# LINE: Calls & Messages

> Stay in touch with your friends and family using LINE!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/jp.naver.line.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/jp.naver.line.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `jp.naver.line.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** LINE (LY Corporation)
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 1,096,358,673
- **Rating:** 3.08 / 5 (13,748,047 ratings)
- **Version:** 26.13.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-31
- **First published:** 2011-06-23
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 257 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.naver.line.android)
- **Website:** [http://line.me](http://line.me/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://terms.line.me/line\_rules/](https://terms.line.me/line_rules/)

## Description

LINE connects family and friends worldwide with free voice and video calls, instant messaging, expressive stickers and themes, and cross-platform support for mobile, desktop, and Wear OS. Keep Memo lets you store notes, photos, and videos privately, while Letter Sealing provides end-to-end encryption for messages, call history, and location to protect your privacy.

Easily access friends, birthdays, and the sticker shop from Home, customize your chat experience with themes and emojis, and use LINE on smartphones, desktops, and smartwatches. Recommended for Android 11+ and a stable network connection to ensure smooth installation and reliable calls.

## Rankings

- #167 — Overall
- #24 — Communication (Free)
- #29 — Android wear (Free)
- #51 — Communication (Gross)
- #65 — Android wear (Gross)
- #2 — Top app in Japan

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_CAPTURE`
- `android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_RECORDING`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.HIDE_OVERLAY_WINDOWS`
- `android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_DEVICE_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_STATS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.apps.aicore.service.BIND_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.kddi.market.permission.USE_ALML`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `jp.naver.line.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise LINE for stickers, all-in-one features, and fast, user-friendly design. However, reliability issues (login problems, crashes), cross-device UI limitations, calendar hyperlink bugs, and ad clutter detract from the experience.

### Pros

- Rich, expressive stickers that enhance conversations.
- All-in-one experience with messaging, LINE Today, games, and social features like Timeline and Voom.
- Fast and smooth performance with appealing themes.
- Easy-to-use interface and intuitive navigation.
- Feels personal and human thanks to stickers and features.

### Cons

- Login/authentication problems: cannot create account, accounts get locked, login failures with Google or phone.
- Frequent crashes and 'currently unavailable' errors affecting usability.
- Cross-device limitations: dark theme on secondary devices not available; cannot change default screen.
- Calendar feature bug: highlights/hyperlinks appear in unintended contexts; no toggle option.
- Ad-heavy daily usage and clutter.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/jp.naver.line.android)