# Cloud IPC

> Cloud IPC is provided by developed Video Surveillance provider "Fostar"

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.foscam.cloudipc`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** smartipcamera
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 148,334
- **Rating:** 3.53 / 5 (516 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.3.31
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-03
- **First published:** 2016-04-26
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Size:** 134 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foscam.cloudipc)
- **Website:** [https://adv.mycloudipc.com](https://adv.mycloudipc.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.mycloudipc.com/mobile/ivy\_protocol?type=privacy&oemCode=3000&lang=ENG](https://www.mycloudipc.com/mobile/ivy_protocol?type=privacy&oemCode=3000&lang=ENG)

## Description

Cloud IPC, developed by video surveillance provider Fostar, is a comprehensive Chrome extension designed for seamless IP camera management. Featuring an all-new user interface and software architecture, it offers improved user experience for adding your IP Cameras in minutes. Configure vital settings such as time, alarms, and recordings effortlessly.

With Cloud IPC, users can access live video streams from their IP Cameras anytime and anywhere, as well as review recorded footage directly through the application. This extension is ideal for enhancing video surveillance capabilities with intuitive control and easy accessibility.

## Rankings

- #184,140 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_TASKS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_USER_PRESENT`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.coloros.mcs.permission.RECIEVE_MCS_MESSAGE`
- `com.foscam.cloudipc.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.foscam.cloudipc.openadsdk.permission.TT_PANGOLIN`
- `com.foscam.cloudipc.permission.JPUSH_MESSAGE`
- `com.foscam.cloudipc.permission.MIPUSH_RECEIVE`
- `com.foscam.cloudipc.permission.PROCESS_PUSH_MSG`
- `com.foscam.cloudipc.permission.PUSH_PROVIDER`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.heytap.mcs.permission.RECIEVE_MCS_MESSAGE`
- `com.hihonor.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.hihonor.push.permission.READ_PUSH_NOTIFICATION_INFO`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.vivo.notification.permission.BADGE_ICON`

## Review summary

Users find the app previously reliable and easy to use for camera installation and monitoring static environments. However, recent updates have introduced significant problems, including frequent crashes on startup, inability to connect to cameras, unreliable notifications, and lost camera access or data backups. Connection stability and app functionality are major ongoing issues affecting overall user experience.

### Pros

- Easy to use controls for camera installation.
- Works well for static observation like monitoring engine room temperatures.
- Previously had reliable functionality before recent updates.

### Cons

- App crashes on startup or fails to open after recent updates.
- Frequent connection issues with cameras; unable to discover or connect reliably.
- Notifications and motion/sound alarms often do not work consistently.
- Recent updates cause inability to access or add cameras; app stability issues.
- Dropbox integration disconnects after updates.

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