# Area Code

> Quickly and easily lookup your own area code, or find an area code by place name

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/io.areacode.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/io.areacode.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `io.areacode.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** IDB LLC
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 22,924
- **Rating:** 3.64 / 5 (118 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1.10
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-07
- **First published:** 2016-12-13
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.areacode.android)
- **Website:** [https://ipinfo.io](https://ipinfo.io/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://ipinfo.io/privacy-policy](https://ipinfo.io/privacy-policy)

## Description

**Area Code** is a user-friendly Chrome extension designed to help you quickly discover your current area code instantly upon launch. Whether you're curious about the area code of your own location or want to find the area code for any US city, this tool makes it simple and fast.

Additionally, if you have an area code and want to know which city it belongs to, Area Code has you covered with straightforward search capabilities. Covering all US area codes, this extension is perfect for anyone needing rapid and accurate area code information without hassle.

## Rankings

- #411,555 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.LOCAL_MAC_ADDRESS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `io.areacode.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

The app is praised for being easy to use, reliable, and free with functional features like showing the country on the map. However, many users complain about the lack of comprehensive area codes, especially outside certain regions like Canada, unclear usage instructions, and some consider it inaccurate or fake. Overall, it works well for some users but lacks global coverage and clarity for others.

### Pros

- Easy to use
- Helpful and reliable for some users
- Shows country on the map clearly
- Free and functional app
- Generally liked by some users

### Cons

- Does not show area codes worldwide
- Lacks area codes for certain countries (e.g., Canada)
- Unclear instructions on how to find area codes
- Contains fake or incomplete data
- Not useful for some users' needs

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