# Luxand Face Recognition

> Recognize faces with your camera, giving them names. SDK is available.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.luxand.facerecognition`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Luxand, Inc.
- **Category:** VIDEO\_PLAYERS
- **Downloads:** 78,140
- **Rating:** 2.89 / 5 (284 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.16
- **Last updated:** 2024-12-27
- **First published:** 2013-07-17
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 73 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.luxand.facerecognition)
- **Website:** [http://luxand.com/support/](http://luxand.com/support/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://luxand.com/privacy.php](http://luxand.com/privacy.php)

## Description

Luxand Face Recognition is a powerful Chrome extension that allows users to recognize and name faces in real time using their device's camera. Simply tap any detected face and assign a name; the application memorizes the face and accurately recognizes it on subsequent appearances. For optimal results, hold your device at arm's length and slowly rotate your head or change your position to capture multiple views. The extension supports memorizing multiple individuals, enhancing its utility in various scenarios.

Additionally, Luxand offers a comprehensive SDK for mobile developers, enabling seamless facial recognition integration into custom applications. Whether for personal use or development, Luxand Face Recognition provides an intuitive and efficient tool to handle facial identification needs.

## Rankings

- #247,812 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`

## Review summary

Users find Luxand Face Recognition to be an interesting biometric tool mainly working well with front camera selfies, useful for SIM registration. However, common issues include lack of support for analyzing stored photos, poor back camera functionality, and missing accessibility features for the visually impaired. The app suffers from UI annoyances like flickering information and a persistent black tape on-screen. Additionally, several users face difficulties with help functions and overall usability, limiting the app's practical value despite its promising facial recognition capabilities.

### Pros

- The app offers interesting facial recognition features and can be useful for biometric SIM registration.
- Works well with front camera for live face recognition.
- Provides a gimmick or novelty effect that some users find enjoyable.

### Cons

- Does not support analyzing existing photos from storage, only live camera capture.
- Poor or inconsistent camera functionality, including inability to use back camera or reverse camera.
- Lacks accessibility features such as voice reading of recognized person’s name, making it difficult for visually impaired users.
- User interface issues such as flickering information on the screen and presence of a distracting black tape at the bottom of the screen.
- Inadequate customer support and help features; users report non-working help functions and app crashes or failure to operate.

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