# MagnusCards: Life Skills Guide > Free Support for Autism and Neurodivergent, Down Syndrome, Kids, Teens & Elderly Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.magnusmode](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.magnusmode) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.magnusmode` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Magnusmode - **Category:** EDUCATION - **Downloads:** 30,268 - **Rating:** 3.71 / 5 (107 ratings) - **Version:** 3.1.2 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-10 - **First published:** 2013-09-05 - **Publisher country:** CA - **Size:** 86 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-13 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.magnusmode) - **Website:** [https://www.magnusmode.com/](https://www.magnusmode.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://magnusmode.com/terms-and-conditions/](https://magnusmode.com/terms-and-conditions/) ## Description MagnusCards is a free, award-winning Chrome extension designed to empower individuals with autism, Down syndrome, neurodivergence, and other needs by teaching everyday life skills. Through interactive card decks, users can practice tasks like cooking, cleaning, using public transit, banking, and social interactions, all while building confidence and independence. With a proven methodology developed by learning experts, MagnusCards features engaging, step-by-step guides and supports a diverse range of users, including those with reading or vision challenges through visual, audio, and text instructions. Available in multiple languages and customizable for unique user needs, this extension partners with well-known brands and venues to create a comprehensive and inclusive learning experience accessible to all ages. ## Rankings - #368,553 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `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.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA` - `com.magnusmode.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO` - `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 MagnusCards is praised for aiding autistic users, especially children, in learning life skills through visual supports and social stories, boosting independence. Users value offline access and the app's mission. However, many express concern over child-focused content that infantilizes adults, brand-specific cards limiting versatility, login difficulties, lack of custom card creation, and poor voice audio quality. There is also criticism regarding the prominence of sponsored content. Overall, it's a valuable tool needing improvements to better serve a broader neurodiverse audience. ### Pros - Highly helpful for autistic individuals, especially children and young adults, to develop life skills such as traveling, shopping, and using public transportation. - Provides visual supports and social stories that enhance understanding and independence. - Allows users to download card decks for offline access, which is convenient. - The app fosters increased independence and confidence for neurodiverse users in various everyday situations. - Developed by a compassionate company with a strong mission to support its user community. ### Cons - The content is heavily geared toward children, making it less relevant or infantilizing for adults with autism. - Many cards are very specific to certain brands or locations, which limits general usefulness. - Users experience frustration with login issues and inability to create personal card sets. - Some users feel the app emphasizes sponsored content and branding over genuine assistance. - Voice audio quality is robotic and has an echo, which reduces clarity for users. ## Similar extensions and apps - [Lifeskills for ME](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.LifeSkillForMe.app) — 148 users - [Good Habits AutiSmart](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.autismart.good_habits) — 166 users - [Autism Life Skills for Kids](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.apt.autism.kids.skills.learning) — 8,967 users, 4.85 / 5 - [Learning Rose](https://chrome-stats.com/d/uk.co.learningrose.sub) — 30 users - [Magnus: Earn Rewards & Cash](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.latfadhub.magus_app.sh) — 615 users - [Autism Learning Flashcards](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.amc.flash.cards.autism) — 686 users - [My Autism Navigator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.autismnavigator.app) — 2,076 users - [Play Magnus - Chess Academy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.PlayMagnus.MagnusChessAcademy) — 250,999 users, 2.90 / 5 - [Magnus Official Connect & Earn](https://chrome-stats.com/d/magnus.learnconnectearn) — 1,214 users - [Autism Support for Kids](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.devsinntechnologies.autism_support) — 25 users - [Simcoach Card Deck](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simcoachGames.simcoachcarddeck) — 15 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.magnusmode)