

> Location-based instant messaging for groups and communities. (iPhone/iPad app by John Kuiphoff.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nearscribe/id972682061 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [John Kuiphoff](https://appshunter.io/developer/647719186)
- Category: Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-03-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nearscribe/id972682061/reviews.md

## What is Nearscribe?

Nearscribe is a location-based instant messaging platform designed for universities, events, communities and businesses.

## Key features

- Location-based messaging
- Instant communication
- University networking
- Event communication
- Community chat
- Business messaging

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nearscribe/id972682061/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Cool App

*2015-03-24*

This is a pretty cool app. I enjoy using it.

## Frequently asked questions about Nearscribe

### What is Nearscribe?

Nearscribe is a location-based instant messaging platform designed for universities, events, communities, and businesses to facilitate local communication.

### Is Nearscribe free to use?

Yes, Nearscribe is available for free, with no cost to download or use its core messaging features.

### What age rating is Nearscribe suitable for?

Nearscribe has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teenagers and older users.

### How often is Nearscribe updated?

The latest version of Nearscribe was released on July 8, 2015, indicating its last update was in mid-2015. Users can expect updates based on developer activity.

### What devices does Nearscribe support?

While specific device compatibility is not detailed, Nearscribe is a mobile application designed for use on smartphones and tablets.

### What is the user sentiment for Nearscribe?

Nearscribe has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 1 rating, suggesting very positive initial user feedback.

### Does Nearscribe have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Nearscribe contains advertisements. Users may encounter ads if the developer chooses to implement them.

### Can I use Nearscribe for business communication?

Yes, Nearscribe is designed to support businesses by providing a platform for instant, location-based messaging among employees or within a specific business environment.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.2 — 2015-07-08

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

- Removed Facebook authentication
- Minor bug fixes

## More apps by John Kuiphoff

- [RML News](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rml-news/id647719183)

All apps by John Kuiphoff: https://appshunter.io/developer/647719186

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-11.*