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KakaoTalk Changelog

What's new in KakaoTalk 4.0.1 Build 3888

May 2, 2024
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 4.0.0 Build 3873 (Apr 17, 2024)

  • You can edit messages in My Chatroom.
  • You can now use the screen share feature in Voice Call and Video Call.
  • Added invite link for team chatroom. Users can join a team chat through the invite link created by the host.
  • You can select illustrations and background color for your profile.
  • The chat capture feature has been improved. You can change the selected capture area. Right-click the chat bubble and start capturing.
  • Added Pin Talk Timer to Top

New in KakaoTalk 3.8.0 Build 3829 (Mar 18, 2024)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.8.0 Build 3825 (Mar 12, 2024)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.7.6 Build 3770 (Jan 30, 2024)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.7.6 Build 3768 (Jan 25, 2024)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.7.5 Build 3766 (Jan 24, 2024)

  • Added new Kakao Friends stickers
  • Level up Jordy and Choonsik in your profile.
  • See Kakao Friends stickers you have set from your mobile.
  • Added volume controller for video play
  • Improvements made to Settings menu

New in KakaoTalk 3.6.7 Build 3673 (Nov 10, 2023)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.6.6 Build 3669 (Nov 6, 2023)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.6.5 Build 3663 (Nov 1, 2023)

  • Added a feature that only restores recent chats
  • Changed Lock Mode settings:
  • You need to set up a Lock Mode password to automatically log in using Lock Mode.
  • You can now use Windows Hello to unlock the Lock Mode. (Windows 10 and above)
  • You can now attach emoticons and media to a scheduled message

New in KakaoTalk 3.6.2 Build 3602 (Sep 19, 2023)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.6.1 Build 3598 (Sep 15, 2023)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.6.1 Build 3597 (Sep 15, 2023)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.6.0 Build 3593 (Sep 15, 2023)

  • Added the 'Too!set Floating-feature in Kakao Lab : You can float frequently used tools on the screen.
  • Added Tabs by media type in Chatroom Archives
  • (Talk Drive Plus)Added access to restore chats In the chatroom menu

New in KakaoTalk 3.5.5 Build 3553 (Sep 15, 2023)

  • Added Silent Chatroom' in Kakao Lab. : You can group chatrooms that you dont check often and keep them silently.
  • Added a new feature to provide a scheduled message sending history in Briefing Board.

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.8 Build 3412 (Apr 3, 2023)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.8 Build 3410 (Mar 29, 2023)

  • Changed method to activate Kakao Lab features:
  • Go to Settings > Kakao Lab > Use Kakao Lab and enable settings to use features in Kakao Lab.
  • Integrated Voice Call and Video Call:
  • You can now switch from Voice Call to Video Call after a quick preview.
  • Improved call quality.
  • Improved access to Jordy features:
  • You can now add events and tasks using the Events icon at the bottom of the chatroom.
  • You can now access the Briefing Board via the chatroom's side menu.

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.7 Build 3369 (Feb 21, 2023)

  • Improved the Group Video Call feature
  • Use voice filters and change your voice to make the conversation more fun!
  • Improved the Poll feature in Boards
  • You can now easily copy closed polls.
  • The create poll by date screen has been improved.
  • Improved the create the same group chatroom feature
  • You can now create a new team chat with members from existing group chatrooms.
  • Improved the Plus tab in Emoticon Plus
  • You can now check out the hottest keywords and new emoticons in KakaoTalk for PC.

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.6 Build 3321 (Jan 13, 2023)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.5 Build 3317 (Jan 11, 2023)

  • Removed the Jordy icon in scheduled messages
  • Improved the Talk Timer feature
  • Added a setting that automatically activates Talk Timer when opening KakaoTalk.
  • Added a timer minimizing feature.

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.4 Build 3282 (Dec 7, 2022)

  • Added reaction stickers to profiles Introducing stickers that can be used in profiles to share reactions with friends.
  • Only you can see the information of friends you reacted to.
  • Improved voice memo play method
  • You can now play voice memos directly from the chatroom.
  • Click the chat bubble to change the play location.
  • Improved the auto-suggestion feature in Emoticon Plus
  • You can now close emoticon auto-suggestions for a better view of the chat.

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.3 Build 3217 (Sep 21, 2022)

  • Added the Talk Timer feature:
  • Try Talk Timer in the More tab when you need much focus.
  • You can increase concentration efficiency by repeating concentration and rest periods.
  • QR login support for KakaoTalk for PC:
  • You can now log into KakaoTalk for PC by scanning the QR code.
  • Update your KakaoTalk for Mobile to the latest version.
  • Improved chatroom design: We rearranged the chatroom screen and expanded the input field.

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.2 Build 3184 (Aug 16, 2022)

  • Improved floating feature
  • One group can have up to 10 floatings
  • Check profile images in floating chatrooms
  • Reaction items have been added to Voice Room
  • Set reaction items and express your feelings
  • More space in the Emoticon Favorites list
  • You can add up to 120 emoticons to the Favorites list

New in KakaoTalk 3.4.0 Build 3121 (May 17, 2022)

  • Added the Jordy feature:
  • You can meticulously manage your events and tasks.
  • You can now send scheduled messages.
  • Briefing notifications are sent to remind you of important events.
  • Streamlined access to the capture feature:
  • You can now send captured images to other chatrooms.
  • Captured images can be selected from the top of the chat list in the current chatroom.
  • Improved the Time Machine feature:
  • You can use the Time Machine feature by clicking on the date in the chatroom.
  • Displayed the requirements to join in the Open Chat Home list:
  • You can now see the requirements to join the Open Chat from the list.

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.9 Build 3090 (Apr 11, 2022)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.9 Build 3088 (Apr 5, 2022)

  • Added a notification that alerts users that an identical chatroom already exists when they try to create a new chatroom.
  • Added a menu to manage Open Chat admins
  • You can now assign/cancel admins from the PC.

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.8 Build 3058 (Feb 22, 2022)

  • Set up user requirements needed to join Open Chats
  • You can now set up requirements users must satisfy to join Open Chats, including gender and age, when creating an Open Chatroom
  • Improved how Open Chats are displayed in the chat list
  • You can now see the Open Chatroom's cover image in the chat list

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.7 Build 3028 (Jan 13, 2022)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.7 Build 3022 (Jan 11, 2022)

  • Revamped settings on KakaoTalk on PC
  • Added the screen settings menu.
  • Reorganized the sub menus in settings.
  • Added a search function in Emoticon Plus
  • Emoticon Plus subscribers can go to the Plus tab and search the emoticon of their choice.
  • Improved the team chat invitation function
  • Anyone can invite members if the host gives permission to send invitations.

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.6 Build 2992 (Dec 10, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.5 Build 2989 (Dec 7, 2021)

  • Start Talk Drive
  • You can now start Talk Drive Plus in KakaoTalk on your PC.
  • Streamlined the play video process
  • You can now click on the video in the chatroom and immediately access contents.
  • Added a reaction function to chat bubbles
  • Added an "All" tab in the reacted friends list.
  • Improved the screen recording function
  • Improved the icon that displays audio output.
  • Re-added the record function in the preview screen.

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.4 Build 2956 (Nov 2, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.4 Build 2954 (Nov 2, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.4 Build 2951 (Nov 2, 2021)

  • Added screen recording function
  • The screen recording function has been added to the capture mode.
  • Designate an area and record various screens.
  • Available from Windows 10
  • Added drag and drop send function
  • You can send photos, videos, and files in chatrooms with drag and drop.
  • Improved screen after finishing adding friend
  • After adding as a friend by a contact information or ID, you can designate a multi-profile or start a 1:1 chat right away.
  • Added Image Editor > Added 'Crop' function
  • Crop function has been added on the image editor.
  • Capture chats, images and edit the area you wish to emphasize.
  • Added send profile function
  • You can send the profile you wish to send on the chatroom by clicking the right button.
  • Added notification show position function
  • You can set the location of the notification at Setting > Pop-up > Show Position menu.
  • Support for Windows 11

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.3 Build 2924 (Nov 2, 2021)

  • Support for Windows 11
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.3 Build 2917 (Nov 2, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.3 Build 2911 (Nov 2, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.2 Build 2905 (Nov 2, 2021)

  • Added Group FaceTalk
  • Chat with friends in group chatrooms face to face.
  • Added Image Edit function
  • You can capture an image and edit it using stickers, a pen, etc.
  • Added Notification Reply function
  • You can reply to friends on the notification.
  • Added sound emoticon icons

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.1 Build 2870 (Nov 2, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.0 Build 2860 (Aug 9, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.0 Build 2858 (Aug 3, 2021)

  • Added a reaction feature to chat bubbles
  • You can add reactions to chat bubbles in the chatroom.
  • Hover your mouse over the chat bubble to select a reaction item.
  • Added a view friends with updates feature
  • Friends who updated their profiles are now shown in the Friends tab.

New in KakaoTalk 3.3.0 Build 2856 (Aug 3, 2021)

  • Added a reaction feature to chat bubbles
  • You can add reactions to chat bubbles in the chatroom.
  • Hover your mouse over the chat bubble to select a reaction item.
  • Added a view friends with updates feature
  • Friends who updated their profiles are now shown in the Friends tab.

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.9 Build 2813 (Jul 1, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.9 Build 2808 (Jun 29, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.8 Build 2806 (Jun 29, 2021)

  • Improved the chat capture function
  • You can change the profile image to Kakao Friends or the chatroom wallpaper to the default wallpaper and capture chats.
  • Added the delete multiple messages function
  • Improved the Delete for Me function.
  • You can now select multiple messages and delete it all at once.
  • Added shortcut functions
  • Added shortcuts in the tooltip and context menu.
  • Expanded the use of lock functions in chatrooms
  • You can now use the lock function in open chatrooms.

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.7 Build 2782 (May 31, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.7 Build 2777 (May 25, 2021)

  • Improved Integrated Search
  • Messages searched in Integrated Search are also highlighted to check the search results easily.
  • Improved the Mark as Read function
  • You can now mark messages from multiple chatrooms as read at once.
  • A shortcut key for 'Mark as Read' has been added.
  • Improved name change method
  • You can right-click your friend or chatroom to change the name.
  • Improved KakaoTalk ID for Search Settings
  • You can set your KakaoTalk ID with longer and more diverse characters.
  • Added Subscription Notification Settings
  • You can now set reminders for subscription calendars by calendar unit.

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.6 Build 2745 (Apr 15, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.5 Build 2742 (Apr 13, 2021)

  • Added Integrated Search Message Filter Function
  • Not only messages, but also files, boards, and contact information can easily be found.
  • Improvements on Mention and Reply Badge
  • In a group chat room, when mentioning ‘I’ or replying to my own message, try notifying with the ‘@’ notification badge.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.4 Build 2717 (Mar 10, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.4 Build 2715 (Mar 9, 2021)

  • Improved the manage multi-profile friends feature
  • Select a chatroom and designate friends to the multi-profile all at once.
  • Added a copy Talk Calendar events feature
  • Select event details > More > Copy to quickly create an identical event.
  • Press the capture button at the bottom of the chat room to easily capture the conversation.
  • Meet Kakao TV in the See More tab.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.3 Build 2698 (Feb 8, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.2 Build 2694 (Jan 27, 2021)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.2 Build 2692 (Jan 26, 2021)

  • Added Integrated Search: Find immediate search results from friends, chatrooms and messages, all at once.
  • Expanded the types of file formats that can be sent.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.1 Build 2662 (Dec 17, 2020)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in KakaoTalk 3.2.0 Build 2657 (Dec 15, 2020)

  • Added the Wallet feature:
  • You can now go to the More tab to see the Wallet you created in the mobile environment.
  • Added a profile verification badge feature
  • You can display the name, ID and certification, which were verified in your Wallet, on your profile.
  • Added a feature to register a device with an e-signature
  • You can use the Wallet's e-signature to verify your PC more quickly and safely.
  • Improvements in the pin chatroom feature
  • You can now pin up to 10 chatrooms and rearrange the order.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.1.9 Build 2623 (Nov 10, 2020)

  • Added Kakao Music Player:
  • Play your profile music and music shared via the chatroom without installing a separate player.
  • Updates on KakaoTalk Calendar:
  • You can now subscribe to programs you want to watch or schedules of your favorite sports teams from KakaoTalk Calendar.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.1.7 Build 2601 (Oct 6, 2020)

  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.1.2 Build 2478 (May 26, 2020)

  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.1.2 Build 2472 (May 12, 2020)

  • Added screen capture feature:
  • Click Capture button in a chatroom to capture and share the screen.
  • Improved Reply Mode:
  • You can now use emoticons to reply messages.
  • New features in More tab:
  • You can now view unread emails and today's events.
  • Improved photo/video viewer:
  • You can now play videos in the viewer.
  • You can print or save collaged photos at once.
  • Improved emoticon window:
  • You can now find recently used emoticons.
  • You'll see new designs applied on the emoticon window.
  • Improvements on KakaoTalk Calendar:
  • You can search events by hosts or chatrooms.
  • You can view the list of invited events in one page.
  • You can search for chatrooms when sharing chats.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.1.1 Build 2441 (Mar 24, 2020)

  • Emoticon Favorites list:
  • Your Favorites list on your mobile will be synced with the list on your PC.
  • Design improvements on pop-up windows:
  • You'll see new designs applied on the pop-up windows.
  • Auto-play videos in profile:
  • Click a profile to auto-play a video set in the profile.

New in KakaoTalk 3.1.0 Build 2419 (Feb 20, 2020)

  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.1.0 Build 2415 (Feb 18, 2020)

  • Added Mention feature:
  • You can now mention friends by entering "@" in a chatroom.
  • Improvements on KakaoTalk Calendar:
  • You can now customize repeating events.
  • You can now customize your event reminders.
  • Supports new file formats: HEIC and DNG
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.10 Build 2387 (Jan 7, 2020)

  • KakaoTalk Calendar:
  • You can only receive notifications for events from your friends or events you're going.
  • You can view events from another calendar using the KakaoTalk Calendar URL.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.8 Build 2360 (Dec 9, 2019)

  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.8 Build 2357 (Dec 3, 2019)

  • Added drag option to KakaoTalk Calendar
  • You can now drag & drop an existing event to change the date or time.
  • Added a new feature in Kakao Lab
  • You can now receive notifications even in full-screen mode.
  • Added support for voice note in Talk Drive.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.8 Build 2354 (Dec 3, 2019)

  • Added drag option to KakaoTalk Calendar:
  • You can now drag & drop an existing event to change the date or time.
  • Added a new feature in Kakao Lab:
  • You can now receive notifications even in full-screen mode.
  • Added support for voice note in Talk Drive.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.7 Build 2322 (Oct 30, 2019)

  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.7 Build 2319 (Oct 22, 2019)

  • Added more features to be accessed by hosts in Open Chat
  • The hosts can now delete announcements, events, polls, and comments made by a participant in the chatroom.
  • Added new styles of music player in profile
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.6 Build 2284 (Sep 17, 2019)

  • Added:
  • You can now manage important events in KakaoTalk.
  • Improvements in Reply feature
  • You can switch to reply mode even while typing a message.
  • Place a mouse pointer on the message to reply.
  • You can get notifications when someone replies to your message in a chatroom.
  • Improvements in Long text messages
  • You can now preview URL included in long text messages.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.6 Build 2282 (Sep 17, 2019)

  • Added "KakaoTalk Calendar":
  • You can now manage important events in KakaoTalk.
  • Improvements in Reply feature:
  • You can switch to reply mode even while typing a message.
  • Place a mouse pointer on the message to reply.
  • You can get notifications when someone replies to your message in a chatroom.
  • Improvements in Long text messages:
  • You can now preview URL included in long text messages.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.5 Build 2243 (Aug 6, 2019)

  • Added new ring tones for Voice Call and Video Call.
  • Other bug fixes and stability improvements
  • Added "Like" for Emoticons:
  • You can "like" an emoticon set from the emoticon shop.
  • You can also view the list of your liked items.

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.4 Build 2212 (Jul 2, 2019)

  • Improvements on UI designs for profiles:
  • You can now add videos, stickers, text, music and countdown to your profile. (You can edit your profile on mobile only.)
  • Share emoticons:
  • You can now directly share emoticons with your friends from the Emoticons Store.
  • Improvements on photo viewers:
  • Click View Chats to find out which chatroom the photo was sent.
  • Click Copy to copy the photo to the clipboard.
  • Improvements on Open Chat profiles
  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.3 Build 2183 (Jun 5, 2019)

  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.2 Build 2179 (May 30, 2019)

  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.2 Build 2176 (May 28, 2019)

  • Friends with Birthdays:
  • You can now check the list of upcoming birthdays on your Friends list.
  • Mark as Read:
  • Right-click a chatroom from the Chats list and mark the messages as read.
  • Added new alert sounds
  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.1 Build 2153 (May 28, 2019)

  • Added My Archives feature:
  • You can now view the notes, photos, files, and links shared in chatrooms all at once from My Archives.
  • Improvements on UI design:
  • Made changes in colors, window size and other design elements
  • You can now adjust the window to a smaller size. (minimum height level modified)
  • You can now see the full list of thumbnails in a collaged photo.
  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 3.0.0 Build 2110 (May 28, 2019)

  • Improvements on UI design:
  • Moved the main menu tab to the left side.
  • Made changes in colors and images to match the looks of mobile version of KakaoTalk
  • Added a button to add friends in the Friends tab
  • Added buttons to create chatrooms in the Chats tab
  • Added an option to delete chat messages:
  • You can now delete all messages in a 1:1 chatroom at once.
  • Go to a chatroom and select Menu > Chats > Delete Chat History.
  • Added new background images for chatrooms
  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 2.7.3 Build 1956 (Oct 8, 2018)

  • You can now check when the open chatroom has been created. (group chats only)
  • Go to the chatroom cover or the side menu of a chatroom to check the date.
  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

New in KakaoTalk 2.7.1 Build 1888 (Aug 1, 2018)

  • Bug fixes and stability improvements