# Video Call

> Simple and secure high quality video calls for smartphones and tablets.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.recommended.videocall](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.recommended.videocall)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.recommended.videocall`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** FORBIS s.r.o.
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 19,580,387
- **Rating:** 4.01 / 5 (33,755 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-10
- **First published:** 2016-08-03
- **Publisher country:** SK
- **Size:** 65 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.recommended.videocall)
- **Website:** [https://video-call.website](https://video-call.website/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://video-call.website/privacy-policy](https://video-call.website/privacy-policy)

## Description

Video Call is a free, user-friendly app designed for smartphones and tablets to provide high quality, secure video calls worldwide. Focused on privacy, it uses peer-to-peer technology to ensure direct device communication, reducing lag and data consumption.

Key features include group video calls, file sharing for photos and videos, broad connection type support, and the ability to send video messages when friends or family can't answer. This app keeps you connected effortlessly and securely across the globe, making it easy to share moments and stay in touch. Constant updates and user feedback improve the experience continually.

## Rankings

- #7,751 — Overall
- #123 — Communication (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `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.recommended.videocall.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User reviews are mixed. Many users enjoy the video calling feature for staying in touch with family, but a substantial number report heavy ads, paywalls, and reliability issues that prevent calls from connecting or continuing.

### Pros

- Video calls work well for many users, allowing communication with family and friends.
- The app is liked by users, described as a good or nice app and some express love for it.
- Video calling helps users stay connected with relatives (e.g., grandchildren) via video calls.

### Cons

- Heavy ads and ads interrupting or blocking calls; users often must watch videos or encounter ads to use the app.
- Reliability issues: many reviews state the app doesn’t work or cannot dial contacts.
- Calls are sometimes cut off or limited by app restrictions, hindering conversations.
- Monetization via ads/paywalls disrupts core functionality and user experience.

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