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Windfinder: Wind & Weather map

Weather • Windfinder • ⭐ 4.70 • 5,000,000+

Wind forecast, reports, tides & waves for sailing, kite, surf, boating & outdoor

Version 3.39.3 12.4 MB Everyone

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Permissions Explained 17 permissions requested View details

This app requests 17 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
ℹ️ Review	Gms Permission Ad Id com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID	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	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.
⚠️ 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.
✅ 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	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.
ℹ️ Review	Access Adservices Ad Id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID	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 Adservices Attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION	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 Adservices Topics android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS	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	Vending Billing com.android.vending.BILLING	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	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.
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	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	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.
ℹ️ Review	Providers Gsf Permission Read Gservices com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES	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	Com Studioeleven Windfinder Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission com.studioeleven.windfinder.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.

About Windfinder: Wind & Weather map

Wind, weather, waves and tides for the U.S. and anywhere in the world for sports like kitesurfing, sailing, windsurfing, surfing, wing foiling, fishing, cycling, paragliding, hiking and for all who are interested in detailed wind and weather forecasts and reports. Precise and reliable wind and weather forecasts assure that you will find the locations with the best wind, wave and weather conditions. Windfinder also displays the current wind measurements and weather observations for your real time understanding of the weather conditions. Easy to use and free of charge. FEATURES: ❖ Detailed wind and weather forecasts for more than 160,000 locations worldwide ❖ Animated wind map (wind radar) for your regional and global wind overview ❖ Displays current wind measurements and weather observations in real-time from 21,000 weather stations worldwide ❖ Tide forecasts for high and low tides for over 20,000 locations around the world ❖ Wave height, wave period and wave direction ❖ Save your favorites: Collect nearby or interesting spots and monitor travel weather for your vacation destinations ❖ Small Wind Widgets (current conditions) on your home screen ❖ New: Severe weather warnings for the US and Europe ❖ Wind speed measurements in knots, Beaufort, mph, km/h and m/s ❖ Parameters: Wind speed, wind direction, air temperature, felt temperature, clouds, precipitation, air pressure, wave parameters, tidal water levels and severe weather warnings ❖ Webcams worldwide ❖ Topographic maps and satellite images serve as a navigational aid (weather routing) ❖ Optimized display of forecasts and reports for best readability on any mobile device ❖ Optimized data transfer that enables a quicker loading speed, ideal for data usage restrictions ❖ Easy to use interface - even with wet or cold hands PERFECT FOR: ➜ Kitesurfers, Windsurfers and Wing Foilers – find that next storm or windy conditions next door or at your next vacation ➜ Sailing – use marine weather to plan that next sailing trip or ensure safe passage by avoiding bad weather at sea ➜ Surfing & wave riders – find the perfect wave and high swell ➜ SUP & Kayak – make sure high winds and waves don’t risk your trips ➜ Dinghy sailors and regatta racers – allows careful preparation for the next regatta ➜ Fishing – help ensure a good catch and a safe trip ➜ Paragliding – find a good wind right from the launch ➜ Cycling, trekking & outdoors – expect a windy adventure? ➜ Boat owners & captains – keep a constant eye on the current weather conditions and tides ➜ …and anyone who requires exact wind and weather predictions! WINDFINDER PLUS: Subscribe to Windfinder Plus to get access to all features: 🔥 Wind alerts: Specify your ideal wind conditions and get notified as soon as windy or calm days are forecasted 🔥 Superforecast: Hourly, high-resolution regional forecast models for Europe, North America, South Africa, Egypt and the Canary Islands 🔥 Wind and Weather Widgets in all sizes (with wind preview) 🔥 Wind preview: A…

What Windfinder: Wind & Weather map Is Used For

Windfinder: Wind & Weather map appears to be a weather-focused phone app built for checking wind, waves, tides, and related conditions. Based on the metadata, people commonly use it to look up detailed forecasts for specific locations, track nearby weather stations, and review current measurements before heading out for activities that depend on changing conditions.

The app seems especially useful for planning outdoor trips where wind and water conditions matter, such as sailing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, fishing, hiking, or cycling. Its location permissions suggest it can show forecasts and observations for your area, while internet access is needed to load weather data, maps, and reports. The app also mentions widgets, notifications, and severe weather warnings, so it may be used for quick checking from the home screen and for staying updated on changing conditions over time.

Because it includes tide forecasts, wave details, webcams, and weather maps, it may also help users compare destinations, choose launch or surf spots, and monitor travel weather before leaving. The metadata points to a practical forecasting tool rather than a general-purpose weather app, with a focus on marine and wind conditions.

Common uses

Check wind forecasts for a specific beach, harbor, or outdoor location
Review current station measurements and weather observations
Look up tide times and wave information for marine activities
Compare spots before planning sailing, surfing, or kitesurfing trips
Use the wind map for a wider regional or global overview
Set up home-screen widgets or alerts for quick condition checks
Monitor weather for travel or outdoor planning

Best for:

Wind sports Sailors Surfers Outdoor planners Phone users

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App Details

Package:
com.studioeleven.windfinder

Category:
Weather

Developer:
Windfinder

Version:
3.39.3

Updated:
Mar 27, 2026

Min Android:
7.0

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
Yes

In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: com.studioeleven.windfinder
Age rating: Everyone

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