Wikipedia
Books & Reference
The official app for Wikipedia, the world’s largest source of information.
- Rating
- 4.6
- 618K ratings
- Downloads
- 10M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- No in-app purchases
- Updated
- Jan 13
- 2020
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About Wikipedia
The best Wikipedia experience on your Mobile device. Ad-free and free of charge, forever. With the official Wikipedia app, you can search and explore 40 million+ articles in 300+ languages, no matter where you are.
== What people say about the app ==
“It works without mocking, mistakes, advertisements, all sorts of snaps, and that probably is the most important thing.” – Balan Radu
“Everything and more. Free, objective, impartial and neutral. What more could you want?” – Enzo Sinapsi
“It's an essential application for a person like me who is in an academic career.” – A Google User
“Wikipedia is a complete solution to all of your doubts. If you search anything on the Wikipedia it gives you accurate results about it.” – Debraj Bhattacharya
== Why you’ll love the this app ==
1. It’s free and open
Wikipedia is the encyclopedia that anyone can edit. Articles on Wikipedia are freely licensed and the app code is 100% open source. The heart and soul of Wikipedia is a community of people working to bring you unlimited access to free, reliable and neutral information.
2. No ads
Wikipedia is a place to learn, not a place for advertising. This app is made by the Wikimedia Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports and operates Wikipedia. We provide this service in the pursuit of open knowledge that’s always ad-free and never tracks your data.
3. Read in your language
Search 40 million articles in over 300 languages in the world’s largest source of information. Set your preferred languages in the app and easily switch between them when browsing or reading.
4. Use it offline
Save your favorite articles and read Wikipedia offline with “My lists“. Name lists as you like and collect articles across different languages. Saved articles and reading lists are synced across all your devices and are available even when you do not have internet connectivity.
5. Attention to detail and night mode
The app embraces Wikipedia’s simplicity and adds delight to it. A beautiful and distraction-free interface lets you focus on the essential: reading articles. With text size adjustment and themes in pure black, dark, sepia or light, you can choose the most pleasant reading experience for you.
== Broaden your horizon with these features ==
1. Customize your Explore feed
“Explore“ lets you see recommended Wikipedia content including current events, popular articles, captivating freely-licensed photos, events on this day in history, suggested articles based on your reading history, and more.
2. Find and search
Quickly find what you're looking for by searching within articles or with the search bar at the top of the app. You can even search using your favorite emojis or voice-enabled search.
== We’d love your feedback ==
1. To send feedback from the app:
In the menu, press "Settings", then "About the Wikipedia app", then "Send app feedback".
2. If you have experience with Java and the Android SDK, then we look forward to your contributions! More info: https://mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Apps/Team/Android/App_hacking
3. By using this app, you agree to the automatic transmission of crash reports to a third-party service provider. If you would like to disable this feature, press "Settings," then turn off "Send crash reports" under the Privacy section.
4. Explanation of permissions needed by the app: https://mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Apps/Android_FAQ#Security_and_Permissions
5. Privacy policy: https://m.wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_policy
6. Crash report third-party service provider’s privacy policy:
https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
7. Terms of Use: https://m.wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Terms_of_Use
8. About the Wikimedia Foundation:
The Wikimedia Foundation is a charitable nonprofit organization that supports and operates Wikipedia and the other Wiki projects. It is funded mainly through donations. For more information, please visit our website: https://wikimediafoundation.org/
== What people say about the app ==
“It works without mocking, mistakes, advertisements, all sorts of snaps, and that probably is the most important thing.” – Balan Radu
“Everything and more. Free, objective, impartial and neutral. What more could you want?” – Enzo Sinapsi
“It's an essential application for a person like me who is in an academic career.” – A Google User
“Wikipedia is a complete solution to all of your doubts. If you search anything on the Wikipedia it gives you accurate results about it.” – Debraj Bhattacharya
== Why you’ll love the this app ==
1. It’s free and open
Wikipedia is the encyclopedia that anyone can edit. Articles on Wikipedia are freely licensed and the app code is 100% open source. The heart and soul of Wikipedia is a community of people working to bring you unlimited access to free, reliable and neutral information.
2. No ads
Wikipedia is a place to learn, not a place for advertising. This app is made by the Wikimedia Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports and operates Wikipedia. We provide this service in the pursuit of open knowledge that’s always ad-free and never tracks your data.
3. Read in your language
Search 40 million articles in over 300 languages in the world’s largest source of information. Set your preferred languages in the app and easily switch between them when browsing or reading.
4. Use it offline
Save your favorite articles and read Wikipedia offline with “My lists“. Name lists as you like and collect articles across different languages. Saved articles and reading lists are synced across all your devices and are available even when you do not have internet connectivity.
5. Attention to detail and night mode
The app embraces Wikipedia’s simplicity and adds delight to it. A beautiful and distraction-free interface lets you focus on the essential: reading articles. With text size adjustment and themes in pure black, dark, sepia or light, you can choose the most pleasant reading experience for you.
== Broaden your horizon with these features ==
1. Customize your Explore feed
“Explore“ lets you see recommended Wikipedia content including current events, popular articles, captivating freely-licensed photos, events on this day in history, suggested articles based on your reading history, and more.
2. Find and search
Quickly find what you're looking for by searching within articles or with the search bar at the top of the app. You can even search using your favorite emojis or voice-enabled search.
== We’d love your feedback ==
1. To send feedback from the app:
In the menu, press "Settings", then "About the Wikipedia app", then "Send app feedback".
2. If you have experience with Java and the Android SDK, then we look forward to your contributions! More info: https://mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Apps/Team/Android/App_hacking
3. By using this app, you agree to the automatic transmission of crash reports to a third-party service provider. If you would like to disable this feature, press "Settings," then turn off "Send crash reports" under the Privacy section.
4. Explanation of permissions needed by the app: https://mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Apps/Android_FAQ#Security_and_Permissions
5. Privacy policy: https://m.wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_policy
6. Crash report third-party service provider’s privacy policy:
https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
7. Terms of Use: https://m.wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Terms_of_Use
8. About the Wikimedia Foundation:
The Wikimedia Foundation is a charitable nonprofit organization that supports and operates Wikipedia and the other Wiki projects. It is funded mainly through donations. For more information, please visit our website: https://wikimediafoundation.org/
What’s new
Updated January 13, 2020
Minor bug fixes and enhancements.
User reviews
best
usefull app
good app
This Is Digital Historian Library
Has a very nice and compact design. I especially liked the many options of themes changing.... When combining the two- a super encyclopedia which is not so difficult to read (from a design point of view) and a beautiful comfortable design we get the best way to acquire knowledge in our days!!
Very good
Frequently asked questions
What is the Wikipedia app?
The Wikipedia app is a mobile application that provides the best Wikipedia experience on your device. It allows you to search and explore over 40 million articles in more than 300 languages, all for free and without ads.
What are the benefits of using the Wikipedia app?
The Wikipedia app offers several benefits. First, it is free and open, allowing anyone to edit and contribute to articles. Second, it is ad-free and does not track your data. Third, you can read articles in your preferred language and even access them offline. Additionally, the app provides attention to detail and a night mode for a pleasant reading experience.
How can I customize my Explore feed in the app?
The app's "Explore" feature allows you to see recommended Wikipedia content, including current events, popular articles, freely-licensed photos, and more. You can customize your Explore feed by selecting your preferences in the app settings.
How can I search for specific content within articles using the Wikipedia app?
To quickly find what you're looking for, you can search within articles by using the search bar at the top of the app. You can also use your favorite emojis or enable voice search for a more convenient search experience.
How can I provide feedback on the Wikipedia app?
You can send feedback from the app by going to the menu, selecting "Settings," then "About the Wikipedia app," and finally "Send app feedback." Your feedback is valuable in improving the app.
How can I contribute to the development of the Wikipedia app?
If you have experience with Java and the Android SDK, you can contribute to the development of the Wikipedia app. More information can be found at https://mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Apps/Team/Android/App_hacking.
Can I disable the automatic transmission of crash reports on the app?
Yes, you can disable the automatic transmission of crash reports. Go to the app settings, then under the Privacy section, turn off the "Send crash reports" feature.
Where can I find the privacy policy and terms of use for the Wikipedia app?
The privacy policy can be found at https://m.wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_policy, and the terms of use can be found at https://m.wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Terms_of_Use.
What is the Wikimedia Foundation?
The Wikimedia Foundation is a charitable nonprofit organization that supports and operates Wikipedia and other Wiki projects. It is mainly funded through donations. For more information, please visit their website at https://wikimediafoundation.org/.
Alternatives to Wikipedia
Looking for apps like Wikipedia? Here are 6 similar Android apps on Google Play. The highest rated is All-In-One Calculator (4.7/5), and all 6 are free to download.
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All-In-One Calculator 4.7
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wikiHow: how to do anything 4.4
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Quora: the knowledge platform 4.6
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TED 4.4
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Forest: Focus for Productivity 4.7
| App | Rating | Price | Installs | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 4.6 / 5 | Free | 10,000,000+ | Jan 13, 2020 |
| Wikipedia Beta | 4.5 / 5 | Free | 1,000,000+ | – |
| All-In-One Calculator | 4.7 / 5 | Free | 1,000,000+ | – |
| wikiHow: how to do anything | 4.4 / 5 | Free | 5,000,000+ | Sep 9, 2026 |
| Quora: the knowledge platform | 4.6 / 5 | Free | 10,000,000+ | – |
| TED | 4.4 / 5 | Free | 10,000,000+ | – |
| Forest: Focus for Productivity | 4.7 / 5 | Free | 10,000,000+ | – |
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