10 Years of Yolla: Inspiring Stories of Connection
For 10 years, Yolla has been more than just an app — it’s been a lifeline, a helping hand, and a bridge across distances. From everyday conversations to moments of crisis, Yolla has been there to make sure voices are heard, families stay close, and love keeps flowing no matter the distance. These stories from our users show what 10 years of Yolla truly means: connection that lasts, whatever the weather.
Zulu: “This app single-handedly saved my trip.”
I was abroad in Cambodia when my bank froze all my accounts after I bought bus tickets and an e-visa to cross into Vietnam. Even though I had told them my travel plans and still had online banking, everything was blocked. My family couldn’t help, and I had lost my old SIM card. Yolla saved my trip, my journey, and even my ability to eat. Call quality from Cambodia to Canada is decent.
George: “Fantastically easy to use — it’s made my life so much easier!”
Yolla is simple from the start: I just made an account, selected my country, and added my number. I regularly call places with unstable internet, and before Yolla I thought I’d be stuck paying ridiculously high international rates. Instead, my credit lasts much longer than expected and the call quality is reliable. I can even use up to six numbers on one account — for example, my home number to call home and foreign numbers to call abroad. Add in the bonuses they give out, and it’s easily the cheapest, most useful calling app I’ve tried.
Erika: “I can talk to my friends abroad more often and save money.”
My foreign friends told me about Yolla. Back when I could travel freely, I visited many countries and made friends everywhere. But calling them with my operator was too expensive, and sometimes letters or messages took weeks. Yolla was made for affordable international calls. I use my home Wi-Fi, the call quality is good, and I don’t pay extra to my operator. Now I can speak with my friends often, save money, and look forward to future travels.
John: “I don’t worry about tariffs or operators anymore.”
I installed Yolla for several reasons. I often visit different countries, and each one has its own tariffs. I also have relatives and friends abroad, and when I return home, I want to stay in touch with them. I see no reason to overpay operators or stress about which tariff to use in each country. With Yolla everything is much easier — I just need internet (the person I’m calling doesn’t), and I can call for pleasure.
Tee: “This app saved my life!”
I was traveling in Europe with a data-only eSIM and needed to call Qantas Australia to change my flight. They didn’t have live chat, and data roaming was going to cost too much. I downloaded Yolla as a last resort, topped up just $4, and made the call. Even though Qantas kept me on hold for a long time, the reception was really good. In the end, I spoke for 75 minutes and still had credit left over. Highly recommend!
Chris: “So I don’t write reviews…”
I once bought a calling card that ate up all my money in 8 minutes when it was supposed to last 90. After that, I tried Yolla — and they’ve been honest from the start. My partner lives in the Philippines, and even when a typhoon knocked out their signal, Yolla worked as promised. I’ve spent about $16 so far, and if it says $0.14 per minute, that’s exactly what it charges. The quality is clear, and I highly recommend this app.
Viktor: “I’m so glad I found Yolla.”
Because of the pandemic I couldn’t see my family and friends — my friends are in Poland, and my relatives are in Ukraine. Yolla made it possible to stay in touch. The app is light, doesn’t take up memory, and the interface is simple and clear. The design is easy on the eyes, and the prices are much cheaper than calling through my operator.
Jess: “Yolla just makes life easier — and keeps me connected when it matters most.”
I’ve tried calling cards, other apps, even Skype — but nothing comes close to Yolla. The calls are always clear, even when I’m reaching places with unstable connections. It’s simple to install, easy to top up, and the rates are so affordable I never stress about the bill. I love that my real number shows up, so people can call me back if the line drops. Whether I’m traveling and need to call my bank, or just checking in with family abroad, Yolla has saved me time, money, and worry more than once. It’s the one app I know I can rely on, wherever I am.
Always With You
As we celebrate Yolla’s 10th birthday, we celebrate you — the people who make every call, share every laugh, and lean on Yolla when it matters most. Over the past decade, we’ve seen how powerful a simple call can be: saving trips, easing worries, and bringing joy across borders. Here’s to the next 10 years of keeping the world connected, making life easier, and ensuring love always finds its voice.
