# AutoRemote

> Total remote control for your Android device, PC and cloud services (IFTTT)!

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.joaomgcd.autoremote`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** joaomgcd
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 41,235
- **Rating:** 4.13 / 5 (864 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.2.9
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-29
- **First published:** 2012-06-30
- **Publisher country:** PT
- **Size:** 8.72 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joaomgcd.autoremote)
- **Website:** [http://joaoapps.com/](http://joaoapps.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://joaoapps.com/autoremote/privacy-policy/](https://joaoapps.com/autoremote/privacy-policy/)

## Description

AutoRemote is a powerful Chrome extension that lets you remotely control your Android device, PC, and cloud services with complete flexibility. Integrating seamlessly with Tasker and IFTTT, it enables you to send push notifications and commands to your devices from anywhere. Whether you want to control your PC or Chrome browser from your phone, share links between devices, or automate tasks based on custom commands, AutoRemote offers an unprecedented level of control.

With bi-directional messaging capabilities and advanced matching options, the extension empowers you to automate many scenarios — such as finding a lost phone, sharing spoken shopping lists, or tracking your device’s location. Its broad compatibility with services like EventGhost, Zapier, and common web browsers opens endless possibilities for tech-savvy users looking to customize their remote control experience. AutoRemote is the ultimate tool for integrating and automating your devices effortlessly.

## Rankings

- #324,496 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_DOCUMENTS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.joaomgcd.autoremote.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.joaomgcd.permission.CHECK_JOAOMGCD_LICENSE`
- `net.dinglisch.android.tasker.PERMISSION_RUN_TASKS`
- `net.dinglisch.android.tasker.PERMISSION_SEND_COMMAND`

## Review summary

AutoRemote is praised for its powerful integration with Tasker, reliability, and developer support, making it ideal for automation enthusiasts. However, multiple users report issues with Google Drive connectivity, backup errors, broken or removed features, and recent bugs impacting device registration and message pushing. Despite some frustrations with recent updates and integration changes, the app remains a valuable tool for advanced Android users seeking remote device communication and control.

### Pros

- Seamlessly integrates with Tasker and extends its automation capabilities.
- Reliable and fast performance for remote device control and messaging.
- Supports communication between multiple devices effectively.
- Developer is responsive and continuously improves the app.
- Enables advanced users to create powerful life hacks and automations.

### Cons

- Connection issues with Google Drive integration and errors backing up data.
- Recent updates introduced bugs affecting device registration and server connections.
- Some features like file access via ARFiles command are broken or removed.
- Notification and message pushing requires the app to be open, limiting background functionality.
- URL scheme changed and is incompatible with certain integrations like HomeSeer.

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