# Start Hearing

> Start Hearing App for Start Hearing OTC hearing aids.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/start.hearing](https://chrome-stats.com/d/start.hearing)

## Overview

- **ID:** `start.hearing`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Novidan, Inc.
- **Category:** MEDICAL
- **Downloads:** 96
- **Version:** 0.0.73
- **Last updated:** 2025-06-12
- **First published:** 2022-12-06
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 251 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=start.hearing)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.starthearing.com/privacy-and-terms](https://www.starthearing.com/privacy-and-terms)

## Description

The Start Hearing App is compatible with Start Hearing one over the counter hearing aids that have Bluetooth® technology offering advanced features when paired with a compatible Android phone. <br><br>Start Hearing App features:<br>•	Get started with your OTC hearing aids quickly and easily with an easy-to-follow tutorial on using your hearing aids to their fullest.<br>•	Choose between 4 audio programs to best suit what sounds you’re listening to: Home, Restaurant, Outside, or Music<br>•	Personalize each audio program to your preferences with Fullness and Brightness adjustments<br>•	Stream calls, music, and other audio to directly to your hearing aids from your Apple iOS device<br><br>Start Hearing is here to help customers at every stage of their hearing journey.  Call the number provided in your user manual or quick start guide to connect with one of our Hearing Care Advisors for help with caring for your hearing aids. If you have additional questions, they can also help you find a hearing care professional near you.<br><br>Start Hearing. It’s only the beginning.<br><br>Note: the app will automatically reconnect to your hearing aids each time it is used.<br><br>Mobile app not required to use hearing aids.

## Rankings

- #1,986,268 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_PROFILE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `start.hearing.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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