NPR: National & Local News

By: NPR

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Features & Capabilities

Experience the best of public radio with the NPR Chrome extension. Get personalized streams of news, insightful podcasts, and live music including exclusive Tiny Desk Concerts. Customize your listening with NPR One, explore curated podcast selections, and connect seamlessly via Chromecast, AirPlay, Apple CarPlay, or Bluetooth.

Stay informed on local and national events, enjoy sponsor-free podcasts with NPR+, and support public media. This free app offers a unique blend of news, culture, and entertainment all in one accessible platform, keeping you connected wherever you go.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

NPR

Downloads:

5,994,928 160

Rating:

4.84

(37,044) 98 new ratings

Version:

7.6.1 Last updated: 2026-06-05

Version code:

140933

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS Very high risk
android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS High risk
android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS High risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH Moderate risk
android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION Moderate risk
android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS Moderate risk

Size:

30.95MB

Email:

np*****@npr.org

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-14

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 20,563 ▲ 176

Other rankings

#51 in News and magazines (Free) ▼ 12#12 in news keyword 37

Other platforms

NPR: National & Local News (v7.6.0)

4.60

(64,059)

For Developers

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

NPR

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.npr.android.news

Email:

np*****@npr.org

Website:

http://www.npr.org

User Reviews

Users praise NPR for trusted, unbiased reporting and a convenient morning Up First digest, plus broad NPR content via NPR One and podcasts. The app is valued for its reliability and long-standing credibility. However, users frequently flag UX/privacy issues, notably a radio feature that auto-plays and a bottom bar that's hard to disable, plus concerns about mandatory sign-in and ads/tracking, and occasional feed repetition or monetization prompts. Overall, NPR remains a trusted, essential news source with strong content, but could improve in user experience and privacy controls.

Pros

Trusted, unbiased NPR news with clear, reliable reporting.
Up First provides a concise, morning news digest.
Broad content ecosystem including NPR One, podcasts, and other NPR programs.
Longstanding credibility and trust across decades.
Calm, clear narration that makes it easy to absorb the news.

Cons

Auto-playing radio feature and persistent bottom radio bar that can't be disabled (including Bluetooth auto-play).
Privacy concerns: mandatory sign-in and advertising/tracking.
Repetition of stories in the feed occasionally.
Monetization prompts or paid features (e.g., prompts to favorite a station).

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