# Patreon

> Where your thing is a thing

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.patreon.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Patreon
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 25,283,161
- **Rating:** 4.78 / 5 (298,859 ratings)
- **Version:** 126.37.0.13
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-11
- **First published:** 2015-10-22
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 121 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.patreon.android)
- **Website:** [https://www.patreon.com](https://www.patreon.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://privacy.patreon.com/policies](https://privacy.patreon.com/policies)

## Description

**Patreon** connects fans with the creators they love, from podcasters and video makers to artists, musicians, and unique online communities. Discover authentic content from creative people across the internet and explore new interests.

Join creator communities for free, follow updates, and unlock exclusive posts, benefits, one-time purchases, community chats, and livestreams through Patreon memberships.

## Rankings

- #6,100 — Overall
- #80 — Entertainment (Free)
- #7 — community
- #8 — fansly
- #26 — social

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_PHONE_CALL`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.patreon.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`

## Review summary

Users praise Patreon for podcast listening and for enabling creator support, but report frequent reliability issues on Android. The top pain points are media playback and casting problems (Chromecast), lagging and buffering with download-related crashes, and recurring login or error messages. Several reviews also cite updates or monetization as sources of frustration, including fees and a perception that the app isn’t stable or data-efficient. Despite the positives, these core usability problems undermine a smooth experience for many users.

### Pros

- Excellent for listening to podcasts; many reviewers rely on it as their main podcast app.
- Positive for connecting with and supporting creators; valued for the community aspect and funding opportunities.
- Strong overall user sentiment and affection for the app (reviews like 'it's the bomb', 'great app', 'I love this family').
- Perceived value in enabling creators to reach and engage with their audience.

### Cons

- Video playback and casting problems, including Chromecast support not working.
- Lagging, buffering, and download-related crashes that can brick the app.
- Frequent media playback errors and login/authentication issues.
- Monetization concerns and perceived excessive fees.
- Instability after updates and ongoing reliability problems.

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