The official app for Wikipedia, the world's largest repository of knowledge, offers an unparalleled experience on your mobile device. Completely ad-free and free forever, this app allows you to delve into over 40 million articles across more than 300 languages, right from the palm of your hand.

Why You'll Love This App

1. It's Free and Open

Wikipedia is the encyclopedia that everyone can edit. Its articles are freely licensed, and the app's code is 100% open source. At its core, Wikipedia is powered by a community dedicated to providing you with unlimited access to free, reliable, and neutral information.

2. No Ads

Wikipedia is a sanctuary for learning, not a billboard for advertising. Developed by the Wikimedia Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports and operates Wikipedia, this app remains ad-free and respects your privacy by never tracking your data.

3. Read in Your Language

Explore over 40 million articles in more than 300 languages. Set your preferred languages within the app for seamless switching as you browse or read.

4. Use It Offline

Save your favorite articles and read them offline using "My lists." Organize your lists by name and collect articles in various languages. Your saved articles and reading lists sync across all your devices, making them accessible even without internet connectivity.

5. Attention to Detail and Night Mode

The app celebrates Wikipedia's simplicity while enhancing it with a beautiful, distraction-free interface that focuses on what matters: reading. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text sizes and themes in pure black, dark, sepia, or light.

Broaden Your Horizon with These Features

1. Customize Your Explore Feed

"Explore" lets you discover recommended Wikipedia content, including current events, popular articles, captivating freely-licensed photos, events on this day in history, and suggested articles based on your reading history.

2. Find and Search

Quickly locate what you're looking for with in-article searches or the top search bar. You can even use emojis or voice-enabled search to find what you need effortlessly.

We'd Love Your Feedback

1. To Send Feedback from the App:

In the menu, select "Settings," and in the "About" section, tap "Send app feedback."

2. Contribute to the App:

If you have experience with Java and the Android SDK, we welcome your contributions! For more information, visit this link.

3. Permissions Explained:

Learn about the permissions required by the app at this FAQ.

4. Privacy Policy:

View our privacy policy at this link.

5. Terms of Use:

Check out our terms of use at this link.

6. About the Wikimedia Foundation:

The Wikimedia Foundation is a charitable non-profit organization that supports and operates Wikipedia and other Wiki projects. It is primarily funded through donations. For more details, visit our website.

What's New in the Latest Version 2.7.50506-r-2024-10-08

Last updated on Oct 16, 2024

- General bug fixes and enhancements.