Iran · Telecom, Internet & Apps

Cafe Bazaar

The leading Android app store in Iran, where many Iranian apps and games are distributed.

What it helps with

Installing Iranian appsNot on Google Play.
Paying for appsIranian cards.
Updating local appsAutomatic.

About Cafe Bazaar

Cafe Bazaar is an Android app store made in Iran. Many Iranian apps and games are published there, and for many users it is the main place to install and update apps. It offers payment methods for Iranian users, and the store is mainly in Persian.

Key Features

Iranian Apps and Games: Apps made in Iran, and many international ones.
Updates: Install and update apps from the store.
Local Payments: Iranian payment methods for paid apps and in-app purchases.
Reviews and Ratings: User reviews to help you choose.

How to Get Started

Download the Cafe Bazaar app from the official website, because it is installed from outside Google Play.
Allow installation from this source on your Android phone when it asks.
Sign in with your mobile number, as the store asks.
Search for the app and install it, then keep the store updated.

Before you use it

Good to know: Many Iranian banking and service apps are removed from Google Play and the App Store, so Android users install them from Bazaar.
Limits: Bazaar works on Android only; iPhone users install Iranian apps through web links.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cafe Bazaar work with a foreign bank card in Iran?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Cafe Bazaar available in English?: Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
Do I need a local phone number to use Cafe Bazaar?: No, an international phone number generally works for Cafe Bazaar.
Do I need local ID or residency for Cafe Bazaar?: No, Cafe Bazaar doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Cafe Bazaar?: iOS · Android
How much does Cafe Bazaar cost?: Free store; paid apps in rials