James Harper
How To Change the Language in Viber in 2025
Figured out that switching the app’s language isn’t always so straightforward, especially on mobile. Sometimes, it just refuses to update immediately, or you have to dig through a bunch of menus. This process is pretty simple once you know where to look, but it’s easy to miss if you’re new. Whether you want English, Spanish, Hindi, or Arabic, the app supports quite a few languages. Changing it can make navigating way easier — especially if your app is stuck in a language you barely understand. Here’s how to do that, step by step, for both Android and iPhone. Expect it to take just a couple of minutes, and it’s worth doing if you’re tired of squinting at menus or struggling with translations.
How to Change Viber Language Settings on Your Phone
Access the app and find the menu
Start by opening Viber on your device. On Android, tap the More button (it’s usually a three-dot icon or your profile picture at the bottom right). On iPhone, tap the More tab at the bottom right as well. From there, you need to get to the Settings. On some versions, it’s hidden under your profile picture, or a gear icon, but it’s basically always somewhere in that menu. On Android, you might see Settings directly in the menu; on iPhone, it’s usually accessible through Settings in the bottom menu after your profile info.
Navigate to Language Settings
Once you’re in Settings, look for General. That’s where Viber keeps its overall app options, including language preferences. Under General, find Language. Sometimes it’s in a sub-menu or you have to scroll down a little — that’s normal. If your app is in a different language and you’re trying to switch it back to your native tongue, this is the spot to do it.
Select your preferred language
When you tap on Language, a list of supported languages will appear. Scroll through and pick the one you want — it might be quick on some devices, slow on others. Once you tap your choice, look for a confirm button or checkmark (usually an icon of a tick or a check). Tapping that should make Viber switch to your language of choice. On some setups, the app might restart or need to be closed and reopened for the changes to take effect. Weird, but true.
Extra tips & troubleshooting
If nothing happens right away, try closing the app completely and reopening it. Sometimes, updates aren’t applied until you restart. If your language doesn’t switch or isn’t listed, double-check you’re on the latest version of Viber—go to your app store and update if needed. Also, on Android, changing the device language sometimes affects app language settings, so if you prefer Viber in a specific language, make sure your device’s language matches or you manually set it in Viber. Conversely, on iPhone, changing the device language might change the app’s language as well, but not always. It’s a bit inconsistent, because of course, Apple likes to keep you guessing.
Wrap-up
Changing the language in Viber is usually straightforward, but the exact steps can vary a tad based on device and app version. The main idea is accessing Settings > General > Language. One thing that’s kind of weird, but sometimes it works: switching device language and restarting Viber might force it to update. Don’t be surprised if on one device it updates instantly, and on another, you have to fiddle around a bit more or restart a couple of times. Oh, and if the language still isn’t right, double-check your app version or reinstall — it sounds overkill, but sometimes it helps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I switch back to English later?
Absolutely. Just follow the same steps and pick English. Easy peasy.
My language isn’t listed; what now?
In that case, your language might not be supported yet, or you might need to update Viber. If you really want it, you can submit feedback via the app or check for updates periodically.
Will changing the language mess up my chats?
Nope. All your contacts, messages, and group chats stay the same. Only the menus and interface will change to your selected language. So, no worries there.