# Area Shield

> Block spam automatically by state, area code, or prefix. 100% private!

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.kloosterapps.areashield`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Klooster Apps
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 13
- **Version:** 1.0.14
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-13
- **First published:** 2026-07-12
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 2.98 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kloosterapps.areashield)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/areashield-privacy/home](https://sites.google.com/view/areashield-privacy/home)

## Description

Take back control of your phone with Area Shield.<br><br>Are you tired of relentless spam calls and scam numbers disguised as local callers? <br><br>Area Shield is the ultimate privacy-first call blocker that stops unwanted calls before your phone even rings.<br><br>Unlike other call blocking apps that upload your contacts to the cloud or rely on public scam databases that block innocent people, Area Shield operates 100% locally on your device. No ads, no analytics, and absolutely no internet connection required. Your data never leaves your phone.<br><br>Key Features: <br>• Block by State: Getting bombarded by a specific state? Instantly block all area codes from any of the 50 US states with a single tap on our interactive coverage map. <br><br>• Area Code &amp; Prefix Blocking: Stop &quot;neighbor spoofing&quot; scams by blocking specific area codes or the first 6 digits of a number. <br><br>• Exact Number Blocking: Manually block specific persistent spam numbers. <br><br>• Always Allow Contacts: Never miss a call from friends, family, or saved contacts, even if they live in a blocked state. <br><br>• Detailed Audit Log: Easily see every call that was blocked or allowed, and exactly which rule caught it. Unblock numbers with a single tap if a mistake was made. <br><br>• 100% Private &amp; Ad-Free: We respect your privacy. The app requires zero internet permissions, meaning it is impossible for your data to be sent to the cloud.<br><br>Area Shield is designed to feel like a premium, native extension of your phone. Set your rules, enable the protection, and enjoy the peace and quiet.<br><br>Try Area Shield with a 7-day fully-featured trial. Love the silence? Unlock lifetime protection with a single, one-time purchase. No subscriptions ever.

## Rankings

- #2,739,961 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.kloosterapps.areashield.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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