Like many third-party keyboards, Fleksy requires users grant "full access" to the keyboard, a capability that makes some users wary as Apple warns it allows keyboards to log keystrokes and send them back to remote servers. With the new "Highlights" view, users will be able to easily access relevant GIFs and stickers all in one place by searching and tapping on auto-suggested hashtag topics.
In addition to the shift to a freemium model, Fleksy is also rolling out improvements to GIFs and stickers, building on a feature introduced in April. To thank users who previously paid for the app, Fleksy will be offering a set of free themes and extension slots that typically cost $8. “We believe the best way to do this is to make the app free for everyone.” “We want every smartphone user to have the opportunity to experience fast, expressive, and intuitive typing,” said Fleksy’s Co-Founder and CEO, Kosta Eleftheriou. With this increased user base, Fleksy will be focused on delivering new and exciting product improvements across all languages.
Fleksy has generally sold for $0.99 in the App Store, although it has occasionally been free for short periods of time.īy making the keyboard available for free, Fleksy is able to serve a much larger and more diverse set of users. Third-party keyboard developer Fleksy today announced its popular keyboard app on iOS and Android will be going free on a permanent basis, increasing the potential customer base for full basic keyboard functionality while continuing to offer additional premium content such as themes and extension slots for in-app purchase.