# EchoLink

> Access EchoLink anywhere, anytime, from your Android phone or tablet!

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.echolink.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Synergenics, LLC
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 811,253
- **Rating:** 4.02 / 5 (7,285 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-07
- **First published:** 2010-08-24
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 5.76 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.echolink.android)
- **Website:** [http://groups.google.com/group/echolink-android](http://groups.google.com/group/echolink-android)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.echolink.org/privacypolicy.htm](http://www.echolink.org/privacypolicy.htm)

## Description

EchoLink is an essential Android app designed exclusively for licensed Amateur Radio operators. It enables users to connect to the EchoLink system anytime, anywhere, using WiFi or cellular networks such as 3G, 4G, or LTE. The app requires a password for access, which new users can create upon startup if they hold a valid license. For password recovery, users can visit www.echolink.org/validation.

Designed for mobile convenience, EchoLink facilitates seamless communication within the Amateur Radio community directly from Android smartphones or tablets. For more information and support, visit www.echolink.org or report issues via android@echolink.org, as the development team does not monitor app store reviews for bugs.

## Rankings

- #77,181 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `org.echolink.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

### Pros

- User-friendly interface and repeater/user listings.
- Great for making international contacts for hams.
- Useful for connecting with others without needing a laptop.

### Cons

- Connection issues, especially with proxies and when switching networks.
- Mic sensitivity problems - users need to speak loudly for others to hear.
- Lack of earphone/headphone support and issues with audio routing.

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