QQ was first released as a network paging real-time communications service. Other features were later added, such as chatrooms, games, personal avatars (similar to Meego in MSN), online storage, and Internet dating services.

Who uses QQ?

QQ is the equivalent of email in China, hence why everyone has it and most use it. The latest report from a December 2016showed that QQ has 899 million active monthly users, which is roughly 56.6% of all Chinese internet users.

Does people still use QQ?

As a matter of fact, QQ is still alive… but mostly on teenagers smartphones. QQ has a staggering 800 million monthly active users, 200 million fewer than its sibling WeChat. But ironically, WeChats dominance has given QQ a new life: Teenagers have flocked to QQ because their parents and relatives are all on WeChat.

Is line owned by China?

Japanese messaging app Line, owned by SoftBank Corps Z Holdings Corp, allowed Chinese engineers at a Shanghai affiliate to access data on Japanese users without seeking their consent, Japanese media reported on Wednesday.

How do I install QQ English?

How to install QQ (English explanation)download. Download the QQ instant messaging client at IM.QQ.com. setup. Click the areas indicated by red in the screenshots to install.register. After setup completes, QQ will run for the first time.