What is Samsung Global Goals App and How It Works

When I first came across the Samsung Global Goals app, I was curious but also a little skeptical.

Can a free app on my phone really help solve big issues like poverty or climate change? That’s why I decided to look into it more closely and share what I found here.

What is the Samsung Global Goals App?

The app is a project from Samsung in partnership with the United Nations. Its purpose is to support the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. These goals cover things like ending hunger, improving education, fighting climate change, and ensuring clean water.

If you have a Samsung Galaxy phone, the app usually comes pre-installed. It’s also available on the Google Play Store for other Android users. And yes, it’s free.

How Does the App Work?

There are a few ways the app tries to make an impact:

• Learn and explore: You’ll find articles, short videos, and updates on global challenges.
• Ad donations: If you watch ads, Samsung donates the revenue. They even match it, which doubles the effect.
• Direct donations: You can donate money directly using Samsung Pay or Google Pay, either once or regularly.
• Lock screen and wallpapers: If you enable this, ads or wallpapers on your phone generate revenue that goes to causes.

From my experience testing it, the ad-based donations are the easiest way to contribute without spending your own money.

What You Can Do Inside the App?

Once you open the app, there are a few main sections:

• Goals tab: Learn about all 17 goals in detail.
• Updates feed: New stories, podcasts, and small actions you can take.
• Leaderboard: See how your contributions compare to other users.
• Donation history: Track what you’ve done and how much impact you’ve made.

I like that it doesn’t just ask for money, it also teaches you why these issues matter.

Tips to Get the Most Out of It

If you plan to use the app, a few things help:

• Turn on charging-screen ads so donations happen passively.
• Choose one cause that matters most to you, so your efforts feel focused.
• Open the app daily for small actions. Even if they look minor, they build up over time.

When I tried it, I set mine to support clean water projects. It felt better to focus on one area rather than spreading things thin.

Who Should Use It?

If you already own a Samsung phone and want a simple way to support good causes, this app makes sense. It’s not going to replace larger donations or volunteering, but it’s a small step anyone can take.

I’m writing this because I know many people don’t even notice the app sitting on their phones. I didn’t at first. But after trying it, I realized it’s a low-effort way to contribute to something bigger.

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