# Starmate - Make Friends

> Starmate is a social live streaming and voice chat platform.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.care.starmate](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.care.starmate)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.care.starmate`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Nova Talk Team
- **Category:** SOCIAL
- **Downloads:** 2,737,425
- **Rating:** 4.08 / 5 (3,715 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.6
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-13
- **First published:** 2024-08-01
- **Size:** 116 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-07-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.care.starmate)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/starmateprivacy](https://sites.google.com/view/starmateprivacy)

## Description

Starmate is a dynamic social live streaming and voice chat platform designed to connect users worldwide. It empowers creators such as singers, dancers, and comedians to showcase their talents through live streams, while allowing audiences to engage via interactive chats and video broadcasts. Users can cultivate their fan communities and explore content they love in real time.

The platform also features a unique virtual gifting system, enabling viewers to support and gain recognition from their favorite influencers and streamers. With options to host live events, invite friends to join streams, and connect with top creators globally, Starmate fosters vibrant, meaningful interactions in an engaging, free online space where creativity and community thrive.

## 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.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.care.starmate.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.oplus.ocs.permission.third`

## Review summary

Users find the hosts attractive and the app enjoyable for making friends, but many report serious issues such as non-functional video calls, unexpected payment requirements, and fraudulent behavior including blocking after payment. Additionally, the app sometimes installs without permission, leading to distrust among users.

### Pros

- Hosts are nice and beautiful
- Allows passing free time and making special friends
- Some users find the application wonderful with positive attitudes
- Claims to offer free chatting/talking features

### Cons

- Video call feature not working consistently or at all
- App described as fake or fraudulent by multiple users
- In-app payments required despite claims of free usage
- Users report being blocked after recharging or paying
- App sometimes installs itself without user consent

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