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Chinese export apps report: 2025 edition
Exploring global growth, influence, and market opportunities, with insights from Sensor Tower.
Summary
Chinese apps strengthen their global foothold
Innovation and smart localization are accelerating the global expansion of Chinese apps. Rapid growth in AI and short drama, combined with steady performance across gaming, social, entertainment, shopping, and finance, has pushed their international impact to an all-time high.
Chinese-developed apps now make up 14% of global installs, with entertainment seeing the largest year-over-year increase.
Availability is highest in major markets like the U.S., India, and Singapore, highlighting broad international reach.
SEA remains a core growth region for Chinese developers, with Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand leading in install share.
Gaming, social, utilities, and finance each show distinct regional strongholds, reflecting diverse adoption patterns.
Evolving strategies for global app success
“Chinese developers have moved from focusing on reach to deeply understanding international users, building trust, and optimizing performance. From gaming and shopping to short dramas and AI apps, Chinese teams show how innovation and precision create experiences that resonate locally and compete globally.”
Chris Rupp
Regional VP, Sales
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