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An easy-to-follow guide to install WeChat on Android
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This wikiHow teaches you how to download and install WeChat on an Android phone or tablet.

Things You Should Know

  • WeChat is free to download from the Play Store.
  • Open the Play Store app and search "WeChat."
  • Tap "Install" and the app will install on your Android.
1

Open the Play Store app.

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  1. You’ll find it either on the home screen or in the app drawer.
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2

Search for WeChat.

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  1. It’s at the top of the screen. A list of search results will appear as you type.
3

Open the WeChat app details page.

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  1. It has a green icon with two white chat bubbles. This opens the app’s home page.
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4

Install WeChat.

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  1. It’s near the right side of the screen. If prompted, tap ACCEPT to confirm the installation. When the installation is complete, the “INSTALL” button will change to “OPEN,” and a WeChat icon will be added to your app list.


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  • Question
    Can I lnstall WeChat in my phone with no sim card?
    Community Answer
    Yes. Whether or not your phone uses a sim card does not affect the ability to download it.
  • Question
    How do I log into WeChat?
    Community Answer
    Click the box in the upper right corner, to the left of the sign out box.
  • Question
    How do I install WeChat on Android if I get the message "your device is not compatible with this version?"
    Community Answer
    You won't be able to download We Chat when the device shows that message. But you can look to find an emulator online that can make your device compatible.
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