# Peer'Em P2P - Messenger

> No servers, no data collection, full data control, peer-to-peer.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.peerem.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Peer'Em B.V.
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 12,163
- **Rating:** 3.60 / 5 (122 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0.0.688
- **Last updated:** 2023-07-16
- **First published:** 2019-06-02
- **Size:** 39 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-05-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.peerem.android)
- **Website:** [https://peerem.com](https://peerem.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://peerem.com/privacy-policy](https://peerem.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Peer'Em P2P Messenger is a revolutionary communication extension focused on privacy and data control. It operates without servers, data collection, registrations, trackers, or ads, relying on state-of-the-art open-source peer-to-peer (P2P) technology. Users can securely chat, make VoIP and video calls, transfer files, and write blogs — all with end-to-end encryption and full data ownership.

Available across Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, and Mac, Peer'Em provides a decentralized platform where information is stored only on users' own devices, ensuring no third party accesses personal data. Features include multiple accounts, time-limited content visibility, friend location sharing (optional), and desktop client support, making it ideal for professional and private communications requiring maximum security and privacy.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `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.CAPTURE_VIDEO_OUTPUT`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `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`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.UNINSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `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.permission.external_app_settings.USE_COMPONENT`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.peerem.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `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`
- `oppo.permission.OPPO_COMPONENT_SAFE`

## Review summary

Users appreciate Peer'Em P2P Messenger for its privacy, security, ad-free environment, and high-quality audio/video. It is seen as a strong alternative to typical messaging apps, especially for those valuing anonymity. However, multiple users report frequent call failures, connection instability, and confusion over its requirement for internet despite being labeled peer-to-peer. Bugs in file sharing and friend addition also reduce usability. Overall, while promising and appreciated for privacy, the app needs improvement in call reliability and connection stability to meet users' expectations.

### Pros

- Private, secure, and anonymous messaging experience.
- High-quality audio and video streams with minimal delay.
- Ad-free experience at a low price point.
- Good alternative to mainstream messaging apps like WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger.
- Simple and powerful interface suitable for various users, including kids.

### Cons

- Voice and video calls frequently fail or drop, reducing reliability.
- Connection stability issues, including frequent offline status and difficulty maintaining sessions.
- Requires an internet connection and signaling server, contradicting expectations of purely peer-to-peer use.
- Some features like adding friends or sending files have bugs or do not work consistently.

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