Ghostery 1.2

Package Name
com.ghostery.android.ghostery

Version
1.2

Developer
Ghostery

Release Date
April 14, 2015

Required Permissions

File Size

Minimum Android™ Version

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Ghostery Android is an all-in-one security and privacy app that helps you protect your smartphone or tablet from online threats. It works by detecting trackers, ads, and other unwanted content on websites so that you can browse the internet with greater peace of mind.

Using Ghostery Android, you can block or allow specific trackers and see which services are tracking you online. This way, you will have greater control over what information is collected about you as well as a better understanding of how companies use your personal data.

The app also comes with other useful features such as real-time protection against malicious websites and phishing attempts, ad blocking capabilities to avoid intrusive advertisements, and HTTPS encryption for secure browsing sessions.

Whether you’re concerned about your privacy or just want to stay safe while browsing the web, Ghostery Android has all the tools necessary to make sure your data remains secure. Download it now on appchive.net for free!

Required Permissions

ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION

Access precise location only in the foreground Ghostery can get your exact location only when it is in the foreground. These location services must be turned on and available on your phone for Ghostery to be able to use them. This may increase battery consumption.

READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

Read the contents of your shared storage Allows Ghostery to read the contents of your shared storage.

WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

Modify or delete the contents of your shared storage Allows Ghostery to write the contents of your shared storage.

com.android.browser.permission.READ_HISTORY_BOOKMARKS

Read your Web bookmarks and history Allows Ghostery to read the history of all URLs that the Browser has visited, and all of the Browser's bookmarks. Note: this permission may not be enforced by third-party browsers or other applications with web browsing capabilities.

com.android.browser.permission.WRITE_HISTORY_BOOKMARKS

Write web bookmarks and history Allows Ghostery to modify the Browser's history or bookmarks stored on your tablet. This may allow Ghostery to erase or modify Browser data. Note: this permission may note be enforced by third-party browsers or other applications with web browsing capabilities.

INTERNET

Have full network access Allows Ghostery to create network sockets and use custom network protocols. The browser and other applications provide means to send data to the internet, so this permission is not required to send data to the internet.

com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT

Install shortcuts Allows Ghostery to add Homescreen shortcuts without user intervention.