# Privacy Cell

> Verify that a phone is using the most secure cell protocols.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.stoutner.privacycell](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.stoutner.privacycell)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.stoutner.privacycell`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Stoutner
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 5,864
- **Rating:** 4.04 / 5 (67 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.12.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-30
- **First published:** 2021-08-25
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 2.17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.stoutner.privacycell)
- **Website:** [https://www.stoutner.com/privacy-cell/](https://www.stoutner.com/privacy-cell/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.stoutner.com/privacy-cell/privacy-policy/](https://www.stoutner.com/privacy-cell/privacy-policy/)

## Description

"Privacy Cell" is an Android app that displays cell phone protocol information, allowing users to verify if their device is connected to secure 5G networks or outdated 2G/3G networks. With the rise of 5G, this app simplifies access to vital information on network safety and potential vulnerabilities, such as man-in-the-middle attacks by IMSI catchers. Stay informed and protect your privacy with real-time updates on your cell connection status.

## Rankings

- #690,932 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `com.stoutner.privacycell.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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