# Skipper

> Skip podcast ads automatically. Hands-free, voice-controlled, beta version.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pk.skipper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pk.skipper)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.pk.skipper`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ken Mages
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 69
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-30
- **First published:** 2025-10-30
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 24 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pk.skipper)
- **Website:** [https://podskipper.com](https://podskipper.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/skipper-privacy/home](https://sites.google.com/view/skipper-privacy/home)

## Description

Skipper (Beta) is a smarter way to listen.<br><br>You love podcasts. You hate ads. Skipper listens with you and automatically jumps past the interruptions — so you stay in the flow. Built for beta testers and early adopters, Skipper combines voice commands, Bluetooth control, and real-time ad detection to make listening seamless.<br><br>🎧 How it works<br>• Tap or say “Skip it” to move ahead instantly.<br>• Detects ad transitions in real time.<br>• Works with your favorite podcast player.<br>• Optional Bluetooth button for iOS; voice-only mode on Android.<br><br>🧠 Why try the beta<br>• Help train Skipper’s detection accuracy.<br>• Shape the roadmap: multi-language, smart-rewind, custom skip lengths.<br>• Early access to voice-only features that won’t be free later.<br><br>🔒 Privacy-first<br>Skipper never uploads your recordings or personal data. Audio is processed locally on-device.<br><br>🚀 Coming soon<br>• Adaptive skip timing<br>• “Sponsor block” sharing<br>• Personalized skip profiles<br><br>Try Skipper now and tell us what to fix or improve. Your feedback directly drives development.<br><br>Beta testers only — expect bugs, rapid updates, and occasional magic.

## Rankings

- #2,146,502 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.pk.skipper.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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