# nearChess > Play with chess players nearby, join clubs, local leaders board Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nearchess](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nearchess) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.nearchess` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** nearChess - **Category:** GAME\_BOARD - **Downloads:** 898 - **Version:** 2.35 - **Last updated:** 2026-09-14 - **First published:** 2026-04-01 - **Publisher country:** IN - **Size:** 178 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-15 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nearchess) - **Website:** [https://nearchess.com/](https://nearchess.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://nearchess.com/privacy-policy/](https://nearchess.com/privacy-policy/) ## Description nearChess is a modern chess platform built for players who want more than just online games. Play real-time chess with low-latency performance, connect with friends, join clubs, and discover chess players and tournaments happening near you.

Whether you’re a casual player, a club regular, or a competitive grinder, nearChess brings online gameplay and local chess communities together in one seamless experience.

β™ŸοΈ Key Features:

Find Players Near You
- Discover nearby chess players using location-based features
- Connect with local clubs and events
- Turn online matches into real-world chess connections

Social Chess Experience
- Add friends and challenge them anytime
- Follow players and track progress
- Build your chess network locally and globally

Real-Time Online Chess
- Smooth, low-latency gameplay
- Instant move synchronization
- Reliable game state updates even on slower networks

Play & Compete
- Rated and casual matches
- Global and local leaderboards
- Skill-based matchmaking to find balanced games

Clubs & Tournaments
- Join or create chess clubs
- Participate in online and local tournaments
- Compete with your community and track performance

πŸš€ Built for Performance

nearChess is designed with real-time architecture to ensure:
> Fast matchmaking
> Minimal lag
> Accurate, live game updates

🎯 Who Is nearChess For?

- Chess beginners looking for friendly matches
- Competitive players chasing ratings and rankings
- Club players who want to grow their local chess circle
- Anyone who loves chess and community

Download nearChess and experience chess that’s not just online β€” it’s near you. ## Rankings - #1,192,999 β€” Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.NFC` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `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.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.nearchess.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `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` ## Similar extensions and apps - [ChessNearby: Meet & Play Chess](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.offline.chess.project) β€” 294 users - [ChessBy, Connecting for Real.](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.starwish.chessby) β€” 118 users - [Chess Match](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessmatchapp.chess_match) β€” 288 users, 5.00 / 5 - [ChessWithMe](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tuttomatto.chesswithme) β€” 24 users - [Chessmates](https://chrome-stats.com/d/live.chessmates.app) β€” 49 users - [Chess Premier: Play Online](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vinay_believer.ChessApp) β€” 74 users - [Chess Bhaitak: Chess Near Me](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessbaithak.app) β€” 2 users - [Chess](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ackbiz.chess) β€” 2,022 users - [AndChess](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.andchess.app) β€” 27 users - [Chess Time - Multiplayer Chess](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.haptic.chesstime) β€” 2,559,591 users, 4.54 / 5 - [keelo chess](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elokehila.app) β€” 184 users - [Online Chess](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.devazad.onlinechess) β€” 16 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nearchess)