# Screen Flashlight

> Flashlight LED display that does not use a flash of the camera of the smartphone

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.softdx.screenflashlight](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.softdx.screenflashlight)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.softdx.screenflashlight`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** SOFTDX
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 269,120
- **Rating:** 4.53 / 5 (2,074 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2016-10-05
- **First published:** 2014-11-12
- **Publisher country:** KR
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.softdx.screenflashlight)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.softdx.co.kr/apps/privacy/](http://www.softdx.co.kr/apps/privacy/)

## Description

**Screen Flashlight** is a unique Chrome extension that transforms your device's screen into a powerful LED flashlight without utilizing the smartphone's camera flash. This app prioritizes privacy by not requiring camera permissions.

Key features include customizable color selection, adjustable screen brightness, strobe and warning screen modes with speed control, and sound effects for added functionality. It supports a convenient home screen widget for quick access and can start immediately upon device startup. Its strobe feature is particularly useful for emergencies or signaling, offering flashing effects suitable for accidents, police, or guidance situations.

Overall, Screen Flashlight is a versatile and privacy-conscious tool that brightens your experience without relying on the camera hardware.

## Rankings

- #137,764 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise Screen Flashlight for its simple, easy-to-use design with adjustable brightness, color choices, and flashing modes. The screen-based light is preferred over the camera flash and is handy for warnings and nighttime use. Common complaints focus on ads (and desire for an ad-free version), difficulty closing the app, and a wish for darker brightness options.

### Pros

- Simple and easy-to-use interface.
- Flexible brightness control with comfortable light levels.
- Color options and flashing modes for signaling or warning light.
- Uses the screen instead of the camera flash (gentler lighting and privacy).
- Lightweight and reliable for basic lighting tasks without extra data requests.

### Cons

- Ads are present in the app (disruptive); users frequently request an ad-free paid version.
- Cannot easily close or exit the app (closing the app is tedious).
- Some users want a darker/light mode or stronger dimming options (brightness could be darker for certain uses).

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