# Plickers

> Real-time classrom data without the need for student devices

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.plickers.client.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Plickers
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 1,684,829
- **Rating:** 3.79 / 5 (3,609 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.5.8
- **Last updated:** 2023-11-14
- **First published:** 2013-02-08
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 30 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.plickers.client.android)
- **Website:** [http://www.plickers.com](http://www.plickers.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.plickers.com/privacy](http://www.plickers.com/privacy)

## Description

Plickers is an innovative Chrome extension designed to transform classroom engagement without requiring any student devices. Teachers distribute unique paper cards to each student as 'paper clickers.' By simply scanning these cards with an Android smartphone or tablet, educators can conduct real-time polls, quick comprehension checks, exit tickets, and spontaneous surveys. All poll data is automatically saved online at plickers.com, organized by individual student, making tracking and analysis effortless.

Ideal for classrooms aiming to enhance interaction and assessment seamlessly, Plickers eliminates the need for costly or unavailable student technology. It empowers teachers to gather immediate feedback and adjust their instruction accordingly, promoting better learning outcomes with minimal setup. Experience happier, more connected teaching with Plickers—poll your class instantly and efficiently without digital distractions or device hassles.

## Rankings

- #50,241 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`

## Review summary

Users praise Plickers as an engaging, easy way to conduct quizzes and polls in class, but recurring issues hinder usability: unreliable card scanning and scoring, bugs in newer versions, and a confusing interface with difficult class management and editing on Android.

### Pros

- Engaging and educational for class quizzes and surveys
- Excellent for formative assessment and interactive learning
- Easy to use for teachers to create and deliver assessments
- Useful tool for integrating ICT into lessons
- Well-received by university instructors for quizzes and online classes

### Cons

- Plickers cards sometimes are not read and scores do not register
- Bugs and instability in the newer version; old version was better
- Confusing navigation/UI and difficulties with archiving/transferring classes
- Inability to add questions or edit content; editing tools are limited
- Android-specific compatibility issues and editing problems on Android devices

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