What are these Android app permissions the Free2move app is asking for?

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What are these Android app permissions the Free2move app is asking for?
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When you download and open the Free2move app on your Android device, you'll be asked to grant certain permissions. Permissions are special privileges that apps must request if they want to access data or functions on your phone. For example, if you want to find a car near you, the Free2move app will ask for permission to see your exact location.

Some apps ask for more permissions than necessary – not cool. We ask for the bare essentials so that the Free2move app works well for you.

To improve GPS location quality, so your location is as precise as possible on the map:

  • android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

To secure your login in the Free2move app:

  • android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS
    (maxSdkVersion=22)
  • android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS
    (maxSdkVersion=22)
  • android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS
    (maxSdkVersion=22)
  • android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS
    (maxSdkVersion=22)


Internet access – necessary for displaying available cars:

  • android.permission.INTERNET

To support in-app driver’s license validation:

  • android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
    (maxSdkVersion=22)
  • android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

To support push messaging for the radar feature:

  • android.permission.VIBRATE
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
  • android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE
  • android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
  • android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS
  • android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
  • android.permission.ACCESS_DOWNLOAD_MANAGER

To enable fingerprint authentication (instead of your magic PIN) to unlock cars:

  • android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT

For Google Maps and Google Cloud Messaging:

  • com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES

By requesting these permissions, Free2move ensures the app functions correctly and provides the necessary features for car-sharing. If you have concerns about any specific permission, you can always check the app’s privacy policy or contact their customer service for more information.