ChinaPal
Huaqiang zhang Travel iPhoneiPadiPod touch
ChinaPal is a free Travel app for iPhone and iPad by Huaqiang zhang. Requires iOS 15.0. Updated May 11, 2026.
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 31 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- May 11
- 2026 · v1.0.1
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About ChinaPal
ChinaPal is the AI travel companion that makes navigating China feel effortless. Built for first-time visitors, it answers your questions in plain English with real local context — no app-hopping, no language barrier, no guesswork. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Ask anything in English — metro routes, taxi vs walk, payment tips, how to call a restaurant, what something means on a menu • Get hand-picked restaurants and attractions across Shanghai, with filters for cuisine, vibe, price, and walking distance • Navigate the metro with clear, turn-by-turn Chinese metro guidance that integrates with Amap and Didi • Use Lens — point your camera at any sign, menu, or QR code for an instant explanation in English • Book restaurants and experiences directly through the app, with our team confirming on your behalf DESIGNED FOR INBOUND TRAVELERS • 100% in English — no Chinese required • Works without a Chinese phone number, Alipay, or VPN • No account needed to use the core features • Honest curation — only places we'd send a friend to ChinaPal launches with deep coverage of Shanghai. More cities coming as our team expands.
What’s new
Version 1.0.1 · Updated May 11, 2026
Improves app startup reliability and offline loading support.
App privacy
The developer, Huaqiang zhang, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Not Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected but is not linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Identifiers: Device ID
- Usage Data: Product Interaction
- Diagnostics: Crash Data, Performance Data, Other Diagnostic Data
- Location: Precise Location
- User Content: Photos or Videos, Other User Content
Used for: Analytics, App Functionality
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| App | Rating | Price | Last updated | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChinaPal | – | Free | May 11, 2026 | |
| Perfect Trip | 5.0 / 5 (3) | Free | Mar 19, 2026 | Compare |
| Rightguide: China Trip Planner | 5.0 / 5 (7) | Free | Oct 12, 2026 | Compare |
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| EasyGo China: Travel Easy&Fun | – | Free | Aug 26, 2026 | Compare |
| Condé Nast Traveler | 4.6 / 5 (51) | Free | Jan 12, 2026 | Compare |
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