# Story Ghost: Hidden mention

> Anonymous Instagram Story Viewer, Hidden Mentions & Downloads.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/in.vinit.storyghost](https://chrome-stats.com/d/in.vinit.storyghost)

## Overview

- **ID:** `in.vinit.storyghost`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Vinit Hingu
- **Category:** GAME\_CASUAL
- **Downloads:** 150,026
- **Rating:** 4.58 / 5 (1,372 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.9
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-02
- **First published:** 2024-09-29
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.vinit.storyghost)
- **Website:** [https://story-ghost-0.web.app](https://story-ghost-0.web.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://story-ghost-0.web.app/privacy-policy.html](https://story-ghost-0.web.app/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

**Story Ghost** is your go-to Chrome extension for anonymously viewing Instagram stories without leaving a trace. Whether you're curious about hidden mentions in stories or want to download your favorite content for offline enjoyment, Story Ghost offers a seamless experience. Its simple interface allows you to search by username or profile name, watch stories invisibly, and save high-quality story videos directly to your device.

Ideal for content creators, influencers, and casual users alike, Story Ghost empowers you with privacy and competitive insights. Enjoy watching public or private profiles you follow anonymously, uncover tags others have hidden in stories, and keep your favorite moments forever. Prioritizing security, the extension does not store or share your personal data. Take control of your Instagram story viewing with Story Ghost—easy, private, and discreet.

## Rankings

- #183,451 — Overall
- #2 — mention

## 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.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `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`
- `in.vinit.storyghost.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `in.vinit.storyghost.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Story Ghost: Hidden mention is praised for effectively revealing hidden mentions and having a user-friendly experience, with some users finding it life-changing. However, multiple users report issues with excessive advertisements, including adult ads, and limited ability to view all stories. Overall, the app receives generally positive feedback but some users encounter significant drawbacks.

### Pros

- Effectively shows hidden mentions
- User-friendly and nice interface
- Considered life-changing or very helpful by some users
- Positive overall user satisfaction with the app functionality
- App helps users see hidden mentions and stories

### Cons

- Contains too many ads, including adult ads
- Inability to see all users' stories, limited functionality for some
- Some users consider it the worst app (negative feedback)

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