# BubbleUPnP UPnP/DLNA License

> Stream all your media to various devices in your house. Unlocker app.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bubblesoft.android.bubbleupnp.unlocker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bubblesoft.android.bubbleupnp.unlocker)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bubblesoft.android.bubbleupnp.unlocker`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Bubblesoft
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 575,417
- **Rating:** 4.14 / 5 (10,602 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.11
- **Last updated:** 2025-08-25
- **First published:** 2011-10-06
- **Publisher country:** FR
- **Size:** 528 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bubblesoft.android.bubbleupnp.unlocker)
- **Website:** [http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1118891](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1118891)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://bubblesoftapps.com/bubbleupnp/privacy\_policy\_license.html](https://bubblesoftapps.com/bubbleupnp/privacy_policy_license.html)

## Description

BubbleUPnP UPnP/DLNA License app serves as an unlocker for the popular BubbleUPnP media streaming app, removing ads and limitations of the free version. After installing this license, users can seamlessly stream their music, videos, and photos to a variety of devices such as Chromecast, Chromecast Audio, Nexus Player, Nvidia Shield, DLNA TVs, Smart TVs, Xbox, PlayStation, Amazon Fire TV, and more.

The license enables extensive features including support for numerous media sources like UPnP/DLNA media servers, cloud storage providers (Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box), and music services like TIDAL and Qobuz. BubbleUPnP also provides advanced capabilities like smart transcoding for Chromecast, subtitle customization, playback queue management, playlists, scrobbling, sleep timer, and the option to download media locally. Additional functionalities include DLNA renderer and server roles to facilitate media sharing across devices, plus customizable dark and light themes. This license app itself cannot be launched and works by automatically being recognized by the BubbleUPnP app upon installation.

## Rankings

- #92,835 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`

## Review summary

BubbleUPnP is a powerful and highly customizable UPnP/DLNA streaming app favored for its reliability, extensive device compatibility, and integration of local and streaming media. Users appreciate developer support and flexibility. However, several reviews highlight significant issues with gapless playback causing long gaps between songs, occasional playback stoppages and casting problems. The app targets advanced users comfortable with networking, and some find its navigation and settings challenging. Despite minor bugs and some battery optimization prompts, it remains a preferred choice over alternatives for many audiophiles and home media setups.

### Pros

- Highly versatile and powerful streaming app supporting many devices and services like Tidal, Jellyfin, and Google Drive.
- Reliable and stable connection especially with music streaming over WiFi to various home systems.
- Feature-rich with extensive customization options for media sharing, queue management, and playback.
- Good developer support and continuous improvements appreciated by users.
- Supports seamless integration of local media files with streaming music services for a unified experience.

### Cons

- Lack of proper gapless playback causing long or noticeable gaps between tracks, problematic for classical music listeners.
- Some users experience playback issues such as music stopping unexpectedly, songs not continuing through a folder, or difficulty skipping tracks.
- A somewhat steep learning curve and less intuitive navigation for less tech-savvy users.
- Occasional bugs requiring reinstall or troubleshooting, including playback stuttering or casting failures, particularly with Chromecast.
- Battery optimization prompts persist and cause inconvenience for some users, and battery usage reported despite claims otherwise.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bubblesoft.android.bubbleupnp.unlocker)