# Shell Identifier - Beach ID

> Identify shells from a photo and save your shoreline finds locally.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.marirfam.shellid`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** LarcenStudio
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 83
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-04
- **First published:** 2026-06-03
- **Publisher country:** MA
- **Size:** 28 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.marirfam.shellid)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mustaphamarir.github.io/mobile-apps-legal/fish-id/](https://mustaphamarir.github.io/mobile-apps-legal/fish-id/)

## Description

Shell Identifier helps you identify common shells from a single photo.<br><br>Point your camera at a shell, keep it centered, and get:<br><br>Shell name<br>Confidence level<br>Quick family and coast cues<br>Shape and beachcomb notes<br>Saved results in a local collection<br>The app is built for casual beachcombing, tide-pool walks, shoreline finds, and simple at-home shell checks.<br><br>Why users like it:<br><br>Fast camera-first workflow<br>Clean result screen with readable confidence<br>Useful shell details without a complicated interface<br>Local collection for shells you want to keep or review later<br>No account required<br>Tips for better results:<br><br>Use a top-down photo when possible<br>Try an opening-view photo for spiral shells<br>Avoid strong glare from wet shells<br>Keep the full shell visible in frame<br>Use plain backgrounds when you can<br>Important:<br><br>This app is for identification assistance only.<br>Results may be uncertain for damaged shells, juvenile shells, or very similar species.<br>For research, collection rules, or protected species questions, follow local guidance.<br><br>Tags: shell identifier, shell scanner, beachcombing, seashell guide, mollusk.

## Rankings

- #2,052,301 — 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.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.marirfam.shellid.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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