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OBDLink (OBD car diagnostics)

Communication • OBD Solutions, LLC • ⭐ 4.70 • 1,000,000+

Version 6.14.0 Everyone

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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
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	Read The Contents Of Your Usb Storage read the contents of your USB storage	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	Modify Or Delete The Contents Of Your Usb Storage modify or delete the contents of your USB storage	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	Pair With Bluetooth Devices pair with Bluetooth devices	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 Bluetooth Settings access Bluetooth settings	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	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	Modify System Settings modify system settings	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	Google Play License Check Google Play license check	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	Read Google Service Configuration read Google service configuration	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 OBDLink (OBD car diagnostics)

***The OBDLink app exclusively works with these adapters*** - OBDLink MX+ - OBDLink EX USB (with Android 3.1 or newer) - OBDLink CX - OBDLink LX Bluetooth - OBDLink SX USB (with Android 3.1 or newer) - OBDLink Bluetooth - OBDLink MX Bluetooth - OBDLink MX Wi-Fi - OBDLink WiFi ***The app will NOT work with any other brand of OBD adapter.*** Turn your phone or tablet into a full-fledged diagnostic scan tool: read diagnostic trouble codes, clear the "Check Engine" light, check emissions readiness, estimate fuel economy and much more! Key features: - Check and clear diagnostic trouble codes - Read freeze frame data - Display real-time data (over 90 parameters!) - Customizable dashboards - Emissions readiness for each US state - Fuel economy MPG, l/100km or km/l calculation - Multiple trip meters - Log data to CSV format (compatible with Excel) - Retrieve vehicle information including VIN number and calibration ID - Oxygen Sensor Results (Mode $05) - On-board Monitoring Tests (Mode $06) - In-performance Tracking Counters (Mode $09) - GPS tracking - plot vehicle parameters on a map in real-time - Full diagnostic report that can be e-mailed - English and Metric units - Free unlimited updates - Ad-free

What OBDLink (OBD car diagnostics) Is Used For

OBDLink appears to be a vehicle diagnostics app that works with specific OBDLink adapters on Android phones or tablets. Based on the metadata, it is used to connect to a car’s onboard diagnostics system so you can read trouble codes, clear the Check Engine light, and review emissions-related status and vehicle information such as VIN and calibration data.

It also appears suited for monitoring live engine and sensor data while driving or testing a vehicle. The app mentions customizable dashboards, fuel economy calculations, trip meters, CSV logging, and GPS-based tracking, which suggests it may be useful for people who want to review vehicle performance over time or export data for later analysis. Because it requests Bluetooth, USB, network, and location permissions, it likely relies on adapter connection, live data transfer, and GPS features for some functions.

The metadata says it exclusively works with supported OBDLink adapters, so it may be most relevant for users who already own one of those devices and want a phone-based scan tool rather than a standalone handheld reader.

Common uses

Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes
Check engine and emissions status
View live vehicle sensor data on customizable dashboards
Log trip and vehicle data to CSV for later review
Look up VIN, calibration ID, and onboard test results
Track fuel economy and driving data over time
Use GPS features to map vehicle parameters in real time

Best for:

Car owners DIY vehicle diagnostics OBDLink adapter users Trip and fuel tracking Phone app

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App Details

Package:
OCTech.Mobile.Applications.OBDLink

Category:
Communication

Developer:
OBD Solutions, LLC

Version:
6.14.0

Updated:
Mar 11, 2026

Min Android:
6.0

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
No

In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: OCTech.Mobile.Applications.OBDLink
Age rating: Everyone

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