# CatchACharacter

> Magically insert Santa, Tooth Fairy or Easter Bunny into any photo.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.catchacharacter.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** CatchACharacter, LLC
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 349,266
- **Rating:** 1.00 / 5 (2,309 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.2.5
- **Last updated:** 2022-12-15
- **First published:** 2016-12-10
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 24 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.catchacharacter.android)
- **Website:** [http://catchacharacter.com](http://catchacharacter.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://catchacharacter.com/privacy.html](https://catchacharacter.com/privacy.html)

## Description

CatchACharacter lets you magically add Santa, the Tooth Fairy, or the Easter Bunny to any photo. Perfect for creating delightful surprises for children, this Chrome extension allows you to generate magical images showing these beloved characters right in your own home. Share your creations on social media or send personalized letters featuring your child's name from Santa or the Tooth Fairy.

Celebrate diversity with characters available in white, black, and Hispanic versions. The free version includes 3 popular stickers, while upgrading unlocks 60 unique character pictures including Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer. Bring joy and wonder to your kids with CatchACharacter!

## Rankings

- #120,542 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.catchacharacter.android.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `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`

## Review summary

Most reviews report the app is non-functional: it won't open, freezes, or crashes. Payments to unlock characters or unlock features do not activate, and interface elements do nothing, preventing photo creation or gallery access. Many users label CatchACharacter a scam and seek refunds, indicating reliability and pricing concerns.

### Cons

- App does not work: fails to open, freezes, or crashes according to multiple reviews.
- Purchases/unlocks do not activate: paid for features (characters, stickers, subscription) but nothing unlocks or responds.
- User interface unresponsive: buttons do nothing and cannot create or view photos or access gallery.
- Perceived scam/fraud: reviews frequently label the app a scam and request refunds after payment.
- Crashes after purchase and general reliability issues: repeated failures and inability to use advertised features.

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