BeReal: App Details
The anti-Instagram photo sharing app that asks users to post one unfiltered photo a day at a random time.
- Platforms
- Android, iOS
- Pricing details
- BeReal. Your friends for real.'s core service can currently be used without a required subscription. Optional purchases, connected services, data charges, or regional offers may still apply; confirm the official checkout before paying.
Pros
- Incredibly refreshing lack of filters, influencers, and curated perfection
- Takes less than 2 minutes a day to use, preventing social media addiction
- Dual camera gives a highly authentic look into your friends' daily lives
- You can't 'lurk'; you must participate (post) to see others' content
Cons
- The novelty can wear off quickly since most people's daily lives are repetitive (e.g., staring at a laptop)
- Notifications can arrive at highly inconvenient times (e.g., while sleeping or driving)
- Lack of a traditional feed or messaging can make the app feel empty after you post
Safety Features
- Private by default
- Friend-only sharing
- Report system