BeReal. Your friends for real.

A daily photo, shared in the moment

BeReal is a social app for sharing a quick snapshot of what you are doing with friends. A notification prompts you to post, and the app gives you a short window to take a photo using the front and back cameras. The result shows both your surroundings and your own reaction, rather than a carefully edited image.

It may suit people who want a small, informal circle of updates rather than a feed built around polished photos. The prompt gives friends a shared reason to check in, though it also means posting is tied to the timing of the alert.

What sharing looks like

Posts are centered on the daily photo. You can see friends’ posts and respond with RealMojis, reactions made using your own face. There is also an optional Discovery feed for viewing posts beyond your friends, if you want a wider view of what people are sharing.

The app keeps past posts in a Memories archive, so the daily snapshots can be revisited later. BeReal’s approach is deliberately limited compared with social apps built around extensive editing and frequent updates: the emphasis is on taking a photo and seeing what friends are up to.

Worth considering

The time-limited prompt can make posting feel spontaneous, but it may not fit everyone’s schedule or comfort with sharing a live view of their surroundings. Think about who can see your posts and what is in the frame before sharing. The brief format may appeal if you prefer lightweight check-ins; people looking for more control over photo editing or a continuously updated feed may want a different kind of social app.

At a glance

• Developer: VOODOO
• Rating: 4.38 out of 5 from 348,087 ratings
• Installs: 10,000,000+