# iPass SmartConnect™

> iPass SmartConnect™: simple, secure, always-on Wi-Fi.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.iPass.OpenMobile`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** iPass Inc.
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 654,995
- **Rating:** 3.59 / 5 (1,244 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.18.0.1636
- **Last updated:** 2024-09-23
- **First published:** 2010-11-08
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-11-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iPass.OpenMobile)
- **Website:** [http://ipass.com](http://ipass.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.ipass.com/privacy-policy/](http://www.ipass.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

**iPass SmartConnect™** offers seamless Wi-Fi connectivity on any mobile device worldwide. Whether you're traveling through airports, trains, hotels, or enjoying a local café, stay reliably connected without hassle. This extension brings you thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots, saving you time and eliminating expensive cellular roaming charges by reducing mobile data usage.

With a focus on privacy and security, iPass includes a user-controlled VPN option that allows you to secure your online activities when you choose. Enjoy the convenience of always-on Wi-Fi, cost efficiency, and enhanced privacy in one easy-to-use solution. Download iPass today for a hassle-free, secure internet experience wherever you go.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.GET_TASKS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_LOGS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.iPass.OpenMobile.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Easy to use
- Useful for company connections
- Recent updates improved reliability and connectivity

### Cons

- Frequent connection issues
- App crashes or fails to open
- Annoying persistent notifications
- Incompatibility with certain networks
- Issues with email validation after updates

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