# Merit

> Organize, access, and prove your credentials and achievements with Merit!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/sigma.userapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/sigma.userapp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `sigma.userapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Merit International Inc.
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 85,713
- **Rating:** 3.75 / 5 (139 ratings)
- **Version:** 13.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2024-05-14
- **First published:** 2018-01-27
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 52 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-08-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=sigma.userapp)
- **Website:** [https://merits.com](https://merits.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://app.merits.com/privacy-policy](https://app.merits.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Merit is a cutting-edge Chrome extension that centralizes all your personal and professional credentials—known as merits—in one secure digital profile. Partnering with verified organizations, Merit offers authenticated, scannable, and shareable digital records, eliminating the risk of losing physical ID cards and certificates.

Key features include seamless event check-ins with a unique Merit Key, real-time merit notifications, the ability to accept and manage new merits, options to control which credentials are public or private, and robust privacy controls to manage who can access your data. Best of all, Merit is free to download and use, providing an essential tool for professionals seeking effortless credential verification and management.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CAMERA_ROLL`
- `android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_CAPTURE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_INTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`
- `sigma.userapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Merit app offers a convenient way to store and share digital licenses and certifications, which users find helpful for career opportunities. However, many users report frequent crashes, login problems, and a confusing app interface that requires multiple logins via web pages. There are also concerns about the app's purpose and legitimacy. While some appreciate the app's digital convenience, technical issues and poor usability significantly impact user experience.

### Pros

- Allows digital storage and sharing of licenses and certifications
- Provides easy and fast access to documents and credentials
- Potential for career and job opportunity connections
- Created or supported by legislative authorities, adding credibility
- Users appreciate the convenience of having all licenses in a digital form

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and app not working or closing upon launch
- Forced login to multiple web pages within the app, reducing usability
- Login issues with emails and accounts not recognized or failing
- Limited support and difficulties navigating submissions or finding information
- Concerns over app purpose and skepticism about legitimacy and usefulness

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/sigma.userapp)