# The Independent: Breaking News — World, US, Politics & Sport > Award-winning journalism and breaking news app with digital newspaper and puzzles. (iPhone/iPad app by Independent Digital News & Media Limited.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-independent-breaking-news/id1436169192 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Independent Digital News & Media Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/473985358) - Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.60/5 from 481 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 58 MB - Languages: British English - Released: 2018-09-26 - Data updated: 2026-08-25 - Monetization: freemium - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-independent-breaking-news/id1436169192/reviews.md ## What is The Independent? It’s now even easier to stay expertly informed The all-new Independent app puts breaking news and awarding-winning journalism at your fingertips, wherever you are and whenever you want. With a host of new features and our signature free-thinking reporting, the Independent app is your essential source of trusted journalism on the go. What’s included in the Independent app? All our journalism in one place From up-to-the-minute breaking news to the daily digital newspaper, enjoy ad-free access to our reporting wherever you are and whenever you want. 5 things you need to know today Streamline your morning with an essential briefing of the key stories that you need to know about that day. Independent TV Bring headlines to life and immerse yourself in the story with access to the latest news clips and trending videos. Audio articles and playlists Bring our reporting with you when on the go with audio articles and create playlists for offline listening. The daily digital newspaper Wake up to your digital newspaper from 5am each morning and enjoy your read of the day's biggest stories. Daily crosswords, sudoku and puzzles Challenge yourself with our entertaining and extensive range of brain-training puzzles. Exclusive events and e-books Join the debate with expert-led digital events and deepen your understanding of a topic with our curated selection of e-books. Dark mode Perfect for evening reads and bedtime browsing. -------------------------------------------------------- The Independent app is free to download and use. Simply register to access a limited number of free articles each week and stay up to date with breaking news notifications. To unlock all features of the app, an active subscription is required. Subscribers benefit from unlimited access to our journalism, including premium analysis and opinion articles, the daily digital newspaper, audio articles, exclusive digital events, extensive puzzles and more. To view our latest introductory offers, please check the app. Please note: • Payments for in-app subscriptions will be charged to your Apple account upon confirmation of purchase. • Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. • You can manage your subscription and adjust your auto-renewal preferences by accessing your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Need a helping hand? For support, please visit the Help Centre: https://help.independent.co.uk/hc Alternatively, please feel welcome to get in touch with our team directly: https://help.independent.co.uk/hc/en-us/requests/new Terms and conditions https://www.independent.co.uk/service/terms-and-conditions-subscriptions-a7357841.html Privacy Policy https://www.independent.co.uk/service/privacy-notice-a6184181.html Follow us on social media: Join the conversation and follow us on Twitter @Independent and on Facebook @TheIndependentOnline for breaking news updates and trending stories. ## Key features - Breaking news alerts - Daily digital newspaper - Video news clips - Audio articles - Daily puzzles - Exclusive digital events ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Premium | $12.99 | per month | | Premium | $82.99 | per year | | Premium + Daily Edition | $14.99 | per month | | Premium + Daily Edition | $174.99 | per year | | Independent Digital Monthly | $11.00 | per month | | Independent Digital Annual | $99.00 | per year | ## Chart rankings - #194 in Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store) ## Recent user reviews (10 of 14) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-independent-breaking-news/id1436169192/reviews.md ### 1/5 — A predatory app that should be banned from the App Store *2025-06-17, version 4.0.17* A predatory app that should be banned from the App Store ### 5/5 — Can’t Login *2025-03-19, version 4.0.17* Hopeless will not let me login just keeps cycling the login screen ### 5/5 — buy with only 1 USD for the first month *2025-03-15, version 4.0.17* I am an English learner who wants to subscribe to a centre/centre-left newspaper. This is a fairly reasonable price for me as they’re also games to play ### 1/5 — News feed frozen *2024-10-11, version 4.0.17* The “latest” feed seems to be frozen for the last few days, just showing some inane “premium” lifestyle stories instead of breaking news. Cannot recommend. ### 5/5 — No way to retrieve bookmarks *2024-07-28, version 4.0.15* Gotta love developers. ### 1/5 — App *2024-02-04, version 4.0.15* Why it wants me to sign in ? ### 1/5 — Need a non USA perspective *2024-01-17, version 4.0.15* Please for goodness sake provide news that is not tailored to be from a US perspective. Would like to read news from the UK. ### 1/5 — They just want our info to sell. (Phishing) *2023-10-27, version 4.0.11* I just want an app to give straight news. This app requires you to sign in and they’re very open that they’re going to share your info with whomever. There’s no opting out or skip method. I can’t actually tell you the quality of the news because I won’t play their phishing game. Make no mistake, albeit subtle, this is phishing. ### 5/5 — John H *2023-08-18, version 4.0.8* Love real news, without biased nauseating drivel. Like the Faily Mail. Horrible wriggling and twisting warts they are. ### 1/5 — US news, can't change region; no notifications? *2020-12-17, version 2.9* Disappointed that the app defaults to US-based for the news while the commentaries are UK-based, and that there's no way to change the setting and see UK-based news. I do not wish to be viewing detailed US news like what the President has just done or said hours ago. There also doesn't seem to be notifications. This is itself bad, though it's at least a relief that I do not need to be bombarded with US news. ## Frequently asked questions about The Independent ### What does The Independent app offer? The app provides breaking news, award-winning journalism, and a daily digital newspaper. It also includes features like video news clips, audio articles for offline listening, daily puzzles, exclusive digital events, and e-books. Users can register for free access to a limited number of articles weekly or subscribe for unlimited access. ### Is The Independent app free to use? The app is free to download and use, allowing registration for a limited number of free articles each week and breaking news notifications. However, to unlock all features, including unlimited access to premium content, the daily digital newspaper, audio articles, and exclusive events, an active subscription is required. ### What kind of content can I find in the app? You can find a wide range of content including up-to-the-minute breaking news, in-depth analysis, opinion articles, the daily digital newspaper, trending videos, audio versions of articles, and a selection of puzzles like crosswords and sudoku. The app also offers exclusive digital events and e-books. ### How do I manage my subscription? Subscription payments are charged to your Apple account upon purchase confirmation. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage your subscription and auto-renewal preferences in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. ### What are the benefits of subscribing? Subscribers gain unlimited access to all journalism, including premium analysis and opinion articles. They also receive access to the daily digital newspaper, audio articles, exclusive digital events, and an extensive range of puzzles. This provides a comprehensive and uninterrupted news and content experience. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.0.18 — 2025-08-07 Bug fixes and performance improvements ### 4.0.17 — 2024-08-13 This app release contains app improvements ### 4.0.15 — 2024-01-08 Bug fixes and performance improvements ### 4.0.13 — 2023-12-19 New navigation toolbar and various bug fixes and performance enhancements. ### 4.0.12 — 2023-11-01 Bug fixes and performance improvements. ## Apps similar to The Independent | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [The Guardian - US & World News](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-guardian-us-and-world-news/id409128287) | 4.9 (113,064) | Free | News | | [NYTimes: US and Global News](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nytimes-us-and-global-news/id284862083) | 4.8 (758,677) | Free | News | | [CNN: Live & Breaking News](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cnn-live-and-breaking-news/id331786748) | 4.8 (1,664,114) | Free | News | | [The Economist: News & Analysis](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-economist-news-and-analysis/id1239397626) | 4.9 (182,192) | Free | News | | [FOX News: US & World Headlines](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fox-news-us-and-world-headlines/id367623543) | 4.5 (534,805) | Free | News | | [BBC: World News & Stories](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-world-news-and-stories/id364147881) | 4.5 (85,924) | Free | News | ## More apps by Independent Digital News & Media Limited - [The Independent - News](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-independent-news/id499587380) - [bulletin.](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bulletin/id6751052243) All apps by Independent Digital News & Media Limited: https://appshunter.io/developer/473985358 ## Related topics [independent news](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/independent-news) · [independent](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/independent) · [the guardian uk](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/the-guardian-uk) · [the breakfree](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/the-breakfree) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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