# CallPirates - Cheap calls

> Stand up and start saving now - up to 90% on your current phone bill

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `finarea.CallPirates`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Solaris Systems BV
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 43,175
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (315 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.16
- **Last updated:** 2025-09-10
- **First published:** 2011-11-24
- **Publisher country:** NL
- **Size:** 31 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=finarea.CallPirates)
- **Website:** [http://www.callpirates.com](http://www.callpirates.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.solarissystems.nl/privacy](https://www.solarissystems.nl/privacy)

## Description

CallPirates is a VOIP app designed to help you slash your phone bill by up to 90%. Using WiFi or 3G, you can make affordable calls worldwide with excellent sound quality. Features include Local Access and CallBack services for when internet connectivity is inconsistent, as well as inexpensive text messaging. The app seamlessly integrates with your Android phone's contacts for easy calling and texting. Save money without compromising call quality — perfect for staying connected with friends and family around the globe. Note: Setting CallPirates as your default dialer may affect 911 emergency service dialing.

Start saving now by installing CallPirates and enjoy cheap, high-quality calls and texts through a user-friendly interface that puts you in control of your communication expenses.

## Rankings

- #319,558 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BIND_AUTOFILL_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `finarea.CallPirates.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Multiple reviews praise the app as decent/good, but the most common complaints are poor call quality, high/hidden connection charges (even when calls aren’t completed), login and password reset issues, unwanted automatic recharges with refunding challenges, and limited payment options (customers request Google Pay/Wallet support).

### Pros

- Generally described as a decent/good app by several users.
- Some reviews call it very good and say they like the app.

### Cons

- Poor call quality and unreliable connections.
- High or hidden connection charges that can exceed the actual call cost.
- Login and password reset problems; site/app sometimes not reachable.
- Automatic recharges occurring without consent and difficulty unsubscribing/refunding.
- Limited payment options; requests for Google Pay/Wallet support.

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