# AirTask

> AirTask is a Tasker plugin to send/receive information over the network.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.balda.airtask](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.balda.airtask)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.balda.airtask`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Marco Stornelli
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 12,619
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (74 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.1.3
- **Last updated:** 2023-11-11
- **First published:** 2015-12-22
- **Size:** 1.26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-10-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.balda.airtask)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://baldapps.altervista.org](http://baldapps.altervista.org/)

## Description

**AirTask** is a powerful Tasker plugin that enables seamless sending and receiving of messages and files between devices using WiFi or Bluetooth. Designed specifically for Tasker users, it leverages Google Cloud Messaging (GCM) for secure message transmission between devices logged into the same Google account, and uses Google Drive for file exchanges.

For communication with devices using different Google accounts, AirTask employs webhooks with API keys available through a subscription service. It supports local network communication with PCs over WiFi, offering flexibility for various use cases. Users should note potential limitations with power-saving modes affecting local network communication. Additional resources, including a desktop client and API documentation, are available on GitHub and the developer's site.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`

## Review summary

Users appreciate AirTask for enabling reliable, free, and character-limit-free messaging between multiple devices and desktop integration, along with responsive developer support. However, several users report reliability issues like Bluetooth messaging failures and message delivery stopping after some time, necessitating reconnection. The absence of error logs complicates troubleshooting. Privacy concerns arise due to the use of Google servers, and some users find the API usage instructions insufficient.

### Pros

- Allows communication between devices, including phone and tablet, even without being on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Completely free with no character limits on messages.
- Developer is responsive and fixes issues promptly.
- Works well for desktop texting and general device-to-device messaging.
- Enables integration with Tasker for automation.

### Cons

- Message sending over Bluetooth is unreliable or doesn't complete.
- App stops receiving messages after a couple of hours requiring resubscription to work again.
- No error logs available to diagnose issues.
- Concerns about privacy as the app uses Google servers for data transmission.
- Lack of clear documentation, such as for obtaining API keys and proper request formats.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.balda.airtask)