ChinApps
Didi
滴滴出行
China's ride-hailing app
Partial English Foreign cards limited No Chinese number needed
About
The default way to get a car. Covers licensed taxis, budget express cars and premium rides in every major city, with in-app payment so you never negotiate a fare.
Before you go
- The app needs a phone number to receive a login code; a home number works.
- Link Alipay or WeChat Pay as the payment method — adding a foreign card directly often fails.
Tips
- Set the pickup point by dragging the pin; drivers rarely speak English and won't call to find you.
- Save your hotel's Chinese address as a favourite on day one.
Try Alipay instead
Didi runs as a mini program inside Alipay in English, with no separate download.
Get it
ChinApps is not affiliated with Didi or its developer. These links go to the public store listing or the developer's own site.
Where this comes up
- Getting Around — metro, taxis, and the trains worth planning ahead for