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The Local - News in English

News & Magazines • The Local Europe AB • ⭐ 4.80 • 50,000+
Version 5.4.1 Everyone

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Permissions Explained 11 permissions requested View details

This app requests 11 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 Approximate Location (network Based) approximate location (network-based) 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 Precise Location (gps And Network Based) precise location (GPS and network-based) 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 View Wi Fi Connections view Wi-Fi connections 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 View Network Connections view network connections 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 Full Network Access full network access 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 Reorder Running Apps reorder running apps 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 Draw Over Other Apps draw over other apps 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 Control Vibration control vibration 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 Prevent Device From Sleeping prevent device from sleeping 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 Set An Alarm set an alarm 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 Receive Data From Internet receive data from Internet 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 The Local - News in English

The Local provides the latest news, practical advice and essential guides for international residents and visitors in nine European countries. Download the app to get news, updates, guides and tips on travel, jobs, visas, citizenship, property, language, taxes, second homes, politics & more. The Local is published in English for those interested in life in Austria, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

What The Local - News in English Is Used For

The Local - News in English appears to be a news app focused on English-language reporting and practical guidance for people living in or visiting several European countries. Based on the metadata, it is commonly used to read current news, country-specific updates, and everyday information about topics such as travel, jobs, visas, citizenship, property, taxes, language, and politics.

Because it is a phone app in the News & Magazines category, it may be most useful for checking updates on the go and keeping up with local developments in the countries it covers. The location permissions suggest it may tailor some content or recommendations by region, though the exact behavior is not stated in the metadata. Network access permissions indicate it needs internet connectivity to load news and guides from the service.

Common uses

  • Read English-language news for selected European countries
  • Check practical guides for relocation and day-to-day living
  • Look up topics like visas, citizenship, taxes, and property
  • Follow updates relevant to travel, work, and local politics
  • Use location-based features that may help localize content
  • Access articles on a phone while commuting or traveling
Best for:
International residents Travelers in Europe English-language readers Relocation research Phone users
Related tags
citizenship guides country news english news europe news international residents local guides news app phone app politics news property news tax advice travel updates visa information

App Details

Package:
com.thelocal.app
Developer:
The Local Europe AB
Version:
5.4.1
Updated:
Mar 25, 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.thelocal.app
  • Age rating: Everyone

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How to Download The Local - News in English

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