# Macadam, The Step Counter.

> Step counter & pedometer: walk, run, track daily steps & earn rewards.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.macadamapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** MacadamApp
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 9,848,726
- **Rating:** 4.51 / 5 (324,550 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05
- **First published:** 2023-06-13
- **Publisher country:** ES
- **Size:** 190 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.macadamapp)
- **Website:** [https://macadam.app/](https://macadam.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.macadam.app/privacy.html](https://www.macadam.app/privacy.html)

## Description

Macadam is a step counter and pedometer that converts your daily activity into real rewards. Compatible with Google Fit and connected watches, Macadam tracks steps, distance and calories without using GPS or draining your battery. Every step earns virtual coins you can convert into cash, spend with partners, or transfer directly to your bank — making fitness a simple way to boost both health and income.

Privacy and ease of use are core to Macadam: data is anonymous, never sold, and synced seamlessly with wearables. Whether you're walking, running, or doing a quick commute, Macadam rewards consistent movement and helps you reach fitness goals with real monetary incentives. Check the FAQ for details and get started turning movement into money today.

## Rankings

- #14,378 — Overall
- #159 — Health and fitness (Free)
- #197 — Top app in France

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_HEALTH`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.health.READ_ACTIVE_CALORIES_BURNED`
- `android.permission.health.READ_DISTANCE`
- `android.permission.health.READ_HEALTH_DATA_HISTORY`
- `android.permission.health.READ_HEALTH_DATA_IN_BACKGROUND`
- `android.permission.health.READ_STEPS`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.macadamapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

The app is praised for paying users to walk and for its motivating, simple design, with some users enjoying quick payouts. However, repeated issues include delayed or throttled cashouts, lowered earning rates, and unreliable coin/step registration. Validation can be tedious, and updates often degrade the experience by disrupting coin collection and accuracy. Overall, it’s appealing but hampered by payout reliability and data-tracking problems.

### Pros

- Earn money by walking and earning coins/rewards
- Strong motivational factor encouraging more daily steps
- Simple, easy-to-use interface
- Payouts can be quick when available
- Long-standing app with many users using it for years

### Cons

- Payouts are frequently delayed, throttled, or restricted by high withdrawal thresholds
- Earning rate and coin collection have degraded; coins/steps sometimes don’t register or values drop
- Validation requirements can be tedious and days may be marked non-compliant
- Updates have worsened the user experience by breaking coin collection or accuracy
- Reliability issues with tracking (steps/distances not registering or miscounted)

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