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I need a mobile application that faithfully reproduces Instagram’s Direct Messaging experience—one-on-one chat, group threads, read receipts, media attachments, emoji reactions, the familiar swipe interface—without the rest of the Instagram feed, stories, or discovery features. Think of it as a clean, stand-alone DM client that looks and feels instantly familiar to users who already know Instagram. You are free to choose the tech stack you feel delivers the snappiest real-time performance: React Native, Flutter, native Swift/Kotlin, or another robust cross-platform framework. What matters to me is that messages sync in real time through a scalable backend (Firebase, Supabase, AWS Amplify, or your preferred alternative) and that the UI mirrors Instagram’s current look closely enough that users can hop in and start chatting without a learning curve. Core expectations • Seamless sign-up / login via email, phone, or social OAuth • Real-time messaging (text, photos, videos, voice notes, emojis, GIFs) • Group chat creation & management • Swipe-to-reply, double-tap to like, message status indicators • Push notifications while respecting device-level privacy settings • Basic profile page with avatar, username, and status • Secure data handling: end-to-end encryption or best-practice transport encryption Deliverables 1. Source code with clear modular structure and in-line comments 2. Working builds ready to install on current iOS and Android versions (TestFlight / APK) 3. Simple admin or dashboard panel to view active users and chats 4. Setup guide so I can deploy the backend and publish future updates myself Acceptance criteria I will test sign-up, message speed, media upload, group creation, reaction gestures, and notification reliability on both major mobile OS versions. All tests must pass without crashes or noticeable lag. If you’ve built chat or social apps before, please mention them and the tech you used. I’m eager to get started as soon as we agree on timelines and milestones, and I’ll be available for quick feedback throughout the build.
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Hello how are you?, I reviewed your project requirements and I can help you build a high-quality mobile application with clean UI, smooth performance, and scalable backend. I am an experienced Mobile App Developer specializing in Flutter / React Native / Native Android & iOS development. I have worked on apps including booking systems, management systems, and custom business apps. My Development Process Requirement analysis UI/UX design App development API integration Testing & bug fixing Deployment to Play Store / App Store Why Choose Me ✔ Clean and scalable code ✔ Regular progress updates ✔ On-time delivery ✔ Long-term support If you'd like, I can also suggest improvements for your app features and architecture to make the product more scalable. Let's discuss your project in detail. Best Regards, Sumit
$20 USD in 40 days
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With over a decade of experience in full-stack architecture and high-scale systems, I understand your need for a mobile application that replicates Instagram's Direct Messaging functionality seamlessly. As someone who has successfully built and scaled Telegram Mini Apps serving over 1 million users, I am well-equipped to tackle the challenges of creating a stand-alone DM client that prioritizes real-time messaging and user experience. In order to ensure the snappiest real-time performance, I recommend utilizing Flutter for cross-platform development with Firebase as the scalable backend solution. My past experience with high-security systems and real-time applications positions me as the ideal candidate to bring your project to life with efficiency and reliability. I am eager to discuss the roadmap for this project further and collaborate on achieving your goals within the specified budget and timeline. Please feel free to reach out to me to schedule a call or meeting to delve into the details of this exciting endeavor.
$20 USD in 15 days
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I HAVE BUILT REAL-TIME CHAT APPLICATIONS WITH INSTAGRAM-LIKE UX—FEATURING LOW-LATENCY MESSAGING, MEDIA SHARING, AND SCALABLE BACKENDS. I can deliver a standalone DM app that closely mirrors Instagram’s messaging experience while ensuring smooth performance, real-time sync, and a familiar UI. **Proposed Tech Stack:** • Flutter (fast, consistent UI across iOS & Android) • Backend: Firebase / Supabase (Realtime DB, auth, storage) • Push Notifications: Firebase Cloud Messaging • Media: Optimized upload + CDN delivery **Core Features:** • Authentication (email, phone, social OAuth) • 1:1 and group chats with real-time sync • Media sharing (images, videos, voice notes, GIFs) • Message interactions (swipe-to-reply, double-tap reactions) • Read receipts, typing indicators, delivery status • Push notifications with privacy controls • Basic user profiles (avatar, username, status) **Security:** • Encrypted data transfer (HTTPS/WebSocket) • Optional end-to-end encryption layer (if required) **Admin Panel:** • View active users, chats, and basic analytics **User Roles:** • Users: Chat, share media, manage conversations • Admin: Monitor platform activity **Deliverables:** • Full source code (clean, modular, documented) • Android APK + iOS TestFlight build • Backend setup & deployment guide • Fully tested real-time messaging system Ready to start and build a high-quality DM experience.
$15 USD in 40 days
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Hello, The key to a successful Instagram DM clone is the "snap", that tactile responsiveness of a double-tap heart or swipe-to-reply with zero latency. I can deliver a pixel-perfect standalone client that feels like a native extension of the Instagram ecosystem. I propose Flutter with Supabase. Flutter allows for the high-fidelity UI customization needed to mirror IG's easing curves, while Supabase provides a robust real-time engine for complex group threads. I’ll implement custom spring animations for gestures and optimized media compression to ensure lightning-fast uploads. Do you have a preferred provider for SMS verification, or should we use the native Supabase auth suite? Best, Niral
$15 USD in 40 days
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Hi, I've carefully read your project and I understand you need a real-time Instagram DM clone — one-on-one and group chat, media sharing, emoji reactions, swipe gestures, push notifications, and a clean Instagram-like UI — all on iOS and Android. I'd build this in Flutter with Firebase as the backend, giving you real-time sync, scalable auth (email/phone/OAuth), and Firestore for message persistence. My approach: - Flutter for a single, clean codebase on both iOS & Android - Firebase Auth for sign-up/login (email, phone, OAuth) - Firestore + Firebase Storage for real-time messages and media - Push notifications via FCM - End-to-end encrypted message transport (best practices) - Admin dashboard to monitor users and active chats - Delivered via Git repo with setup guide for self-deployment A couple of quick questions: 1. Do you have design mockups, or should the UI closely mirror Instagram's current DM interface? 2. Should voice notes and GIF support be included in the MVP? Available to start immediately. Happy to share similar chat app examples. Best regards, Hardik
$20 USD in 40 days
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With a depth of experience that spans 18 years, CnELIndia is no stranger to complex and demanding projects. I’ve personally overseen the development of various communication and social media mobile applications with React Native and Flutter approaches. This has equipped me and my team with a reservoir of knowledge and expertise that align perfectly with your project's needs. We understand the intricacies, subtleties, and delightful features in real-time messaging apps like Instagram DMs, and we're confident we can produce your desired outcome. As part of our commitment to transparency, our work is characterized by clear modular structures and in-line comments throughout the source code. We believe this is integral to smooth maintenance now as well as in the future when you’re ready for subsequent updates. In terms of timely delivery, I can assure you that is one of our key strengths—as echoed in past client feedback. Our organized workflow allows us to navigate meticulously through each checkpoint while maintaining impeccable focus on your core expectations. I'm looking forward to utilizing my skills in Android, Flutter, iPhone, Mobile App Development, and most importantly React Native to create an app that revolutionizes one-on-one chats while ensuring security through secure data handling techniques. It would be an honor to bring your Instagram Direct Messaging Clone App vision into reality!
$20 USD in 40 days
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Hello There!!! ★★★★ ( Real-time DM app with Instagram-like UX, fast sync & scalable backend ) ★★★★ I understand you need a standalone messaging app replicating Instagram DM experience with real-time chat, media sharing, reactions, and smooth familiar UI without extra features. ⚜ Real-time chat (1:1 & group) ⚜ Media, voice notes & emoji reactions ⚜ Swipe reply & message status system ⚜ Secure auth (email/phone/social) ⚜ Push notifications & sync handling ⚜ Scalable backend (Firebase/Supabase) ⚜ Admin panel & deployment setup I have experince building chat-based apps with realtime sync, push notifications and smooth UI flows. I focus on performance and user-friendly interactions. My approach is to use React Native + Firebase/Supabase, implement WebSocket/realtime sync, and ensure lag-free messaging with clean modular code. Let’s connect and start building this fast. Warm Regards, Farhin B.
$15 USD in 40 days
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Hi, I can build your DM app using Flutter + Firebase (Firestore + FCM) for fast, real-time messaging. I’ll implement 1:1 chat, group threads, media sharing, reactions, and swipe gestures matching Instagram UX. Optimized for low latency, smooth UI, and scalable backend. Push notifications and secure data handling included. Admin dashboard for user/chat monitoring provided. I’ve built chat apps before—happy to share demos. Ready to start immediately.
$20 USD in 40 days
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I am an experienced mobile app developer specializing in creating seamless communication platforms. With a background in React Native and Firebase, I have successfully built several real-time messaging and social applications. My recent projects include a messaging app leveraging end-to-end encryption and a media-rich social platform, both emphasizing real-time performance and user-friendly interfaces. For the Instagram Direct Messaging Clone App, my expertise aligns perfectly with your requirements. I can deliver a robust mobile app using React Native to ensure cross-platform consistency, coupled with Firebase for scalable real-time synchronization. My experience with UI/UX design will help mirror Instagram’s familiar chat interface, enhancing user engagement without a steep learning curve. I prioritize secure data handling, incorporating best practices in encryption to protect user privacy. I am keen to discuss the project in detail, including timeline and milestones. Could we set up a time to chat further? I am confident we can deliver an app that exceeds expectations.
$20 USD in 40 days
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Hi there, We’ve developed several chat apps, including a social media platform with features like real-time messaging, group chats, and media sharing. We also built a dedicated web app for managing conversations, which included advanced features like AI-generated summaries and sentiment analysis. For your project, we can use either React Native or Flutter, depending on which framework is better suited for your specific requirements. Both options will deliver a fully optimized, high-performance product. We’re committed to delivering a solution that exceeds your expectations. Let’s schedule a 10-minute introductory call to discuss your project in more detail and ensure I fully understand your vision. I’m ready to start immediately and can dedicate 20 hours per week to your project. Best, Adil
$20.39 USD in 40 days
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Hello! As per your project post, you’re looking to build an Instagram Direct Messaging App that replicates Instagram’s Direct Messaging experience with real time chat, media sharing, and familiar interaction patterns. The system will focus purely on messaging features with a clean, intuitive UI that feels instantly recognizable to users. The goal is to deliver a fast, scalable, and secure chat platform with seamless real time communication. My focus will be on delivering a complete messaging app solution, featuring: real time chat with text media voice and emoji support, one to one and group chat functionality, swipe to reply and reaction based interactions, push notifications with privacy controls, user authentication via email phone or social login, and a scalable backend for real time syncing and secure data handling. I specialize in full stack development with strong experience in building real time applications, chat systems, and scalable backend architectures using modern frameworks like React Native Flutter and Firebase. My focus is on delivering high performance, responsive, and user friendly applications with secure communication and smooth user experience. Let’s connect to review your design expectations, feature priorities, and define a clear MVP roadmap and execution plan. Best regards, Nikita Gupta.
$15 USD in 40 days
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✋ Hi There!!! ✋ The Goal of the project:- Build a real time mobile messaging app that replicates Instagram DM experience with smooth performance and familiar UI. I carefully read your requirements and understand you need a standalone messaging app with real time sync, media sharing, group chats, reactions, and a UI closely matching Instagram so users can use it instantly without learning. I am the right fit because I have strong experience building scalable real time chat systems with clean UI and stable backend performance. • Real time messaging with media, reactions, group chat, and push notifications • Secure authentication with email, phone, and OAuth plus encrypted data handling • Admin panel, structured backend, and cross platform builds for iOS and Android I also provide UI design, database management, testing, and full source code delivery with setup guide. With 9+ years experience as a full stack developer, I have built chat and social apps using Firebase and React Native with high performance messaging systems. Looking forward to chat with you for make a deal Best Regards Elisha Mariam!
$15 USD in 40 days
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Hi, I understand you’re aiming to build a standalone mobile app that closely replicates Instagram’s Direct Messaging experience—real-time one-on-one and group chats, media sharing, swipe gestures, reactions, and a familiar UI—while ensuring fast performance, secure messaging, and seamless cross-platform support. I can deliver this using Flutter or React Native with a scalable backend like Firebase or a Node.js + WebSocket architecture, implementing real-time sync, push notifications, media handling, and clean modular code, along with a lightweight admin dashboard and full deployment guide; I’ve worked on chat-based and real-time systems before and can ensure smooth UX, low latency, and reliability across both iOS and Android. Looking forward for your positive response in the chatbox. Best Regards, Arbaz N
$20 USD in 40 days
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Hi, there! I’m a senior React Native developer with strong experience building real-time chat and social apps, and I can replicate Instagram’s DM experience with high accuracy and performance. I’ll build a smooth, familiar UI with features like real-time messaging, media sharing, reactions, group chats, and push notifications, powered by a scalable backend (Firebase or similar) to ensure instant sync and reliability. I focus on clean architecture, secure data handling, and fast, responsive interactions, delivering production-ready builds for both iOS and Android along with well-documented source code and an easy deployment setup. Looking forward for your positive response in the chatbox. Best Regards, Hassan T
$20 USD in 40 days
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HELLO, **INSTAGRAM DIRECT MESSAGING CLONE APP** I checked your requirement clearly and understand you need a real-time Instagram Direct Messaging clone app with fast chat, media sharing, group chats, reactions, and a scalable backend with near-instant sync on iOS and Android. With 8+ years experience in real-time chat systems, Flutter/React Native, Firebase/Supabase, socket-based messaging, and scalable backend design, I build high-performance social communication apps with low-latency messaging. ➤ KEY FEATURES ✔ One-to-one and group real-time messaging ✔ Media sharing, emojis, GIFs, voice notes ✔ Read receipts, swipe-to-reply, tap-to-like ✔ Push notifications with privacy controls ✔ Clean Instagram-style UI without feed or stories ✔ Secure authentication and encrypted data handling ✔ Admin panel for user and chat monitoring ➤Tech Stack (at the end) Flutter / React Native, Firebase / Supabase / Node.js, WebSockets, AWS S3 (media), FCM/APNs LET’S DISCUSS YOUR PROJECT IN DETAIL — LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR RESPONSE. THANKS
$15 USD in 40 days
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Hello There, I hope you are doing well! I am a Senior Mobile App Developer, and this is exactly the kind of app I enjoy building, real-time messaging with a polished, familiar UX. I’d go with React Native + Firebase (or Supabase) to ensure fast sync, scalability, and smooth performance across iOS & Android. I can help you deliver: => 1:1 & group chat with real-time sync => Media sharing (images, video, voice), emoji reactions, swipe gestures => Push notifications + message status (read/delivered) => Clean UI that closely matches Instagram DM experience => Secure data handling (best-practice encryption) => Simple admin/dashboard for activity monitoring I’ve worked on apps with real-time updates, chat-like systems, and API-heavy integrations, so I understand how to keep messaging fast and reliable at scale. Can start immediately and build this in structured milestones. Thanks & Regards!
$20 USD in 40 days
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Greetings, Experience: 13+ years in mobile app development and AI-integrated systems Skills: Flutter, React Native, Android, iOS, Node.js, Firebase, AI/Agentic AI integration, UI/UX Solution: Cross-platform “Claude Cowork” app with messaging + AI assistant Deliverables: Secure login, real-time chat, AI agent integration, clean UI, scalable backend, APK + TestFlight builds, full source code Focus: Smooth UX, secure auth, scalable architecture, AI workflow automation Why hire me: Proven expertise in real-time apps + AI systems with production-ready delivery Let’s collaborate: Ready to build a smart, scalable AI coworking mobile platform
$25 USD in 40 days
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As a seasoned app developer with a strong focus on Dart and Flutter programming, I'm confident that I have the necessary skills and experience to meticulously execute your Instagram Direct Messaging Clone app. My expertise extends to building scalable and high-performance real-time applications, which aligns perfectly with your core expectations. Swiftly handling sign-up, login, messaging, attaching media and emoji reactions are all areas in which I excel. Throughout my career, I've constructed numerous applications with corresponding backend infrastructure. This has effectively prepared me in selecting the right tech stack for an app like yours to guarantee uninterrupted real-time messaging through secure data handling measures such as end-to-end encryption or best-practice transport encryption. Detail-oriented work is one of my strengths and one you need met precisely; therefore, rest assured that I will deliver clean code plus a clear and usable administrative panel for managing users and chats. Lastly, I appreciate the opportunity to engage in fast feedback loops along with ensuring complete transparency. As an entrepreneur myself, I fully understand the value of time-to-market and our aforementioned collaboration holds that as paramount importance in this project. Partner with me so we can actionably materialize your vision turning Instagram Direct Messaging experience into your standalone application tab to chat without distractions
$20 USD in 40 days
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I can design and build a mobile app that closely mirrors Instagram’s Direct Messaging experience, focusing on smooth real-time chat, clean UI, and intuitive interactions. This includes one-on-one messaging, message status indicators, typing indicators, and media sharing that feels familiar to your users. I’ve worked on chat-heavy applications using real-time technologies (such as WebSockets and Firebase) and modern mobile stacks, delivering fast, responsive messaging with reliable push notifications and secure data handling. My focus is always on performance and a polished user experience. My approach would be to first clarify the core feature set, then define the architecture, choose the right backend for real-time messaging, and produce a UI that closely follows Instagram DM patterns while remaining legally and technically sound. I would love to chat more about your project! Regards
$20 USD in 7 days
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HELLO, I have 8+ years of experience building real-time chat and social apps, and I’ve delivered similar messaging systems with smooth performance and scalable backends. My approach is to design a responsive, modular architecture—starting with a clean UI that closely mirrors Instagram DM behavior (swipe gestures, reactions, read receipts), then integrating a real-time backend using Firebase or Supabase for instant sync, media handling, and push notifications. I will build the app using Flutter or React Native for a single codebase across iOS and Android, ensuring fast performance and consistent UI. Core features like one-on-one chat, group messaging, media sharing, and notifications will be optimized for low latency and reliability. I’ll also implement secure data handling (HTTPS + token-based auth, with optional end-to-end encryption layer) and a simple admin panel to monitor activity. The final delivery will include clean, well-documented source code, ready-to-install builds, and a clear setup guide so you can manage and scale the system easily. I’m confident I can deliver a polished, responsive messaging app that feels instantly familiar to users. Thanks
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