# Circles

> Secure social sharing for friends and families

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.futo.circles`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Taras Smakula
- **Category:** SOCIAL
- **Downloads:** 1,879
- **Rating:** 2.44 / 5 (19 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.34
- **Last updated:** 2024-07-25
- **First published:** 2024-04-18
- **Publisher country:** UA
- **Size:** 55 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.futo.circles)
- **Website:** [https://circu.li/](https://circu.li/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://circles.futo.org/privacy/android/](https://circles.futo.org/privacy/android/)

## Description

"Circles" is a secure social sharing app that combines the convenience of an online network with the privacy of an encrypted messenger. With end-to-end encryption on all posts, it enables users to connect with loved ones safely, sharing photos and updates without the intrusion of ads or tracking. Keep your interactions private while enjoying the benefits of social connectivity with friends and family.

## Rankings

- #971,682 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `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`
- `org.futo.circles.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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