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Nearby

Nearby

Find, Connect, Friend
Anwer Solangi
Version 1.1.2 Trusted App
4.0 46852 Reviews
Jul 29 Updated
Rated for 18+ Rating
Android 7.0+ Android
44.2 MB Size

About Nearby

Adam
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The first screen: a promise of connection

You open the app and see a map. It is the centerpiece. The app wants you to find people nearby. The interface is simple. A map fills the screen. Dots represent other users. You tap a dot and see a profile. You can send a message. You can arrange a meeting. The app promises connection. It promises friendship. It promises a community. But the reality is different. The map loads slowly. The dots appear, but they are not real. They are placeholders. The app cannot find actual users. The location is inaccurate. It shows people who are not nearby. It shows people who are not even in the same country. The app is broken. It does not work as advertised. This is the first thing you notice. The app is a shell of what it claims to be. The developer, Anwer Solangi, is based in Karachi, Pakistan. He built the app with React Native. He has a privacy policy and terms of service. But the app itself is a failure. It is a technical disaster.

The app is free, but it has in-app purchases. You can buy coins or diamonds. You need them to send messages or unlock features. This is a common pattern in social apps. But here, it is a trap. The app does not work, but it still asks for money. Users are frustrated. They paid for features they cannot use. They feel scammed. The app has a rating of 1.85 out of 5 on some platforms. That is abysmal. It is one of the worst-rated apps in its category. The complaints are consistent. The app crashes. The server errors are constant. The sign-up process is broken. The OTP never arrives. The profile picture cannot be uploaded. The app is a waste of time. It is a waste of data. It is a waste of money. The developer has not fixed these issues. The latest update was in January 2026. It contained bug fixes. But the bugs remain. The app is still broken.

What the app claims to do versus what it actually does

The app claims to be a map-based social network. It says you can view profiles of nearby individuals. You can initiate conversations. You can exchange contact information. You can arrange meetings. You can buy and sell goods using a wallet system. These are ambitious claims. They promise a complete social and commercial ecosystem. But the app cannot deliver. The map is inaccurate. The profiles are fake. The conversations are one-sided. The wallet system is non-functional. The app is a facade. It is a collection of features that do not work. The map shows users who are not nearby. It shows users who are not even real. They are bots or fake profiles. The chat feature is broken. Messages do not send. The OTP never arrives. The profile picture cannot be uploaded. The app is a technical nightmare. It is a testament to poor development. The developer has not tested the app properly. He has not fixed the bugs. He has not responded to user complaints. The app is abandoned. It is a zombie app. It is still on the Play Store, but it is dead.

The app's description promises a "perfect solution" for connecting with nearby people. It says the community is full of friendly and welcoming individuals. This is a lie. The community is full of bots and scammers. The app is a honeypot. It lures users in with promises of friendship. Then it asks for money. The in-app purchases are the real goal. The app is a scam. It is designed to extract money from users. It is not designed to help people connect. The developer is not interested in building a community. He is interested in making money. The app is a cash grab. It is a predatory app. It targets lonely people. It targets people who are new to an area. It targets people who are desperate for connection. It exploits their vulnerability. This is the true nature of the app. It is not a social network. It is a scam.

How the map and wallet features fail in practice

The map is the core feature. It is supposed to show you people nearby. But it does not work. The location is inaccurate. The app shows people who are far away. It shows people who are in different countries. The filtering is broken. You cannot find people in your area. The map is a gimmick. It is a visual distraction. It does not serve a purpose. The wallet system is equally broken. It is supposed to let you buy and sell goods. But there are no goods to buy. There are no sellers. The wallet is empty. The system is non-functional. It is a placeholder. It is a feature that was never implemented. The app is a collection of unfinished features. It is a prototype. It is not a finished product. The developer has not put in the work. He has not built a functional app. He has built a shell. He has built a scam. The app is a warning. It is a cautionary tale. It shows what happens when developers prioritize profit over quality. It shows what happens when developers abandon their users. The app is a failure.

The app's technical issues are well-documented. Users have reported server errors. They have reported crashes. They have reported sign-up issues. They have reported profile issues. They have reported location issues. They have reported fake profiles. They have reported scams. The app is a disaster. It is a dumpster fire. It is a waste of time. The developer has not fixed these issues. He has not responded to feedback. He has not updated the app. The app is dead. It is a zombie. It is still on the Play Store, but it is not functional. It is a trap. It is a scam. It is a warning. Do not download this app. Do not waste your time. Do not waste your money. The app is a fraud. It is a deception. It is a lie. The app is everything that is wrong with the app store. It is a low-quality, predatory app. It is a stain on the Android ecosystem. It is a disgrace.

What happens when you try to create an account

You open the app. You tap the sign-up button. You enter your email or phone number. You wait for the OTP. It never arrives. You try again. You wait again. Nothing. You try a different method. You try email. You try phone. You try social login. Nothing works. The app is broken. The sign-up process is a dead end. You cannot create an account. You cannot use the app. You are stuck. This is the experience of most users. They cannot even get past the sign-up screen. The app is a brick. It is a paperweight. It is useless. The developer has not fixed this issue. It has been a problem for months. It is a known issue. It is a critical issue. It prevents users from using the app. It is the first thing users encounter. It is the reason users uninstall the app. It is the reason users leave negative reviews. The app is a failure. It is a waste of time. It is a waste of data. It is a waste of money. The app is a scam. It is a deception. It is a lie. The app is everything that is wrong with the app store. It is a low-quality, predatory app. It is a stain on the Android ecosystem. It is a disgrace. The app is a warning. It is a cautionary tale. It shows what happens when developers prioritize profit over quality. It shows what happens when developers abandon their users. The app is a failure. The app is a disaster. The app is a dumpster fire. The app is a zombie. It is a dead app. It is a scam. It is a fraud. It is a deception. It is a lie. The app is a warning.

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App Specifications

Latest Version1.1.2
Uploaded byAnwer Solangi
Requires AndroidAndroid 7.0+
CategorySocial
Content RatingRated for 18+

Technical Details

Package Namecom.nearbyreactive
LanguagesEnglish
Architecturearm64-v8a
Signature1eec09aefa4b04b3c7965164a92cae0d25edade359930d29fdaaebaa54c551fd

Security & Additional Info

Scan Result Secure
Package Name com.nearbyreactive
SHA‑256 1eec09aefa4b04b3c7965164a92cae0d25edade359930d29fdaaebaa54c551fd
SHA‑1 26393bc83532c588cc5aba086931bc79a6c047b4
App Permissions 0
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Previous Versions

Nearby 1.1.2 43.4 MB • Jan 09, 2026
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Nearby 1.0.5 35.4 MB • Nov 21, 2023
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Nearby 1.0.4 35.4 MB • Oct 12, 2023
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Nearby 1.0.2 33.1 MB • May 19, 2023
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