# GetAssist

> GetAssist connects people online for both business and personal purposes.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.mobi.getassist](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.mobi.getassist)

## Overview

- **ID:** `app.mobi.getassist`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Get Assist Inc.
- **Category:** SOCIAL
- **Downloads:** 12,769
- **Rating:** 3.10 / 5 (368 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.5
- **Last updated:** 2024-07-12
- **First published:** 2015-10-19
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 34 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.mobi.getassist)
- **Website:** [http://www.getassist.com](http://www.getassist.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.getassist.com/privacy-policy](https://www.getassist.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

GetAssist is a unique Chrome extension designed to help you connect online with purpose, blending social and business networking in one ad-free platform. It offers intuitive Social Communities where users can create or join groups based on interests or location — with private or public settings and advanced administrative controls. Features such as "What’s New," "Bulletin Board," and "Discussions" pillars keep members engaged.

On the business side, GetAssist provides a trusted network enabling professionals and businesses to showcase portfolios, manage job listings, receive customer reviews, and connect with targeted service requests. Its private, filterable newsfeed — the GetAssist "Grapevine" — ensures meaningful interactions. With GetAssist, social media turns purposeful, helping you simplify your life and enrich your connections.

## Rankings

- #513,854 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `app.mobi.getassist.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

GetAssist has mixed reviews. Some users found it helpful for getting jobs and appreciated supportive customer service. However, many others complained of receiving few or no leads despite paying significant fees, poor app usability, unresponsive customer support, and felt misled by aggressive sales and payment policies. A notable portion of reviews allege scam-like behavior and deceptive tactics. While it connects businesses within a community network, the app's efficacy and value remain controversial among users.

### Pros

- Some users received useful leads and jobs through the app, helping small businesses and contractors find clients.
- Customer service representatives were described as helpful, professional, and supportive in setting up accounts and optimizing profiles.
- The app connects businesses and users within a community-based network, facilitating requests for various services in one place.
- Certain users appreciated the variety of service offerings and ease of making service requests through the app.

### Cons

- Many users reported receiving few to no valid leads despite paying substantial fees, describing lead notifications as expired or fake.
- There were multiple complaints about the app's user interface being not user-friendly and having frequent technical issues (e.g., app not loading).
- Customers experienced poor or no response from customer service, especially around cancellation and refund requests.
- The business model included aggressive sales tactics, long-term contracts with no refunds, and additional fees for some leads, which users felt were not transparently communicated.
- Numerous users accused the app of being a scam, pointing to unrealistic promises and deceptive practices.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.mobi.getassist)