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Phases of the Moon

Weather M2Catalyst, LLC. ⭐ 4.22 10,000,000+

Moon phases, moon event alerts, widget, lunar calendar, almanac, moon app, lunar

Version 7.2.11 77.7 MB

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Permissions Explained 14 permissions requested View details

This app requests 14 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.
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.
⚠️ 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.
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 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 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.
⚠️ 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 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.
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 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 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 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.
ℹ️ Review Com Universetoday Moon Free Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission com.universetoday.moon.free.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 Phases of the Moon

Moon phases, moon event alerts, widget, lunar calendar, almanac, moon app, lunar

What Phases of the Moon Is Used For

Phases of the Moon is a phone app in the Weather category that appears to focus on tracking lunar activity. Based on the metadata, it may be used to check current moon phases, follow a lunar calendar, and view moon-related events or almanac-style information. The presence of widget and alert references in the short description suggests it may also support quick on-screen access and notifications for upcoming moon events.

The location permissions indicate the app may use your area to present moon information for your current region, such as local timing or event-based lunar details. Notification and background permissions suggest it may be able to send alerts and keep updating moon data over time. This makes it most relevant for users who want a simple reference tool for moon watching, planning outdoor activities around lunar cycles, or keeping a phone-based lunar calendar nearby.

Common uses

  • Check the current moon phase and lunar cycle
  • View moon event alerts and reminders
  • Use a widget for quick moon status at a glance
  • Look up lunar calendar or almanac-style details
  • See moon information based on your location
  • Keep track of upcoming moon-related events
  • Use as a phone-based reference for skywatching
Best for:
Moon tracking Lunar calendar Event alerts Phone app Weather app

App Details

Package:
com.universetoday.moon.free
Category:
Weather
Developer:
M2Catalyst, LLC.
Version:
7.2.11
Contains Ads:
No
In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

  • Package name: com.universetoday.moon.free

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