# distrACT

> Easy, quick and discreet access to health information and advice on self-harm.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.expertselfcare.selfharm`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Expert Self Care Ltd
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 21,267
- **Version:** 2.3.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-13
- **First published:** 2017-10-29
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 40 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-25
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.expertselfcare.selfharm)
- **Website:** [http://www.expertselfcare.com](http://www.expertselfcare.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.expertselfcare.com/the-small-print/privacy-policy/](http://www.expertselfcare.com/the-small-print/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The distrACT Chrome extension provides easy, quick, and discreet access to vital health information and advice for individuals who self-harm or feel suicidal. Created with input from healthcare professionals and people with lived experience, it offers reliable, plain-language guidance on self-harm, self-help strategies, support resources, and emergency procedures. 

Key features include sections on understanding self-harm, managing urges safely, finding support, a Calm Zone with soothing multimedia content, and clear instructions on handling emergencies. Certified for quality by the UK Patient Information Forum (PIF Tick), distrACT ensures users get trustworthy help privately anytime. Its user-friendly design makes accessing this crucial support intuitive and accessible, empowering those in need and their supporters.

## Rankings

- #425,973 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.expertselfcare.selfharm.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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