# Hear Around

> Unlock hidden stories and local secrets with the ultimate audio tour companion.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.heararound`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Peerledge
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 37
- **Version:** 1.0.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-02
- **First published:** 2026-04-02
- **Publisher country:** MA
- **Size:** 116 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.heararound)
- **Website:** [https://www.heararound.com](https://www.heararound.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.heararound.com/data-privacy](https://www.heararound.com/data-privacy)

## Description

Turn every walk into an adventure.<br><br>Hear Around transforms your smartphone into an intelligent, gamified local guide. Whether you are exploring a new city or rediscovering your own neighborhood, we guide you to the hidden gems and must-see landmarks—all while telling you the stories that matter.<br><br>🎧 Immersive Audio Tours<br>Forget boring guidebooks. Our professionally crafted audio stories trigger automatically as you walk, immersing you in the history, culture, and secrets of your surroundings. Just put on your headphones and let the city speak to you.<br><br>🏆 Gamify Your Exploration<br>Exploration pays off! With Hear Around, you aren&#39;t just a tourist; you&#39;re a player.<br><br>Level Up: Gain experience points (XP) and climb the leaderboard.<br><br>Collect Badges: Unlock exclusive achievements for exploring specific districts or completing themed tours.<br><br>📸 Interactive Challenges<br>Prove you were there and unlock exclusive content.<br><br>QR Scavenger Hunts: Use your camera to scan hidden QR codes at Points of Interest to verify your visit and unlock bonus rewards.<br><br>Photo Missions: Complete creative photo challenges to capture the moment and share your journey.<br><br>👣 Stay Active<br>Exploration is good for the mind and the body. We integrate with your device’s step counter to track your physical activity during tours. See how many steps you&#39;ve walked and the distance you&#39;ve covered while uncovering the city&#39;s secrets.<br><br>✨ Key Features:<br><br>GPS Navigation: Turn-by-turn guidance to every stop.<br><br>Smart Triggers: Audio plays automatically when you reach a location.<br><br>Profile Stats: Track your visited countries, cities, and total kilometers walked.<br><br>Ready to hear what’s around you? Download Hear Around today and start your journey!

## Rankings

- #2,358,270 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.heararound.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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