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The CIA World Factbook

The CIA World Factbook

World Intel, 2026 Finale Ed.

17 ratings
126 reviews
#103 in paid Reference
📚 Education
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$1.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 7, 2011
  • April 12, 2026

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Access comprehensive data on every nation, including history, government, economy, and geography. Explore interactive 3D globes, stunning photo galleries, and detailed regional maps. All information is available offline, making it a portable intelligence resource.

✓Comprehensive country profiles
✓Interactive 3D globe
✓Stunning photo galleries
✓World rankings
✓High-resolution regional maps
✓International organizations data
✓100% offline functionality
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of The CIA World Factbook. Based on 17 reviews and a 3.6/5 average, it highlights the 10 positives and 10 negatives reviewers mention most about this Reference app.

Positive things

  • 📚Comprehensive country information database
  • 🗺️Detailed maps and geographic data
  • 📱Offline access to world facts
  • 🎯Well-organized and easy navigation
  • ⚡Quick reference for current events
  • 🔍Extensive search functionality
  • 📊Multiple data presentation formats
  • ✅Reliable and authoritative CIA source
  • 🎨Clean and intuitive user interface
  • 🔄Regular updates with new information

Negative things

  • ⏰Severely outdated data (8+ years old)
  • 🐛Frequent crashes on startup
  • ❌App won't open or load
  • 📉Poor performance on older devices
  • 🗺️Maps difficult to navigate and zoom
  • 🔧Broken functionality after updates
  • ⚠️Inconsistent unit measurements in rankings
  • 📸Photos lack captions and context
  • 🌐Limited language support despite claims
  • 🔗Non-functional developer support links
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What's New in The CIA World Factbook

2604.12

April 12, 2026

• Fixed garbled display for countries with multiple territories (e.g. Baker Island, France) • Tap any coordinate to open it in Apple Maps • Added proper styling for data tables • Various bug fixes

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Last updated on August 14, 2026.

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Grossly Out of Date

This app used to be great, but it hasn’t been updated for over three years. The US article still list Barack Obama as being president. The update trail acknowledges the very old date of last update.

Update 4-13-2026. I just got a very bizarre response to this review from a self-described “developer” with a Chinese handle saying they were diligently updating the Facebook, this just a few days after the CIA announced the Facebook is being discontinued.
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Contagiously contagious, infected by the bacteria

Dangerously bad developers last update came out 8 years and the app doesn’t even open
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Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback. We understand your frustration, and we've been working hard to improve the app — with updated data, bug fixes, and a much better experience. We'd love for you to give it another try!

Some data getting stale

Some data from 2015. Last decade of world migration has really changed some countries, app needs to reflect these changes.
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Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback. We understand your frustration, and we've been working hard to improve the app — with updated data, bug fixes, and a much better experience. We'd love for you to give it another try!

Won’t open

I can no longer get this app to open.
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Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback. We understand your frustration, and we've been working hard to improve the app — with updated data, bug fixes, and a much better experience. We'd love for you to give it another try!

Out of date

Was good, but data is 8 years old. Suggest it be updated or jettisoned from the App Store.
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Thank you for your feedback. We understand your frustration, and we've been working hard to improve the app — with updated data, bug fixes, and a much better experience. We'd love for you to give it another try!

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Reported Bugs

10 issues

App crashes on startup after updates

Bug

Freezes when selecting countries

Bug

Won't open on iOS 9.2.1 and iOS 10

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Spinning loading wheel never completes

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Maps section not working

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App closes immediately after launch

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Incompatibility with iPhone 4S

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Maps load sideways and won't rotate properly

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Data fails to load after March 2016 update

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App becomes unresponsive on older devices

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Requested Features

13 requests

Update data to current year

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Add information on active conflicts and terrorism

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Include crime statistics and safety information

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Add national anthems for countries

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Implement Siri voice search integration

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Add world map location indicator for countries

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Improve map zoom and diagonal navigation

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Add photo captions and descriptions

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Include intelligence agency information

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Add mechanism for reporting factual errors

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Support multiple languages (French, Portuguese, etc.)

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Improve unit measurement clarity in rankings

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Add search functionality within country pages

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FAQ

What information does the CIA World Factbook app provide?

The app provides comprehensive data on 267 nations, dependencies, and territories. This includes detailed profiles covering history, government, economy, energy, geography, military, and communications. It also features interactive 3D globes, photo galleries, world rankings, high-resolution regional maps, and information on international organizations.

Is an internet connection required to use the app?

No, the app is designed to be 100% offline. All the data and features, including country profiles, maps, and rankings, are available without any network connection. This makes it a reliable resource for accessing world intelligence wherever you are.

What makes this app different from other world fact resources?

This app is sourced directly from the authoritative CIA World Factbook, the same resource used by governments and researchers. It offers a polished, offline experience with interactive elements like a 3D globe and high-resolution maps, updated with 2026 data, providing a definitive collection of world knowledge.

Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is ideal for students, researchers, journalists, travelers, and anyone with an interest in global affairs, geography, history, and international relations. Its offline capability and comprehensive data make it a valuable tool for those who need reliable world intelligence on the go.

What is the cost of the CIA World Factbook app?

Based on the provided information, this app is a paid application. It is described as the '2026 Finale Edition,' suggesting a one-time purchase for access to the comprehensive data and features included.