# meterUP Parking > A Smarter Way to Park in Philadelphia Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sharewire.meterUP](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sharewire.meterUP) ## Overview - **ID:** `net.sharewire.meterUP` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Parkmobile, LLC - **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION - **Downloads:** 385,103 - **Rating:** 2.97 / 5 (3,053 ratings) - **Version:** 26.34.2 - **Last updated:** 2026-09-04 - **First published:** 2017-12-08 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 69 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-08 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.sharewire.meterUP) - **Website:** [https://www.meterup.org/](https://www.meterup.org/) - **Privacy policy:** [http://parkmobile.io/privacy-policy](http://parkmobile.io/privacy-policy) ## Description The meterUP Parking extension, powered by ParkMobile, offers a smarter way to park in Philadelphia and over 500 other cities nationwide, including New York, San Francisco, and Chicago. This app allows users to pay for on-street and off-street parking directly from their mobile device, enabling remote extension of parking sessions and real-time alerts before expiration. With features like customizable notifications, the ability to save favorite parking spots, storage for up to five vehicles, and a "Find my car" function, meterUP optimizes your parking experience. Additionally, the app provides insights into parking availability, helping users locate open spots and avoid congestion. ParkMobile is trusted by over 25 million users, ensuring reliable customer support 24/7. Simplify your parking with meterUP and experience stress-free parking management wherever you go. ## Rankings - #114,194 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `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.BLUETOOTH` - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN` - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE` - `android.permission.HIDE_OVERLAY_WINDOWS` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.POST_PROMOTED_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES` - `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA` - `com.parkmobile.debug.provider.READ` - `com.parkmobile.debug.provider.WRITE` - `com.parkmobile.provider.READ` - `com.parkmobile.provider.WRITE` - `com.parknow.app.debug.provider.READ` - `com.parknow.app.provider.READ` - `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO` - `net.sharewire.meterUP.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `net.sharewire.meterUP.permission.SECURED_BROADCAST` - `org.ke.parko.mpla.provider.permission.READ_AND_WRITE` ## Review summary Users find meterUP Parking convenient for paying parking remotely and appreciate basic functionality like starting and extending parking sessions. However, many encounter repeated login problems due to removal of password options, app freezes, and confusing UI elements. Notifications often arrive late or fail, resulting in tickets. Additionally, app pricing is often higher and not transparent compared to station rates. Despite some useful features, these persistent issues significantly degrade user experience and reliability. ### Pros - Convenient way to pay for parking without needing to use physical meters or kiosks. - Easy to use basic functionality once set up properly. - Mobile notifications and email alerts, though sometimes delayed, help remind users about parking expiry times. - Ability to extend parking time remotely from the app. ### Cons - Frequent issues with login, especially with the removal of password login and unreliable 'magic link' emails. - App often freezes, hangs, or becomes unresponsive when setting parking duration or during usage. - Inconsistent and delayed notifications about parking expiration leading to potential tickets. - Higher parking costs and unexplained markups compared to paying at physical parking stations. - User interface issues like confusing duration selection and errors preventing clear confirmation that parking sessions have started properly. ## Similar extensions and apps - [Go Mobile PGH](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sharewire.gomobilepgh) — 191,977 users, 2.89 / 5 - [Park Smarter](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ipsgroupinc.parksmarter) — 757,698 users, 1.88 / 5 - [ParkHouston](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sharewire.parkhouston) — 207,660 users, 2.81 / 5 - [Park Lancaster](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sharewire.parklancaster) — 13,746 users, 4.53 / 5 - [Paymter](https://chrome-stats.com/d/io.paymeter.app) — 40,672 users - [ParkUp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.parkup) — 48,912 users, 2.17 / 5 - [meterEZ - Mobile Parking App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.meterez) — 53,319 users, 3.65 / 5 - [717 Parking](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sharewire.parking717) — 178,556 users, 1.83 / 5 - [ParkLouie](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.sharewire.parklouie) — 57,382 users, 4.08 / 5 - [ParkMobile: Park. 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