Background Video Recorder

Name: Background Video Recorder
Rating: 4.54 (10161 reviews)
Author: Helge Apps

By: Helge Apps App

Easily and continuously record videos when app is in the background (BVR)

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

2,101,066 ▲ 12.77K

Data as of 2026-07-30

Rating:

4.54 +68

(10,161)

Version:

1.1.21

Last updated: 2026-07-21

Features & Capabilities

Background Video Recorder lets you seamlessly record videos while using other apps by running in the background. Start recording via widgets, a quick settings button, or a floating window overlay.

Features include timestamp overlays, customizable subtitles, loop recording with automatic old file deletion, and schedule recording with a timer. The app supports automatic orientation and day/night video modes, and you can record to internal storage or selected SD card folders. Privacy is paramount—all videos are stored locally with no backups made to servers. Additionally, the app supports camera selection, photo capture, video playback, and easy sharing or deletion of recorded files.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Privacy & Security

By:

Helge Apps

Downloads:

2,101,066 12.77K

Rating:

4.54

(10,161) 68 new ratings

Version:

1.1.21 Last updated: 2026-07-21

Version code:

117

Creation date:

2023-11-24

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA High risk
android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW High risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

12.09MB

Email:

8h*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-30

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 43,147 ▲ 80

Other rankings

#3 in video recorder keyword 81 #12 in background keyword 19 ▲ 3#23 in record keyword 62 ▲ 1

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Helge Apps

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.helgeapps.backgroundvideorecorder

Email:

8h*****@gmail.com

Website:

https://helgeapps.github.io/

User Reviews

User reviews are predominantly positive, praising ease of use, reliability, and rich customization. The app’s background recording and discreet operation are frequent highlights. A notable concern across multiple reviews is privacy and legal issues surrounding covert recording. Overall, the app is seen as feature-rich with strong usability, though some users call for clearer guidance on safe, legal use and documentation.

Pros