NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)

NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)

by Alexander Clauss

16 ratings
198 reviews
$3.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 8, 2008
  • January 20, 2026

Features

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About

This app is a robust Usenet newsreader designed for mobile devices. It allows users to subscribe, manage, and read newsgroups, with features for offline access, article filtering, and binary file support. Discussions are visualized in a clear tree view for easy navigation and participation.

Offline usage for reading and writing
Easy group subscription and management
Article filtering (killfile)
Binary group support with image display
Graphical discussion tree view
Sync read/unread states via cloud services
Post new articles and followups
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What's New in NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)

5.6.3

January 20, 2026

Bugfix: it could happen that articles which were encoded via "quoted-printable" were decoded twice

Charts

Top Paid

📉 24-1

News

This app dropped -1 position in News chart.

Last updated on July 20, 2026.

User reviews

It's a usenet newsreader ...

... in 2026, with recent fixes, on iOS. I mean, that should be enough, but it's also pretty pleasant to use, obvious to configure, uses proper newsrc files and ... really, there is nothing here to complain about.

Ne trouve pas les news de Free

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Update problem

Unable to reply any posts after recent update, please have it fixed.

Good but isolated

It's a nice app. An oldie too.

One thing I think is curious is that it still doesn't have a url-scheme, so you can't share a post with someone else. I'd like to see the developer create a url-scheme that can be used to jump to specific posts on specific servers, and also add sharing of posts and servers to the iOS share sheet. It can't be that hard. I get that it's niche but the whole app is niche. Own the niche I say.
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Great

Best Usenet reader I’ve found for IOS. Does everything I need it to do (reading, posting, browsing) in a simple, easy to understand and smooth interface. Thank you!

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FAQ

What is NewsTap?

NewsTap is a powerful Usenet newsreader application for mobile devices. It allows users to subscribe to and read newsgroups, post new articles, and participate in discussions. The app is optimized for both online and offline usage, providing flexibility in how you access Usenet content.

What are the key features of NewsTap?

Key features include optimized offline usage, easy management of newsgroups, powerful article filtering (killfile), support for binary groups with direct image display, a graphical tree view for discussions, and the ability to sync read/unread states with other clients via cloud services.

How much does NewsTap cost?

Based on the provided information, the application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase model.

What devices is NewsTap compatible with?

NewsTap is designed for Apple devices, specifically the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch. It supports both portrait and landscape modes, and offers an optimized article layout for smaller iPhone displays.

Can I use NewsTap without an internet connection?

Yes, the app is optimized for offline usage. You can download articles and newsgroups when you have an internet connection and then read and write new articles without being connected. This makes it convenient for users on the go.