# Candy Valley - Match 3 Puzzle

> Collect recipes for the most delicious sweets in the sweetest match-3 game!

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.orangeapps.candyvalley`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** TAPCLAP
- **Category:** GAME\_PUZZLE
- **Downloads:** 8,790,447
- **Rating:** 4.45 / 5 (172,688 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-26
- **First published:** 2016-06-29
- **Publisher country:** CY
- **Size:** 81 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.orangeapps.candyvalley)
- **Website:** [https://tapclap.com](https://tapclap.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://tapclap.com/privacy-policy-en.html](https://tapclap.com/privacy-policy-en.html)

## Description

**Candy Valley - Match 3 Puzzle** is a delightful and addictive game where players embark on a sugary adventure to collect recipes for the most delicious sweets. Join your assistant Ella and candy-maker Edward as you explore the vibrant Candy Valley, matching ingredients and solving fun puzzles along the way. 

With easy-to-learn gameplay, where matching three or more sweets starts your journey, this game offers unlimited fun across hundreds of levels. Travel through a colorful world, discover exquisite candy recipes, and challenge yourself with increasingly complex puzzles. Connect via Facebook to save progress and play anytime on your smartphone. Optional in-game purchases and an internet connection enhance your experience but aren’t required. Dive into the sweetest match-3 puzzle game and become the ultimate candy crusher today!

## Rankings

- #15,686 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `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.orangeapps.candyvalley.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Candy Valley is praised for fun, relaxing match-3 gameplay and strong visuals, with long-term appeal. However, users repeatedly cite pervasive ads, pricey microtransactions, unfair progression mechanics, and occasional stability issues as the main downsides.

### Pros

- Fun, addictive, and relaxing match-3 gameplay that is easy to pick up.
- Long-term appeal with years of play and 600+ levels indicating depth and replayability.
- Appealing graphics and visuals that keep players happy.
- Overall positive experience and enjoyment of the game despite flaws.

### Cons

- Pervasive ads that are disruptive and hard to exit; frequent interruptions during gameplay.
- Coins and packs are overpriced, with recent price increases that inflate the cost to play.
- Fairness issues: cheating or unfairly draining bonus points preventing progression.
- Technical problems: loading errors, connectivity issues, and occasional freezes/crashes.

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