# Cartera electrònica

> Mobile functionality for traveling on public transport in Barcelona

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/cat.atm.cartera](https://chrome-stats.com/d/cat.atm.cartera)

## Overview

- **ID:** `cat.atm.cartera`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Autoritat del Transport Metropolità de Barcelona
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 968,480
- **Rating:** 2.25 / 5 (1,261 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.9.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-08
- **First published:** 2021-06-20
- **Publisher country:** ES
- **Size:** 7.98 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cat.atm.cartera)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://t-mobilitat.atm.cat/web/t-mobilitat/proteccio-de-dades](https://t-mobilitat.atm.cat/web/t-mobilitat/proteccio-de-dades)

## Description

Cartera electrònica is a mobile Chrome extension designed specifically for travelers using public transport in Barcelona. It leverages NFC technology to provide seamless and efficient access to transport services, ensuring a smooth travel experience on the go. 

To use this extension, your device must support NFC and run Android 6.0 or later. With Cartera electrònica, managing your trips, tickets, and travel information becomes effortless, enhancing convenience during your daily commute or city exploration in Barcelona.

## Rankings

- #69,571 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

Users find 'Cartera electrònica' complicated to register and unreliable, with frequent errors and poor integration with TMB's main app. Many mention the app requires additional payments and multiple apps, causing frustration. However, some users highlight that once functioning, it conveniently replaces physical cards and works well for ticket purchase and validation. There's a strong demand for better integration with native wallet apps and improved user experience.

### Pros

- Successful purchase and recharge of travel tickets.
- App functionality works well for some users after initial setup delay.
- Integration with TMB app allows mobile ticket validation.
- Once operational, app provides convenience replacing physical travel cards.

### Cons

- Complicated and lengthy registration and setup process involving multiple apps.
- App often displays errors, fails to load, or becomes unusable, especially after updates.
- Requires payment to use app features, considered unfair or a 'ripoff' by users.
- Lack of integration with Google/Apple Wallet and physical cards, causing confusion and extra costs.
- Poor support and coordination between this app and the main TMB app, complicating issue resolution.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/cat.atm.cartera)