# Yak Tack

> Boost your English vocabulary.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.yaktackapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Yak Tack
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 15,841
- **Rating:** 1.88 / 5 (25 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.6
- **Last updated:** 2025-05-23
- **First published:** 2020-09-10
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 29 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yaktackapp)
- **Website:** [https://yaktack.com](https://yaktack.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://yaktack.com/privacy](https://yaktack.com/privacy)

## Description

**Yak Tack** is a simple and effective Chrome extension designed to boost your English vocabulary through the power of spaced repetition. Inspired by the challenge of forgetting new words like "ostensibly," Yak Tack helps you recall meanings by reminding you frequently at first, then less often over time — a technique known as "tacking."

What makes Yak Tack special is its social aspect: connect with other learners, discover new words together, and reinforce your learning through shared exposure. Popular among users worldwide, including many in Japan, Yak Tack supports native language translations to make understanding easier. The extension is fully functional for free, with an optional $5/year premium upgrade for extra features. Start enhancing your English vocabulary effortlessly with Yak Tack today!

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `com.yaktackapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

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