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Rakuten Link on Windows Pc

Developed By: Rakuten,Inc.

License: Free

Rating: 3,1/5 - 103.581 votes

Last Updated: April 19, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 2.4.1
Size 74.4 MB
Release Date May 24, 21
Category Communication Apps

App Permissions:
Allows an application to write to external storage. [see more (26)]

What's New:
Thank you for using Rakuten Link.・ Added a new “Home”Now enjoy easier access to key services and promotions from Rakuten Group・ Fixed bugs reported in previous... [see more]

Description from Developer:
Rakuten Link's basic features
■Calls: Voice and video calls
Rakuten Mobile subscribers can use unlimited calls and SMS to Rakuten Link users, as well as to other mobile network... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Rakuten Link and install on Windows PC. Rakuten Link is free Communication app, developed by Rakuten,Inc.. Latest version of Rakuten Link is 2.4.1, was released on 2021-05-24 (updated on 2024-04-19). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 5,000,000. Overall rating of Rakuten Link is 3,1. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 103,581 users, 33,822 users had rated it 5*, 35,936 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Rakuten Link on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Rakuten Link on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Rakuten Link on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install Rakuten Link using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "Rakuten Link" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install Rakuten Link on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "Rakuten Link" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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Rakuten Link's basic features
■Calls: Voice and video calls
Rakuten Mobile subscribers can use unlimited calls and SMS to Rakuten Link users, as well as to other mobile networks and landline numbers in Japan and in 66 designated countries and regions through Rakuten Link. Calls / SMS to mobile phones and landlines including other carriers in Japan are free when calling to a Japanese number.

■Messages: Fun group messages
You can create chat groups with other Rakuten Link users for up to 100 people, and share photos, videos, and documents, as well as messages.

■Home:Access the Rakuten group’s various services and promotions
As a Rakuten Mobile user, you can now enjoy easier, one-stop access to not only your favorite services in Rakuten Link but also exclusive deals across Rakuten Group services! Call, message, earn points by using the Rakuten Link's Super Point Screen and Missions, access key Rakuten Group services and do much more - all from one screen!

■Wallet : Check Rakuten point status and access payment services easily
Using Rakuten Link's Wallet, you can send Rakuten Cash to anyone, pay and collect Rakuten Points through Rakuten Point Card, quickly check your Point balances such as "Available Points", "Term limited Points", etc., and conveniently access the Rakuten Pay app!

■Rakuten Link Super Point Screen : Earn Rakuten points easily just by looking at ads.
This is the Rakuten official “Point Reward” App. You can earn point quickly and effortlessly without any hassle. It’s not just about earning points; you can also discover promotional information and discounts.

■Missions: Earn points by using the app and participating in campaigns!
Earn Rakuten points by using the app and participating in exciting campaigns. You can also check Start 1000, SPU (Super Point Up program), and the completion status of Start Bonus.
Additionally, follow the Mission Official Account and never miss out on current Point Campaigns and other promotions. Look out for updates from your favorite Official Accounts!

■News: Get news and weather info.
You can get the latest news every day and clip news for reading later. You can also check the weather forecast for the area you live in.

* Certain numbers may not be supported. A 30-second call costs 22 yen when not using the app. 
* Certain numbers may not qualify for free calls.

For more detail information, please refer below links (Japanese).
https://network.mobile.rakuten.co.jp/service/rakuten-link/index.html

How to use
https://network.mobile.rakuten.co.jp/guide/rakuten-link/index.html

FAQ
https://network.mobile.rakuten.co.jp/faq/service/link/index.html

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If a problem occurs, please uninstall the application and try install it again.

QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
Thank you for using Rakuten Link.
・ Added a new “Home”
Now enjoy easier access to key services and promotions from Rakuten Group
・ Fixed bugs reported in previous versions.
Please update to the latest version of Rakuten Link.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Required to be able to access the camera device.
Allows access to the vibrator.
Allows an application to read the user's contacts data.
Allows read only access to phone state, including the phone number of the device, current cellular network information, the status of any ongoing calls, and a list of any PhoneAccounts registered on the device.
Allows an application to write the user's contacts data.
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an application to receive the ACTION_BOOT_COMPLETED that is broadcast after the system finishes booting.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to change network connectivity state.
Allows an application to modify global audio settings.
Allows an application to record audio.
Allows applications to connect to paired bluetooth devices.
Allows applications to discover and pair bluetooth devices.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
Allows an application to initiate a phone call without going through the Dialer user interface for the user to confirm the call.
Allows access to the list of accounts in the Accounts Service.
Allows an application to request installing packages.
Allows an app to create windows using the type TYPE_APPLICATION_OVERLAY, shown on top of all other apps.
Allows an application to read or write the system settings.
Allows an app to use fingerprint hardware.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows applications to change Wi-Fi connectivity state.