# Mask chat - Hides Chat

> Mask Chat is a tool to Beautify Screen and Chat Secretly.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/droid.mask.maskchat](https://chrome-stats.com/d/droid.mask.maskchat)

## Overview

- **ID:** `droid.mask.maskchat`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Droid Keypad - Photo Keyboard, Theme Keyboard
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 132,389
- **Rating:** 4.45 / 5 (316 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.7
- **Last updated:** 2023-12-23
- **First published:** 2017-09-06
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 8.94 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=droid.mask.maskchat)
- **Website:** [https://photokeyboard.in](https://photokeyboard.in/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://photokeyboard.in/Privacy\_Policy.html](http://photokeyboard.in/Privacy_Policy.html)

## Description

**Mask Chat - Hides Chat & Protects Your Privacy**

Mask Chat is a powerful Android extension designed to safeguard your private conversations and sensitive information from prying eyes. Perfect for use in public places like buses or metros, it allows you to "mask" your screen, hiding WhatsApp chats, passwords, payment apps, and any confidential content with custom and transparent screen curtains.

Key features include customizable mask themes, the option to set mask overlays on any app, and support for popular messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, LINE, and Snapchat. Mask Chat works without internet, providing a free, secure way to chat secretly and beautify your screen while protecting your privacy wherever you go.

## Rankings

- #194,013 — Overall

## 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.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users find the app useful for hiding chats and appreciate its ease of use and visual masking feature. However, many complain about constant ads, app malfunctioning, and lack of security features like password protection. Some also note that chat interaction is limited when the app is active, making it inconvenient. Overall, it has potential but is hampered by intrusive ads and functional issues.

### Pros

- App helps hide chats effectively from onlookers.
- Easy and simple to use.
- Useful for keeping chats private around relatives or strangers.
- Visual masking feature works well to conceal chat screens.

### Cons

- Excessive ads disrupt user experience.
- App sometimes doesn't function properly or 'doesn't work' as intended.
- Lack of advanced security features like password protection for masked chat.
- While active, app restricts typing or interaction with chats.

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