We often had to face the question of what is Viber and how to use it on the phone? Let's talk about everything in order. We often had to face the question of what is Viber and how to use it on the phone? Let's talk about everything in order.
Viber is a very popular messenger, thanks to which you can send text messages, pictures and media files to each other. It has gained such popularity because: communication becomes practically free - only Internet traffic is paid for; it is very easy to use and does not require the special skills of an experienced gadget user; it allows you to bring virtual communication as close as possible to the real one, giving you the opportunity to see your interlocutor during a conversation using the video call function . You can read a more detailed answer to the question of how to use and an overview of the application’s functions in our previous article: And now we are interested in instructions on how to use Viber on a smartphone.
Viber user step-by-step algorithm
Installation
To gain access to all the features of the application, of course, you must first install it on your phone. Let's see how to do this in just a few steps:
Download the application from the Store;
To register, you only need to enter your mobile phone number. If you use two SIM cards, we recommend linking the messenger to the number that is known to more people. This will greatly facilitate the communication of the request. And... the installation is complete!
Transfer and search for contacts
The big advantage of the application is its simplicity. You don’t have to enter contacts into the application, because they will be loaded into Viber automatically from your phone book, as well as from other applications where users leave their data and allow access to them. You will find them in the “Contacts” section of the same name.
You may even discover phone numbers of people you didn’t previously have. And a hint from the application in the form of a Viber icon opposite the contact will let you know that this person also uses the messenger. This means you can communicate with him for free. The application also notifies you when a new user registers, so don’t be surprised by welcome messages from friends in the first days after installation. 
Chats for communication
Here you can initiate a conversation with any of your contacts, create a group chat or a hidden chat. If you need to discuss some important event with friends or chat with several distant relatives at the same time, then you will like creating general conversations.
Moreover, if you are worried about the security of dialogues, then you have the opportunity to hide them. The application will require you to enter a PIN code to perform this function and will delete the conversation from all devices except the one on which you are performing this operation. Now the chat is not displayed in the general list of dialogues, and to find it you need to type the pin code in the search bar.
Challenges
You can make calls both to users who already have Viber installed and to those who do without it, as well as to landline numbers. By analogy with messages, calls between messenger users will be free, and they can also be with video!
And calls to other subscribers are already paid at a special rate, which turns out to be more profitable than that of mobile operators, especially if there are international connections.
This option is called Viber Out and requires an advance payment system. You are interested in what Viber Out is on a phone and how to use it, so it’s not in vain that we started this conversation) You have a motive to try and find out everything yourself.
Undoubted advantages
Now it becomes more clear what kind of Viber application for the phone this is, right? And it’s even more clear why users love it so much; there are several reasons for this.
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The possibilities will not leave you indifferent, since their convenience and simplicity speak for themselves. The interface is intuitive for anyone, and if you have questions, visit our portal often and you will find answers to many questions related to Viber.
For free
We advise you to install the application on your phone and try to use it yourself for a while, especially since it does not require any financial investment at the initial stage. Only the Viber Out option is paid. To make it easier for you to understand everything, we have prepared a video on how to use Viber on Android, iPhone and Windows phone. We recommend installing the messenger on your phone first, as this is the “main” platform on which the application is based. There are no fundamental differences in installation on Android, IOS or WP operating systems. The only difference is in the original source for downloading: GooglePlay, AppStore or Microsoft Store, respectively. Or use the official website viber.com from any device.
Funny
Stickers are a separate “feature” of Viber, you definitely won’t be bored with them. It is noteworthy that the developer releases sticker packs for various events and holidays; there are free and paid options. In addition, games will help you pass the time; you need to download them separately, also through the Store. But they will be fun, believe me)
Also, the application interface will be the same regardless of the operating system of your device. If there are a lot of letters in the article and you are too lazy to read, then you can always find a video on the Internet on how to use Viber on your phone, fortunately, there is now plenty of such information.
If you need help installing the program, refer to the answer “How to install Viber on your phone? "or "How to install Viber on PC".
Two words of theory - what is the difference between Viber and SMS messages.
For sending SMS, the provider usually charges an additional fee for each message and a mobile phone is required to send/view them. Viber works over the Internet and allows you to send messages or photos to another phone, computer or tablet with Viber already installed.
A special icon will show which of your contacts has Viber and to whom you can send such a message.
Well, let’s not forget to note the very convenient interface of Viber, thanks to which it is easy to navigate the history of messages sent to different users.
A new feature - the presence of a PC version will allow you to quickly and conveniently type messages that are simultaneously duplicated on your smartphone. You won't miss a message even if you leave for lunch with your phone in your pocket!
Important! When you delete a message on your PC, it will also be deleted from all devices on which Viber is installed - so you won’t get confused between messages on different devices.
Launch Viber on your smartphone.
At the top there are 4 icons:
1. List of your conversations (chats)
2. A list of contacts in which you can switch to see who has Viber installed or all contacts on their smartphone. The Viber out section is responsible for calls from Viber to mobile phones, which will become possible when you deposit money into your account.
3. The handset button will show all made calls via Viber
4. Public - chats. Here you can search for chats of various public figures - movie stars, actors, journalists, or create your own chat in which to gather friends or work colleagues.
At the bottom of the screen there is a panel that will allow you to:
1. Find words from recent chats or message recipients;
2. Start a new chat
3. Start a group chat with multiple contacts
4. Go to the settings menu
It's simple!
Viber messenger, thanks to its well-thought-out interface and the availability of versions for different platforms, is loved by many. If you are not yet in the army of fans, it’s time to start. As for the question of how to use Viber on your phone, the step-by-step instructions below will help you go through all the stages and get acquainted with the capabilities offered by the application.
How to download and install Viber
To install Viber for free on a phone in Russian, find it in the application store. On the Android platform, open the Play Market and enter the name of the program in the search.
A hint will appear containing the required program. You can also use direct link https://goo.gl/ge93mh (on iPhone use the App Store or link https://goo.gl/3KoAnQ ).
The details view will open. Click on installation.
After the installer completes, the program will start automatically.
An alternative option is to use the download section on the official website ( https://www.viber.com/ru/ ). Here you can either download Viber for free to your phone in Russian, or download the PC version by clicking on the appropriate button.
If automatic application updates are activated on your phone, then you do not need to worry about how to update Viber - the system will handle it. If you have the manual mode installed, you will need to go to the Play Store yourself and start the update manually.
How to start using Viber on your phone: step-by-step instructions
Immediately after launch, you will be prompted to continue installation or transfer history if you have previously used the messenger on another device.
The system will ask for confirmation.
Even before you gain access to Viber’s capabilities and start using them, you will need to approve working with contacts.
The same applies to calls.
Only after everything is specified correctly will activation be carried out and you will be able to use Viber on your Android phone.
The first step is to add a photo so that your friends can recognize you, and also indicate your name. You can cheat and download everything from social networks.
You can ignore it and only indicate that you are old enough to use the Viber application as you please.
And yet, before you can comfortably use Viber, the program will require additional permissions on your smartphone:
Now the program is ready. If the step-by-step instructions on how to use Viber on Android have not yet tired you, continue, we are moving on to the most interesting part.
How to open a chat
If you previously granted permission, the application will download the contact list itself. Just go to the tab and select the person you want from them.
The contact's profile will open. It will have a button to send a message - this is the transition to the chat.
After clicking, a dialog box will open.
Using the chat is simple - write the text below as usual, typing it on the keyboard, and send it using the circled arrow button.
An alternative option to start a conversation is the message icon on the start screen in the lower right corner.
A page will open where you can select a contact by name, number, or from a list.
How to use groups
You can also create a group from the previous menu by simply selecting the appropriate item. However, to save time on adding one person, you can create a group from a conversation with him. To do this, open the chat window and click on the menu at the top right.
Select the appropriate item from the list that appears.
Within the group, the actions are completely similar - you can correspond and share files - details on how to send a photo or other file via Viber from your phone will be discussed below.
It’s clear how to create a group in Viber on your phone, but I would also like to name it nicely. This is easy to do: click on the group title. A menu with information will open.
Click on the title again. You will be prompted to enter a name for the group.
Specify your option and save it.
How to make a video call
If you have issued permissions, then nothing prevents any contact from making a video call. To do this, open a chat with him and click on the camera icon.
As soon as the other person answers you, the program will automatically establish a connection. To end the call, you will need to press the screen once, and when the control buttons appear, select the reset icon from them.
How to change your phone number
Changing your phone number on Viber is almost as easy as activating it for the first time. If you do not change the device itself, then open the settings by clicking on the icon in the upper left corner of the main application screen.
You may be asked to make a backup of your conversations before changing your number. Then enter your new number and activate it.
If you also need to change your smartphone, the process becomes somewhat more complicated:
- change the number on your old phone;
- save a copy of the dialogs through settings;
- install a SIM card and Viber on a new smartphone;
- restore the message history in it;
- If you deposited funds into your account, write to support to have them transferred to a new account.
How to send photos and videos
In addition to regular correspondence, Viber allows you to send multimedia files. It was to work with this function that he needed so many different accesses - to the file system and to the camera. To upload a file, you need to use the corresponding button in any chat or group conversation (note that in the latter case, all participants in the conversation will see your message).
Click on the schematic image of the drawing. A preview panel will appear showing all your recent photos. The program will automatically collect them from the gallery, folder with screenshots, downloaded files, etc.
If the desired photo is found, click on it once. A check mark will appear on the thumbnail, and the send message button will have a number indicating the number of attached pictures. You can attach up to 10 files in total. When you are finished choosing, click on the submit button. It is not necessary to write anything in the message.
If you want to take a photo or record a video just before sending, select the camera icon. After this, the shooting interface will load (it also has a bar for viewing available images).
The central button is responsible for taking photos, but if you hold it down, a video will be recorded. The icon on the left switches to viewing available images, on the right – switches between the front/rear camera.
Finally, you can attach a photo or video from your phone storage. To do this, click on the three dots and select send the file.
How to save photos to your phone
Viber is one of the currently popular instant messengers that allows you to communicate via the Internet. Its interface is quite simple. You could even say intuitive. Therefore, anyone can use Viber. This program can be installed on your phone, tablet, or computer. The principle is the same for all devices. But let's start in order.
What is Viber?
Viber is an application that allows you to send text messages, multimedia files, and make calls to any network. Moreover, this is done via the Internet (mobile or Wi-fi). And this allows you to significantly save money on phone calls. In fact, all communication is free. You only need to pay for internet.
The application's capabilities also allow you to create group chats. This allows you to communicate with multiple contacts at the same time. You no longer need to send everyone a message separately.
Developers offer different versions of the application. They are suitable for various types of devices:
- Device based on Android OS.
- IOS smartphones.
- Computers.
There are no fundamental differences in all versions.
Advantages
Viber has several advantages that are worth knowing about:
- A simple and accessible interface that any user can understand.
- High speed of message transmission (even when working via mobile Internet).
- Good sound quality during voice calls, no extraneous noise.
- The conference call function (that is, group calls) is supported.
- Ability to make chats hidden.
- Consumes little energy (even less than regular phone calls).
Thanks to these advantages, the messenger has become so popular.
Contacts
You can start using Viber immediately after downloading and installing it. Already at the stage of registration and activation of the program, contacts from the phone book are synchronized. This means that you do not need to re-enter each contact into the database.
You can open the list of phones by clicking on the “Calls” button, which is located at the bottom of the page in the center. In the list that opens, you will immediately see who uses Viber and who does not. You can immediately send messages to the first group. In the second category, you can send an invitation to connect to the application.
It is also possible to add (remove) other contacts. The first option involves using the “More” button, which is located in the lower right corner. In the window that opens, select “Add contact” and enter the phone number.
The second option involves using the following step-by-step instructions:
- Click “Calls”.
- Open the dialer and enter the phone number.
- The message “Add to contacts” will appear under the phone number.
- If necessary, click “Continue” or “Finish”, “Save”.
When you click the "Calls" button, a symbol of a person with a plus sign appears in the upper right corner. If you select it, a window will open for you to enter a phone number and save a new contact. This is another way to add a new user to your telephone directory.
Deleting a contact and directory is also easy. To do this, select the required number, click on it and hold for several seconds. A list will open in which we select “Delete”. A quick click on a contact will open a page with information about it. In the upper right corner there is a “Menu” (three dots located one above the other). This menu also has a “Delete” button.
Text messages
One of the main features of Viber is messages containing text. To implement this, open the application. There is a Chats tab in the lower left corner. This is what you need to select in order to see the correspondence that was conducted with other users. If the chat has already been created earlier, simply select the user and continue communication.
This page has a message icon at the bottom right. You will need it if you are using the program for the first time. By clicking on this tab, a new page will open. In it you need to manually enter the phone number to which you want to send the letter. You can select a contact from a list of numbers already on your phone.
The text itself is entered in the line below. It says “Write a message...”. Click on this inscription, after which the on-screen keyboard appears. With its help we enter the test. A message is sent after clicking the icon in the form of a circle with an arrow inside.
Other options
In the same panel where the message text is entered, you can see several symbols.
The first one allows you to add stickers.
The second is for selecting multimedia files (photos, videos and others) that are already saved on the smartphone.
The third is for turning on the shooting mode. With it, you can take photos or shoot videos that are immediately sent to another contact. They do not need to be specially saved in the phone gallery. A single press creates a photo. To record video, the button must be held down.
The next one allows you to add GIF files. They can be selected according to the specified categories or searched through the search form.
And the last symbol in the form of three dots allows you to make attachments to the message. With it you can send:
- File.
- Location.
- Contact.
You just need to select the required item from the list that appears.
Audio files
Using Viber on your phone is convenient and simple. In addition, the application allows you to save time. There is a function for sending audio files. This means no need to write a text message. You can pronounce the necessary information and send this recording to your interlocutor.
To do this, the send message button must be moved to the side. A microphone icon will appear in its place. When you press it, recording of an audio file will begin.
Video calls
Thanks to the program, you can not only write text and send audio messages. Viber allows you to make video calls, making you closer to the other person. To do this, open a chat with the contact. There will be a video camera icon in the upper right corner. Pressing it will connect you with the contact via video call.
If this is your first time communicating with a contact, it doesn’t matter. Go to the “Calls” tab. Find the one you need in the contact list. There are two symbols next to each phone. One is for a video call. The other is for a regular call.
If the desired contact is not saved in the list, open the dialer. Enter the number manually and press the call button.
Group chats
To use Viber as a means for collective communication, group chat is useful. It's easy to create. All actions are similar to creating a private dialogue with a specific user. First, go to the “Chats” tab and click on the messages icon. In the window that opens, you can immediately see two items: “New group” and “Create a community.” After selecting a specific type, the program will prompt you to select contacts from the phone list.
In group chats, the number of users is indicated under the group name.
Hidden chats and blocking users
Another useful and interesting feature of Viber is creating hidden chats and blocking unwanted users.
Setting a password on your phone is sometimes an inconvenient step. Not everyone will want to enter a password every time. But sometimes you need to protect correspondence with a certain person from strangers who like to snoop around in someone else’s phone. And the developers took care of the privacy of their users. You can set a password for any chat. After this, the correspondence will disappear from the general list of dialogues. No one else can find it without a password.
You can hide a chat from strangers by following these steps:
- Open the list of chats.
- Find the desired dialogue.
- Press and hold it for a few seconds (until the menu appears).
- In the window that appears, select “Hide chat”.
After this, the phone will prompt you to enter a password. If everything is done correctly, the correspondence will disappear from the general list. You can find it by entering your password in the search bar.
A person with whom communication is not interesting can be added to the “Black List”. He will not be able to write or call you. To do this, find the desired contact in the telephone directory and click on it. All available information will open. In the upper right corner, select “Menu” (three dots located one above the other). In the list that appears, select “Block”. That's all. The blocked user will no longer be disturbed.
Change user
If you suddenly decide to change your phone number, Viber allows you to change the user.
Go to the “More” tab (lower right corner, in the form of three horizontal lines) – “Settings” – “Account” – “Change phone number”.
This option is suitable for situations where the phone remains, but only the phone number changes. If you need to change the device, but keep all the existing information, you need to go a different route. First, create a backup copy (“More” – “Settings” – “Account” – “Backup” – “Create a backup copy”). After changing the phone and installing the application again, we follow the same path. Only at the end select “Restore”.
Using Viber on a personal computer is as easy as on a phone. The first step is to download and install the application on your device. Activation via phone is required. Of course, it is possible to do this without a phone. To do this, you will need to install an Android emulator. The process looks something like this:
We install Viber on the computer, downloaded from the official website. Next, install any emulator (for example, Bluestacks) on the same PC. In the emulator we install Viber version 5.0. This version is needed, since only it had the opportunity to receive an activation code via SMS message. After installing and activating the application in the emulator, you can return to the main version of the program. We begin registration there. To activate it, send a confirmation code. Since there is no smartphone, the code can only be viewed on the version of the messenger that is installed through the emulator. Having looked at the code there, you can finish activating the main version of the application.
After activation, the emulator can be deleted. But before that, you need to save all your contacts, otherwise they may not sync.
As you can see, using Viber is not difficult. The application will allow you to communicate for your pleasure. And it's free. You no longer have to pay for calls and text messages.
29.01.2018
The application (Viber) for smartphones is one of the ways for family and friends to significantly reduce the cost of calls and messages. For those who are trying to take their first steps in using the messenger, in this article we will answer the question: How to use Viber on your phone?
Using Viber on your phone
If Viber is not installed on your smartphone, you need to download the program to your mobile device.
Step 1: Install the program on your mobile device
Need to find in "App Store" messenger distribution and install it on your smartphone.
The installation process is automatic, initiated by pressing a button "Install".
There is another acceptable option - searching for the desired mobile version of the program on the official website of the developer.
Step 2: Register your personal profile
Upon completion of the procedure, a welcome window will appear on the device screen. Button press "Continue" starts the process of creating a personal profile.
The application requests access to the user's address book, country of residence and phone number. We recommend giving access to your contact book. The country of residence is selected from the directory provided by the application. The system sends an account activation code via SMS message to the phone number specified during registration, which must be entered into the window that appears on the screen. Next, you need to fill out the profile identification fields so that it is ready to use for communication on the Viber network.
After creating a personal profile in the Viber system, the user will receive a ready-made list of respondents from his address book who have this application installed.
Step 3: Making calls and messaging
The action menu for the selected contact offers three options: calls, sending messages within the system (they are free) and calls via ViberOut (paid calls to contacts not included in the Viber network). To make a call or send a message, just perform the desired action.
You can attach a photo or image, video, recent selfie, location, doodle to the message. These features on different versions of the mobile platform (Android, iOS, Windows Phone) may differ in content and execution interface. You can also add participants to the conversation and chat.
The application allows you to add new contacts, which are automatically reflected in your phone's contact sheet, and are also synchronized with Viber installed on your computer.
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