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VLC Streamer Free

Version 2.20.39 (1638) 11.2 MB

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Permissions Explained 10 permissions requested View details

This app requests 10 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
⚠️ 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.
⚠️ Sensitive	Modify external storage android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to write or modify files in shared device storage.	Used for saving downloads, media files, exports, edited documents, backups, or cached content.	Sensitive permission. Make sure file access matches the app’s purpose.
✅ 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.
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.
✅ 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	Change Wifi Multicast State android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_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	Get Accounts android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS	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.
ℹ️ Review	Change Wifi State android.permission.CHANGE_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.
⚠️ Sensitive	Read external storage android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to read files from shared device storage.	Used by media players, file managers, backup apps, editors, upload tools, and document apps.	Sensitive permission. Review carefully if the app does not need access to files or media.

About VLC Streamer Free

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What VLC Streamer Free Is Used For

VLC Streamer Free appears to be a phone app for streaming media over a local network. Based on the title and its network and storage permissions, it may be used to send video or audio content from one device to another, often in a home Wi‑Fi setup. Apps like this are commonly used when someone wants to access media on a phone or another connected device without copying every file manually.

The storage permissions suggest it may need access to files saved on the device, while the internet and Wi‑Fi permissions point to local network communication. The wake lock permission may help keep streaming active during playback. Since the metadata does not include a detailed description, the app appears best suited for basic media access and streaming tasks rather than broader media management. It may be useful for users who regularly play local files and want a lightweight way to stream them within the same network.

Common uses

Stream local media over Wi‑Fi
Access files stored on the device
Play audio or video without manual copying
Use in a home network setting
Keep playback active during longer sessions
Manage media on a phone-based setup

Best for:

home users media streaming local network use phone app Wi‑Fi playback

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App Details

Package:
com.hobbyistsoftware.android.vlcrstreamer_free

Version:
2.20.39 (1638)

Contains Ads:
No

In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

Package name: com.hobbyistsoftware.android.vlcrstreamer_free

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