# black tower
> Find, start, and pay for EV charging with ease across South Africa.
Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blacktower.app](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blacktower.app)
## Overview
- **ID:** `com.blacktower.app`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** BLACK TOWER EVC (PTY) LTD
- **Category:** AUTO\_AND\_VEHICLES
- **Downloads:** 359
- **Version:** 1.0.14
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-27
- **First published:** 2026-02-23
- **Publisher country:** ZA
- **Size:** 169 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-27
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blacktower.app)
- **Website:** [https://blacktower.energy/](https://blacktower.energy/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://blacktower.energy/privacy-policy/](https://blacktower.energy/privacy-policy/)
## Description
Black Tower is a simple, reliable EV charging app designed for everyday electric vehicle drivers. Find chargers, start charging sessions, and pay seamlessly β all from one app.
Built for individual EV owners, Black Tower removes friction from public charging by giving you clear visibility, fast session starts, and secure payments wherever you charge.
What you can do with Black Tower
π Find nearby chargers
Discover available charging stations on an interactive map, with clear location details so you know exactly where to go.
β‘ Start and manage charging sessions
Scan a QR code or select a charger in the app to begin charging instantly. Track your session in real time and stop when youβre ready.
π³ Simple, secure payments
Pay easily using supported digital payment methods without re-entering details every time.
π Session history & usage tracking
View past charging sessions, energy usage, and costs all in one place.
π Built for public EV charging
Black Tower is designed specifically for individual drivers using public charging infrastructure β no fleet management, no unnecessary complexity.
Why Black Tower
β’ Clean, intuitive interface
β’ Fast and reliable charging flows
β’ Designed for real-world EV use
β’ Built with security and scalability in mind
Whether youβre charging on your daily commute or topping up on a longer journey, Black Tower gives you confidence, clarity, and control over your EV charging experience.
## Rankings
- #1,561,796 β Overall
## Permissions and access
### Permissions
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.blacktower.app.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `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`
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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blacktower.app)