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BBC Weather

Weather • British Broadcasting Corporation • ⭐ 4.50 • 10,000,000+

You're always prepared with the latest weather forecast from BBC Weather.

Version 4.5.0 13.6 MB

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Permissions Explained 25 permissions requested View details

This app requests 25 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status Permission What it means Why it may be used User safety note
✅ Common Internet access android.permission.INTERNET Allows the app to open network connections and communicate with online services. Commonly used for streaming, syncing, login, ads, analytics, downloads, cloud features, and app updates. Common permission. Review the app’s behavior if it does not appear to need online access.
✅ Common View network status android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Allows the app to check whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi, mobile data, or another network. Often used to avoid loading content when offline or to adjust loading based on connection quality. Generally low risk by itself.
ℹ️ Review Send notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Allows the app to send notifications to the device. Used for alerts, reminders, messages, account activity, updates, or media controls. Review notification settings if the app sends too many alerts.
⚠️ Sensitive Read phone state android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE Allows the app to access phone status and device-related information. Used for call handling, carrier services, device identification, account security, or playback interruption handling. Sensitive permission. Review whether the app has a clear phone-related reason.
ℹ️ Review Receive Boot Completed android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive Precise location android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Allows the app to access the device’s precise location when granted by the user. Used for maps, navigation, local recommendations, weather, rideshare, nearby devices, or location-based content. Sensitive permission. Grant only when location access matches the app’s purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive Approximate location android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Allows the app to access an approximate device location. Used for weather, local content, regional features, nearby services, or location-based settings. Sensitive permission. Review whether the app needs location access.
ℹ️ Review Access Background Location android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Uk Co Bbc Authtoolkit Permission Login Provider uk.co.bbc.authtoolkit.permission.LOGIN_PROVIDER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Uk Co Bbc Integrationapp Permission Login Provider uk.co.bbc.integrationapp.permission.LOGIN_PROVIDER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Uk Co Bbc Authtoolkit Sandbox Permission Login Provider uk.co.bbc.authtoolkit.sandbox.permission.LOGIN_PROVIDER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Uk Co Bbc Android Sportdomestic Permission Login Provider uk.co.bbc.android.sportdomestic.permission.LOGIN_PROVIDER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Bbc Iplayer Login Provider bbc.iplayer.android.permission.LOGIN_PROVIDER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Com Bbc Sounds Permission Login Provider com.bbc.sounds.permission.LOGIN_PROVIDER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Bbc Mobile Weather Permission Login Provider bbc.mobile.weather.permission.LOGIN_PROVIDER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Bbc Mobile News Uk Permission Login Provider bbc.mobile.news.uk.permission.LOGIN_PROVIDER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Com Amazon Device Messaging Permission Receive com.amazon.device.messaging.permission.RECEIVE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Bbc Mobile Weather Permission Receive Adm Message bbc.mobile.weather.permission.RECEIVE_ADM_MESSAGE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Keep device awake android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Allows the app to prevent the device from sleeping while a task is running. Used for media playback, downloads, navigation, alarms, calls, or long-running background tasks. Review battery usage if the app keeps the device awake too often.
✅ Common Vibration control android.permission.VIBRATE Allows the app to control device vibration. Used for notifications, alerts, haptic feedback, timers, alarms, or game feedback. Generally low risk by itself.
ℹ️ Review C2dm Permission Receive com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Foreground Service android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Bbc Mobile Weather Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission bbc.mobile.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Access Wifi State android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Finsky Permission Bind Get Install Referrer Service com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About BBC Weather

You're always prepared with the latest weather forecast from BBC Weather.

What BBC Weather Is Used For

BBC Weather appears to be a weather forecast app for phones, designed to help people check current conditions and plan ahead using location-based weather data. Based on the app category and permissions, it may use your device’s precise or approximate location to show forecasts for your area and to keep weather updates relevant as you move around.

The app may also send notifications and background updates, which can be useful for receiving weather alerts, reminders, or forecast changes without opening the app repeatedly. Permissions such as internet access and network state suggest it relies on online weather data, while boot completion and background location permissions indicate it may support ongoing updates and timely local information. This type of app is commonly used for daily commute checks, travel planning, and deciding what to wear or carry before heading out.

Common uses

  • Check current weather conditions and short-term forecasts
  • View location-based forecasts for home, work, or travel areas
  • Receive weather notifications or alerts when conditions change
  • Plan daily routines around rain, temperature, or wind updates
  • Use background updates for quicker access to local weather information
  • Helpful for commuting, school runs, and outdoor activities
  • Suitable for quick weather checks on a phone
Best for:
daily weather checks location-based forecasts commuters travel planning phone users
Related tags
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App Details

Package:
bbc.mobile.weather
Category:
Weather
Developer:
British Broadcasting Corporation
Version:
4.5.0
Contains Ads:
No
In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

  • Package name: bbc.mobile.weather

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How to Download BBC Weather

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