Pointchat Calls & Chat (Beta)

Name: Pointchat Calls & Chat (Beta)
Author: Pointcast

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Pointchat is a video calling and messaging app that is built for privacy.

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Total installs: 187
Installs / day: 0
Rating: —★
Released: 18 Oct 2023
Last update: 23 Jun 2025
Countries: —

Install history

exact counter from Google Play

30dAll

Installs per day · last 90 days

Change timeline

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Country availability

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App manifest

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Data safety

declared by the developer on Google Play

No data shared with third parties
Collects data App activity and App info and performance
Data is encrypted in transit
You can ask for your data to be deleted

This is the developer's own declaration, summarised from the Play listing. The permissions below show what the app is technically able to access.

Permissions

28 in 11 groups

14 Sensitive9 Notable5 Routine

What this app can do with your phone

Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networks
Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks
Use your camera to take photos and record videos
Record sound using your phone's microphone
See the list of accounts on your phone, like Google or email accounts
See every contact saved on your phone, including names, numbers and emails

IdentitySensitive2

Access to accounts on the device and your personal profile card

See the list of accounts on your phone, like Google or email accountsfind accounts on the device · GET_ACCOUNTS
Add or remove accounts on your device and delete their saved passwordsadd or remove accounts · MANAGE_ACCOUNTS

ContactsSensitive2

Access to the contacts saved on your phone

See the list of accounts on your phone, like Google or email accountsfind accounts on the device · GET_ACCOUNTS
See every contact saved on your phone, including names, numbers and emailsread your contacts · READ_CONTACTS

LocationSensitive2

Access to where your device is, using GPS or network signals

Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networksapproximate location (network-based) · ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networksprecise location (GPS and network-based) · ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION

Photos/Media/FilesSensitive2

Access to photos, videos, music and other files stored on your device

Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storagemodify or delete the contents of your USB storage · WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

StorageSensitive2

Access to files, photos and media saved on your phone's storage

Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storagemodify or delete the contents of your USB storage · WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

CameraSensitive1

Access to your camera to take photos and record video

Use your camera to take photos and record videostake pictures and videos · CAMERA

MicrophoneSensitive1

Access to your phone's microphone to record sound

Record sound using your phone's microphonerecord audio · RECORD_AUDIO

PhoneNotable1

Access to phone calls, call history, and voicemail

See your phone number, device IDs, whether a call is active, and the other caller's numberread phone status and identity · READ_PHONE_STATE

Device ID & call informationNotable1

Access to your phone's identifiers, mobile network details, and call status

See your phone number, device IDs, whether a call is active, and the other caller's numberread phone status and identity · READ_PHONE_STATE

Wi-Fi connection informationRoutine1

Access to details about Wi-Fi networks your device sees or uses

See whether Wi-Fi is on and details of the network you are connected toview Wi-Fi connections · ACCESS_WIFI_STATE

OtherSensitive13

Access to miscellaneous device features that don't fit other categories

Show its own windows or bubbles on top of other apps you are usingdraw over other apps · SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Change device settings like screen brightness, ringtone or screen timeoutmodify system settings · WRITE_SETTINGS
See Bluetooth settings and connect to paired devices like headphones, speakers or watchespair with Bluetooth devices · BLUETOOTH
Turn Bluetooth on or off and find and pair with nearby Bluetooth devicesaccess Bluetooth settings · BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
Change how your phone connects to networks, like switching connections on or offchange network connectivity · CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE
Temporarily turn off your screen lock, for example to show an incoming calldisable your screen lock · DISABLE_KEYGUARD
Change volume and choose which speaker or headset plays soundchange your audio settings · MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS
Start itself automatically as soon as your phone finishes turning onrun at startup · RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Keep your phone's processor or screen from going to sleep, which can use more batteryprevent device from sleeping · WAKE_LOCK
Check whether you are online and whether you use Wi-Fi or mobile dataview network connections · ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
Connect to the internet to load content and send datafull network access · INTERNET
Read Google service settings stored on your deviceread Google service configuration · com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES
Receive push messages sent from the app's servers over the internetreceive data from Internet · com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE

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Sensitive = can reach personal data, location, camera/mic or act on your behalf. Notable = changes how your device behaves. Routine = normal for almost every app. Source: Google Play's permission list for all versions of this app.

Store listing

Full description

Pointchat is a video calling and messaging app that is built for privacy first. Create private, safe and secure connections with people you meet without exchanging any personal information. No phone number or email required. Pointchat is your Personal Private Network and It’s fast, secure, reliable and FREE. ULTIMATE PRIVACY • No phone number or email address is required to sign up or to connect with others. • Your personal messages and calls are end-to-end encrypted. No one can read or listen to them. • No tracking. No Ads. You own your privacy. • Block others from taking screenshots and recording video. • Disappearing text chats. EASY CONNECTIONS • To connect to others you can simply point your mobile phone at other Pointchat users nearby or by send a temporary ID to a remote user. • No need to share any personal information such as phone numbers, email addresses or even your name to connect and add new people to your contact list. • Perfect for connecting with people you meet at conferences, school, clubs and any place where you may want to stay in touch but don’t want to share personal info. SAFE, SECURE & SPAM PROOF • Instantly sever the connection with a contact at any time, leaving no trace on the other person's phone so they can’t contact you again. • Since each connection between two people is uniquely encrypted, the app is completely secure and spam-proof. No one you are not connected to can contact you or bother you. RELIABLE VIDEO, AUDIO AND TEXT CHATS • Fast and clear high-quality video and audio calls that are always free. • Send texts, voice messages, photos, videos, GIFs, and files. • React and reply to specific messages and use emojis CUSTOM PROFILES • Customize names and profile photos. • Settings for notifications, online status, screenshot blocking and disappearing chats can be customized for each of your contacts.

What's new

Major design updates! We've made it easier to get started and add new friends. Improved support for Android 14 and higher. Just point your phone to connect, chat and call.

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