# Micro Protect Protect your Mic

> Micro Protection - Protect your privacy with a state of art microphone blocker.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.foxbytecode.microblocker`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Foxbyte Code Inc.
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 58,722
- **Rating:** 3.63 / 5 (344 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** 2023-08-29
- **First published:** 2021-06-25
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 3.19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxbytecode.microblocker)
- **Website:** [https://www.foxbytecode.com](https://www.foxbytecode.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.foxbytecode.com/privacy-policy](https://www.foxbytecode.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Micro Protect is a powerful Chrome extension designed to safeguard your privacy by blocking microphone access with just one click. With many apps silently having permission to record audio, Micro Protect prevents unauthorized eavesdropping and call recording by denying microphone access to all apps. Its features include an easy-to-use interface, real-time monitoring of microphone access attempts, a comprehensive app access log, widget support, auto-protection, customizable allow lists, and alerts for security breaches. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your device's microphone is protected from spyware and malware attempts by Micro Protect.

## Rankings

- #279,644 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_TASKS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.foxbytecode.microblocker.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`

## Review summary

Users generally appreciate the app's ease of use, visual appeal, and usefulness in protecting microphone privacy. However, common issues include delays when unprotecting apps, inability to block mic during calls, and concerns over premium features like the whitelist. Some users also mention a lack of recent security updates and question the app's effectiveness. Overall, the app is viewed positively but with notable areas needing improvement.

### Pros

- App is easy to use and has a nice interface.
- Helpful and effective in protecting microphone privacy.
- Well-designed and visually appealing logo and name.
- Receives positive feedback for general usefulness.
- Good for general microphone protection purposes.

### Cons

- Takes time to unprotect applications when requested.
- Does not block microphone during phone calls.
- Whitelist feature being behind a premium paywall.
- Lack of recent or latest security updates.
- Some skepticism about whether the app functions fully as intended.

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