# Fennec Messenger - for famili

> Safe chatting, video calling, fun and safe for parents, kids and friends

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.fennec.messenger`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Fennec Corp.
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 97,204
- **Rating:** 4.42 / 5 (1,136 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.0-release
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-21
- **First published:** 2019-11-28
- **Publisher country:** TW
- **Size:** 50 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fennec.messenger)
- **Website:** [https://fennec.me/](https://fennec.me/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://fennec.me/en/privacy](https://fennec.me/en/privacy)

## Description

Fennec Messenger is a family-focused instant messaging app designed to keep users of all ages connected safely. It offers group chats, instant photo sharing, voice messaging, and video calling without requiring a Facebook account. With creative features like doodles and a growing collection of fun stickers, it adds a playful touch to every conversation.

The app prioritizes safety with robust parental controls, allowing parents to manage contacts and monitor usage. It also includes a built-in GPS locator to help find your child's smartphone or Fennec Watch in case of emergencies. Fennec Messenger blends convenience, fun, and security to create a trusted communication platform for families and friends.

## Rankings

- #223,777 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.RECORD_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.STORAGE`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.fennec.messenger.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.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Strong parental controls to approve contacts and monitor messaging
- Good for safe communication between children and family
- Simple and easy-to-use texting app
- Lack of data profiling, maintaining user privacy
- Useful for kids during travel or staying with relatives

### Cons

- Connection issues and lagging during use
- Limited features for messaging (e.g., no message deletion, no file sharing)
- Audio feedback issues during video calls
- Lack of effective customer support when issues arise
- Problems with notifications not being received

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