# Yay! - community app — Communities, Chats & Calls

> Social networking app for communities, chats, and calls with interest-based groups. (iPhone/iPad app by nanameue, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yay-community-app/id1490387554 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [nanameue, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/481898898)
- Category: Social Networking, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 187 App Store ratings · 36 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 389 MB
- Languages: American English, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China), Thai, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2019-12-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yay-community-app/id1490387554/reviews.md

## What is Yay!?

Community connected via call

◆ Ways to use
You want to talk to someone or chat to kill time. In those moments, find someone using Yay! You want to talk to someone with the same hobbies, you want gaming friends, or you want to talk to someone in the same age group. In those moments, join groups you are interested in and talk to people!

◆ What kind of app is "Yay!"?
Yay! has exceeded 12 million registered users, and is one of the largest free SNS apps in the country. With various functions such as the ability to have group calls, "circle" function to allow users with the same hobbies to gather, one-on-one chat, individual calls, etc, you can make new friends and places to belong just by opening the app. Yay! checks your age, so you can use it safely and with peace of mind! We also patrol posts 24 hours a day!!
It is loved by many users, especially high school students and university students!
Enjoy making communities with various people and talking on the phone or chatting online!

◆ Recommended for these people!
・People who want friends with common interests
・People who want to talk about common interests and have a community
・People who want to fall asleep talking to someone on the phone
・People who want to talk while playing games
・People who want to talk to someone while studying
・People who want someone to help them study
・People who want to kill time by talking on the phone
・People who want to kill time by chatting with someone online
・People who find it difficult to talk in real life, but want to talk about their worries to someone
・People who are good at imitating voices
・People who want attention from someone
・People who want friends in their age group
・People who want to show their drawings to someone
・People who want to gossip
・People who want relationship advice
・People who want to be healed by cool, cute voices
・People who want a community

◆ Introduction of Features
1. Group
You can join or make groups based on your interests and hobbies! There are various groups for games, anime, music, sports, comics, voice actors, voice immitations, studying, idols, consulting about worries, and more!
2. Chat
You can send one-on-one messages or pictures!
3. HimaNow
You can find users who have free time now to chat, without having to worry about followers
If you touch the "Hima Now" button, you might find completely new users!
4. Individual calls
You can talk to other users one-on-one from the chat screen!
You can't call someone who you haven't interacted with at least 5 times, so there's no worry of spam calls.
5. Anyone can call
You can find people to talk with via time line or circles. If you post in "Dare Tsuu", you just have to wait for everyone to enter.
6. Timeline
You can post in the timelines of followers, the open spaces of people in the same age groups, and circles! You can also like and reply to other people's posts!

◆ Precautions
*The use of the app and exchange of external IDs for dating purposes is prohibited.
*Posts are patrolled 24 hours a day, so you can use it with peace of mind.
*Your age is confirmed before use. Please be assured that you will not be kicked out due to this.
*Please note that if you lie about your age, your account may be frozen or reported.
*If there are any other inappropriate posts, please report them from within the app.

◆ Web version
https://yay.space/

◆ Yay annoucement blog
https://magazine.yay.space/en

◆ Terms of use
https://support.yay.space/hc/en-us/articles/4406881133583

◆ Privacy policy
https://support.yay.space/hc/en-us/articles/4406888129935

◆ The Specified Commercial Transaction Act
https://support.yay.space/hc/en-us/articles/4406881137807

## Key features

- Join or create interest-based groups
- One-on-one chat and calls
- Group calls
- Find users available to chat
- Post on timelines
- Age verification and content moderation

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Membership 6 months plan | $36.99 | per 6 months |
| VIP Membership a month plan | $4.49 | per month |
| VIP Membership a month plan | $8.49 | per month |
| VIP Membership 12 months plan | $31.99 | per year |
| VIP Membership 12 months plan | $55.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coins | $24.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $12.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $40.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $79.99 | one-time |
| EMPL | $19.99 | one-time |
| ギフト | $1.99 | one-time |
| EMPL | $0.99 | one-time |
| EMPL | $1.99 | one-time |
| EMPL | $9.99 | one-time |
| EMPL | $99.99 | one-time |
| EMPL | $4.99 | one-time |
| EMPL | $39.99 | one-time |
| EMPL | $229.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yay-community-app/id1490387554/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Ads problem

*2026-08-13*

There are ads showing in this app that are not suitable for me can you help me for that?

### 5/5 — It’s really good

*2026-04-18*

It’s is very good application I love yay! Because this application is so friendly

### 1/5 — まぁ終わり

*2025-06-01*

久々にyayをやって、オープンの枠に入ったのですが、はいってそうそうおい！ごみ！お前何入ってきてんねん喋れやミュート外せゴミがとか言われたり、他の枠に行ってもミュートしてるし絶対陰キャやんと言われたり、まぁ民度は最悪です 勿論いい方もたくさんいらっしゃいます。そういう方々が格段に素晴らしい人間と思えてきちゃうくらいやばいやつがいます。人間性を疑うような人がたくさんいるので、喧嘩弱い人や冗談通じない人にはおすすめしません。おそらくこれからもっと酷い人がたくさん現れるでしょう。やるなら今のうちに始めていい人を探した方がいいです。あとむかしやっていた時のことなので今は分かりませんが、論争厨というのもいるようでチンピラ小僧が沢山集っています。正直話すと面白いですが、標的にされるとめっちゃめんどいです。気に入られれば、標的にはされないでしょう。それからもう1つ気になるのはなにもしてないのに喋っただけで枠から追放したりする人もいるみたいでそういう方と1度お話ししたことありますが、頭悪いのかなと思うぐらい何言ってるかわからないのでこのアプリ始めるくらいなら今から勉強始めたほうが人生お得ですよ。僕はそういうあほみたいな人はブロックしていい人しか繋がないようにしてるので、あんまり困ることは無いです。 このアプリ入れる人はちゃんと考えてから入れた方がいいと思いますよ。 Yayのアプリを考えた人ももう少し対策があると嬉しいんですけどね

### 5/5 — good

*2024-11-19*

good

### 4/5 — Nice

*2024-07-25, version 3.50*

Sometimes there’s rude people but it’s good

### 1/5 — 为什么会出现空白就操作不了

*2024-05-13*

验证不了

### 5/5 — Yay! Hey

*2024-01-08*

Good and easy to use

### 1/5 — This app ruined my life

*2023-05-13*

Don’t download this app worst decision ever especially if you’re female there’s way too many pervs. I used it for a while pretty sure my brain chemistry was permanently altered from this terrible app

### 1/5 — WARNING. Do Not Download.

*2022-12-13*

The app is flooded with Bot accounts and multi-language Scammers. Yes, even the ones on the voice calls. It’s the same person on a different account. Voice actors and multi-language scammers. PLEASE BE CAREFUL AND STAY SAFE.

### 1/5 — Lobiの代替にすらならない

*2022-08-16*

1ヶ月ほど前、Lobiがこのyayと統合して生まれ変わると聞いてインストールしたんだけど
蓋を開ければ投稿すればいいねしてくる人は出会い厨ばっかし、グルはLobiのより見づらい
ハッキリ言って使いづらい
こんなアプリのせいでLobi消えたって考えると本当に悲しくなる

7月頃はLobiに近づけるよう努力していくとか言っていたけど、8月初旬に一度inしてみたらまるで何も変わっていない
何これ。口だけじゃん
Lobiを返して

**Developer response:** Yayをご利用頂きありがとうございます。運営事務局です。お客様にYayを満足に利用頂けておらず運営も大変残念です。今後も皆様にお楽しみ頂けます様、アプリの品質向上に努めて参ります。

## Frequently asked questions about Yay!

### What is this app?

This is a social networking app designed to help users connect with others through various communication methods. It allows for joining or creating interest-based communities, engaging in one-on-one chats and calls, and participating in group calls. The app aims to facilitate making new friends and finding places to belong.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include the ability to join or create groups based on hobbies and interests, one-on-one chat with picture sharing, a 'HimaNow' feature to find users currently free to chat, individual calls after initial interaction, and a timeline for posting and interacting with others. It also offers group calls and safety features like age checks and 24-hour post patrols.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is described as a free SNS app, indicating that its core functionalities are available without charge. However, it does mention having in-app purchases, suggesting that some additional features or content may be available for purchase.

### Who is this app recommended for?

This app is recommended for people who want to find friends with common interests, discuss shared hobbies, talk to someone to pass the time, or even study or play games with others. It's also suitable for those who find it difficult to talk in real life but want to connect with others in their age group or share their thoughts and worries.

### How does the app ensure user safety?

The app emphasizes user safety through age verification, ensuring users can use it with peace of mind. Additionally, posts are patrolled 24 hours a day to maintain a safe environment. There are also precautions against using the app for dating purposes and exchanging external IDs.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.26.8 — 2026-08-25

Hello from the Yay! Operations Team!

Thank you for continuing to use Yay!.

We are excited to present the latest version with the following updates:

・UI/UX enhancements and bug fixes to make your experience smoother.

Enjoy the new version!

### 4.26.7 — 2026-08-18

Hello from the Yay! Operations Team!

Thank you for continuing to use Yay!.

We are excited to present the latest version with the following updates:

・UI/UX enhancements and bug fixes to make your experience smoother.

Enjoy the new version!

### 4.26.6 — 2026-07-30

Hello from the Yay! Operations Team!

Thank you for continuing to use Yay!.

We are excited to present the latest version with the following updates:

・UI/UX enhancements and bug fixes to make your experience smoother.

Enjoy the new version!

### 4.26.5 — 2026-07-10

Hello from the Yay! Operations Team!

Thank you for continuing to use Yay!.

We are excited to present the latest version with the following updates:

・UI/UX enhancements and bug fixes to make your experience smoother.

Enjoy the new version!

### 4.26.4 — 2026-07-09

Hello from the Yay! Operations Team!

Thank you for continuing to use Yay!.

We are excited to present the latest version with the following updates:

・UI/UX enhancements and bug fixes to make your experience smoother.

Enjoy the new version!

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