# Transparent clock and weather

> Live weather tracking app,widgets,daily forecasts.Rain,storm radar & temperature

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.droid27.transparentclockweather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.droid27.transparentclockweather)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.droid27.transparentclockweather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** MACHAPP Software Ltd
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 68,169,531
- **Rating:** 4.21 / 5 (981,448 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.12.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-04
- **First published:** 2012-08-23
- **Publisher country:** CY
- **Size:** 83 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.droid27.transparentclockweather)
- **Website:** [https://www.machapp.net](https://www.machapp.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.machapp.net/privacy.html](https://www.machapp.net/privacy.html)

## Description

Transparent Clock & Weather delivers live weather updates, interactive radar, storm alerts, hourly forecasts, and a clean clock widget all in one free extension. It pulls trusted mete data to keep you informed anywhere in the world, with a beautiful, private design.

Key features include sunrise/sunset times, air quality (AQI), UV index, wind speed, and lightweight performance with no trackers. Customize time-weather widgets to see clock and forecasts at a glance, helping you plan outdoor activities with confidence.

## Rankings

- #2,247 — Overall
- #19 — Weather (Gross)
- #80 — Weather (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.droid27.transparentclockweather.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`
- `com.google.android.permission.PROVIDE_BACKGROUND`

## Review summary

Users like the app for its convenience and detailed weather data, with configurable widget options. However, multiple reviews complain about pervasive ads, occasional weather inaccuracies, limited customization (especially resizing), and device-specific performance problems like slow load times. Overall, useful functionality is marred for many by ad irritations and reliability concerns.

### Pros

- Very convenient for daily/work planning; easy to use.
- Accurate and reliable data when it’s working.
- Detailed, comprehensive weather information.
- Configurable widget elements and display options (e.g., status bar, wedges, clock).

### Cons

- Intrusive, spammy ads that disrupt the experience.
- Weather data is sometimes inaccurate or off from other forecasts.
- Limited widget customization with a small font and few resize options.
- Performance issues on some devices, including slow loading and occasional feature problems.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.droid27.transparentclockweather)