# RunYourPool

> Organize contests and play your friends

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.betterpool.runyourpool](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.betterpool.runyourpool)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.betterpool.runyourpool`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** RunYourPool
- **Category:** SPORTS
- **Downloads:** 87,103
- **Rating:** 4.78 / 5 (3,429 ratings)
- **Version:** v1.3.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-07
- **First published:** 2023-03-06
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-05-08
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.betterpool.runyourpool)
- **Website:** [https://www.runyourpool.com](https://www.runyourpool.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.runyourpool.com/privacy.cfm](https://www.runyourpool.com/privacy.cfm)

## Description

**RunYourPool** is the premier sports pool and bracket-making app available globally. Designed for tournament makers, commissioners, and sports fans alike, it offers an engaging platform to organize contests or join public brackets for free. Supporting 11 popular sports—including NBA, NCAA, MLB, NFL, and more—along with unique events like the Academy Awards and Olympics, RunYourPool caters to all interests and competitive spirits.

Customize your pools with various scoring methods, invite friends, and enjoy live scoring updates in real-time. Whether you're managing an office football pool, crafting NCAA basketball brackets, or diving into the 2024 MLB season, RunYourPool delivers a seamless experience. The app's user-friendly interface, vast game options, and strong community make it the ultimate choice for sports entertainment and bracket competitions.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.betterpool.runyourpool.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app's ease of use, time-saving features, and effective pool management capabilities. However, multiple reviewers report issues with frequent update prompts, inability to access message boards via the app, failure to save user preferences, unexpected per-entry fees without clear prior disclosure, and loss of features or difficulty navigating the new app versions.

### Pros

- Easy to use for managing pools and making picks.
- Saves time by automating pick collection and score calculation.
- Provides helpful reminders that assist in managing pools.
- Has been reliable and effective for longtime users.
- Good for running friendly pick pools for family and friends.

### Cons

- App frequently prompts users to download a new app even after updating, causing annoyance.
- Cannot access the message board feature from within the app; only available on desktop.
- User preferences like preferred pick display style (drag and drop) do not save, requiring repetitive setup.
- Unexpected and non-transparent fees charged per entry without prior notice, causing user frustration.
- New app versions removed or hid features such as the ability to view standings easily and settings (e.g., dark mode).

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