# Encircle

> Field Documentation Tool

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.encircle`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Encircle Inc.
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 132,688
- **Rating:** 3.95 / 5 (722 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.48.0.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-15
- **First published:** 2013-03-02
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 485 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.encircle)
- **Website:** [https://getencircle.com](https://getencircle.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.getencircle.com/privacy](https://www.getencircle.com/privacy)

## Description

Encircle is the all-in-one field documentation app built for restoration professionals. Capture unlimited photos, videos and 360° images with time/date, user and GPS metadata; scan properties for fast floor plans; and log moisture, equipment and psychrometric readings to create moisture maps. Turn field data into polished, interactive reports that tell the full story of the loss and speed claims and approvals.

Encircle also streamlines contents inventory, custom digital forms, remote signatures, and real-time communication with adjusters, subs and homeowners. Integrated payment features (Stripe/Tap to Pay) let you collect deposits and deductibles on-site. Designed to reduce paperwork, eliminate delays, and get you paid faster, Encircle keeps teams connected and jobs organized from first contact to final invoice.

## Rankings

- #194,422 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.HIDE_OVERLAY_WINDOWS`
- `android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.encircle.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Encircle is praised for its powerful, intuitive platform for restoration documentation and strong field/mobile usability. A few users noted it’s a solid free option. However, a large pattern across reviews shows reliability problems (crashes, freezes, occasional data loss), and the discontinuation/removal of core features like home inventory contents documentation. Users cite slow or poor customer support and confusing updates that degrade usability. Some feel the product has been abandoned or unsupported. Overall, while the tool can be extremely valuable when it works, persistent stability, feature access, and support issues dominate user sentiment.

### Pros

- Powerful and intuitive platform for documentation and reporting.
- Strong field usability; the mobile app works well in the field and in the office.
- Great free app with usable features.
- Positive experiences and value-added features when it works.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and instability; app freezes or won’t open, risking data loss.
- Removal/discontinuation of home inventory/contents documentation; core features no longer supported.
- Poor customer support and slow responses; 24/7 availability and responsiveness are lacking.
- Updates have confused users and degraded usability (messy menus, non-intuitive changes).
- Perceived product abandonment; ongoing support issues and lack of updates.

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