The Independent - News

The Independent - News

World, UK, Politics & Sport

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159 reviews

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 8, 2012
  • July 23, 2026

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Access award-winning journalism and breaking news on the go. Enjoy a daily digital newspaper, video content, audio articles, and puzzles. Register for free access to limited articles or subscribe for unlimited content.

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What's New in The Independent

11.0.16

July 23, 2026

What's New: - Customisable news feed - follow the topics and writers that matter most to you for a more personalised reading experience - Commenting - read, share and comment directly in the app - Podcast & Video sections - listen and watch the latest content from The Independent - Improved navigation - new Menu tab for easy exploration of the content you love

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User reviews

Feedback on games

Good high quality puzzle games. Not as broad as some other outlets

Informative, But Careless

About to complete the first week of my subscription, I am finding The Independent informative, but rather careless with the good old typing. Many wrong words and truncated sentences. But I’m grateful for the news. The Independent is less prone to presenting opinion as news than the daily I’ve just left behind - although it does some of that, too. I look forward to learning to navigate the architecture of the site and the app.
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A Decent app but it overheats the phone

The app is a decent app as news readers go. It has a couple of user issues (as you scroll the top bar appears and disappears and the text moves, which is annoying). The biggest problem by a long margin is it using the app for any length of time (5-10 mins or more) makes my iPhone 16 Pro almost too hot to hold. Other apps don’t do this, there’s clearly a bug in this app that is causing it to use way too much processing power than should be needed for displaying text and a few pictures. I’ll stick to the website until this is fixed.
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Signed up for £1 p/m for 3 months

I got charged £10.99 for 1 month although i accepted app’s £1 for 3 months in-app pop up offer. Then i’ve wasted huge parts of my day off work going backwards and forwards with customer services getting absolutely nowhere. Additionally for most of the day the app was telling me I still didn’t have a paid subscription and the last email from customer services could find no record of my payment. Really frustrating and wish i’d never bothered. The end result was effectively the same as being scammed
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Good but so expensive

It's a great news site but the premium is very expensive.

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FAQ

What is The Independent app?

The Independent app provides access to award-winning journalism, breaking news, and a daily digital newspaper. It offers features like audio articles, news videos, and puzzles for an immersive news experience.

Is The Independent app free to download?

Yes, The Independent app is free to download and use. Users can register to access a limited number of free articles each week and receive breaking news notifications.

How do I get unlimited access to The Independent app?

To unlock all features and enjoy unlimited access to journalism, including premium analysis and opinion articles, an active subscription is required. Introductory offers can be found within the app.

Does The Independent app have ads?

The description states that subscribers benefit from ad-free access to reporting. Free users may encounter advertisements as part of their limited article access.

What devices is The Independent app available on?

The app is available on Apple devices, as indicated by payment and subscription management details referencing the *Apple account* and *Apple ID account settings*. Compatibility with other platforms is not specified.

How often is The Independent app updated?

The latest version of The Independent app is 11.0.15, released on April 23, 2026. This suggests a regular update schedule, though specific frequency is not detailed.

What is the age rating for The Independent app?

The Independent app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience. This indicates it contains content generally considered appropriate for young children.

Can I listen to articles offline with The Independent app?

Yes, the app offers audio articles and the ability to create playlists for offline listening. This allows users to consume news content even without an internet connection.