Hey tweeple
I'm looking for an app that can block a resource to a particular app
For eg block interest access to WhatsApp but not for other apps like Gmail
Like a toggle... Block access for 10min and then switch it back on to allow access
And in this while other apps should not suffer
I mostly want to block Internet access
You get me point?
I know about PDroid but looking for something more faster
Thanks for your replies
- - Greetings From India
how about LBE Privacy Guard
Pdroid.
Cryss said:
Pdroid.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Read carefully. He knows about it.
Kakashi Hatake said:
Read carefully. He knows about it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If he knew it then he shouldn't have asked it at the first place Anyways, is there really an app like that ? Ya of course, Pdroid ! Lol !!!
Sent from my GT-S5830 using xda premium
Related
If an app requires no special permission to install, does that mean it is a safe app to install and I don't have to worry about malware?
I'd say so. Apps like a simple clock widget with a plethora of permissions are what you need to look out for.
As long as it is not a root app, yes.
Sent from my SPH-D710 using Tapatalk
If you ever have doubt due to the description/pictures/comments, chances are it's something fishy. Always check their other apps, see what the comments say.
And, you can never go wrong with Google-ing the app name and/or app author.
kingsway8605 said:
As long as it is not a root app, yes.
Sent from my SPH-D710 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Especially this ^
I would worry most about apps that have permissions that make zero sense. (Related to the apps function)
*cough* Facebook app with full messaging permissions *cough*
Thanks for the reply. I'm only asking because of apps that are new to the market that don't require any permission. Since the apps are new, there are not many comments to read and not much available when googling the app.
Also, how do I know if an app is a root app?
joe.stay said:
Thanks for the reply. I'm only asking because of apps that are new to the market that don't require any permission. Since the apps are new, there are not many comments to read and not much available when googling the app.
Also, how do I know if an app is a root app?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It will either state "root required" in the description or have [root] in the name of the app.
Or both.
joe.stay said:
Thanks for the reply. I'm only asking because of apps that are new to the market that don't require any permission. Since the apps are new, there are not many comments to read and not much available when googling the app.
Also, how do I know if an app is a root app?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
When you first open it, the app will require you to grant it root access. If it doesn't and you think it's using superuser, you can check within the superuser app.
Sent from my E4GT
joe.stay is like Oprah, you get a thanks, you get a thanks, everyone gets a thanks!!!
Sent from my SPH-D710 using Tapatalk
Thanks to everyone.
Does anyone know of an app that behaves like Snitch for Mac?
It would show you what software is currently using the internet. Like a live update of what is using data.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda app-developers app
I know what you're talking about but I doubt it exists. Heres what you can do though.
To check what is using your data simply go to settings>data usage.
To see what processes are running go into settings>application manager>running
Hope that somewhat answers your question.
Actually I think there is one app in the Android development apps section called LBE or something. It is basically an app that monitors apps and permissions they request. Like when an app wants to go online while in the background, the LBE app would notify you and ask if it should grant or deny permission, just like good old lil' snitch. It's been a while I used this, back in my nexus one and gingerbread days. But I think the developer is still keeping it up to date.
Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1091065
LBE Privacy Guard - Most Powerful privacy protection app for Android
genardas said:
I know what you're talking about but I doubt it exists. Heres what you can do though.
To check what is using your data simply go to settings>data usage.
To see what processes are running go into settings>application manager>running
Hope that somewhat answers your question.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks genardas, that's a great suggestion.
djide said:
Actually I think there is one app in the Android development apps section called LBE or something. It is basically an app that monitors apps and permissions they request. Like when an app wants to go online while in the background, the LBE app would notify you and ask if it should grant or deny permission, just like good old lil' snitch. It's been a while I used this, back in my nexus one and gingerbread days. But I think the developer is still keeping it up to date.
Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1091065
LBE Privacy Guard - Most Powerful privacy protection app for Android
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
djide... that's exactly what I've been looking for!
from this day forward, you are granted the privilege to be my XDA friend.
:silly:
We all know that some days ago all "Ad Blocking" apps were removed from Play Store so I have backed up the best ad blocking app for me
AdFree v0.8.47
https://www.dropbox.com/s/qlezv428dn8wdkh/AdFree_v0.8.47.apk
Hope you enjoy it !!!
Google, big looser.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2
Glad I keep a repository of my face apps :banghead:
Sent from my ADR6300 using Tapatalk 2
AW: AdFree - now removed from Play Store
THX man ... Thats also my favorite
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
Wow thank you so much!!! I was startin' to worry about not finding any ad blocking app
This sucks, but the good thing is that there are alternative app repos... For example, I am ising a different ad blocker (AdAway), and it moved to F-Droid, as noted on the dev page: https://code.google.com/p/ad-away/. So, hopefully, all such apps will still be available elsewhere.
Thanks man, great app.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2
Thanks :good:
kt-Froggy said:
This sucks, but the good thing is that there are alternative app repos... For example, I am ising a different ad blocker (AdAway), and it moved to F-Droid, as noted on the dev page: https://code.google.com/p/ad-away/. So, hopefully, all such apps will still be available elsewhere.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Great information, I used blackmart but havent tried F-Droid. Good information :good:
thannks man :good:
There are many good alternatives to Google playstore... Anyway, you do not really need an adfree app.. If you are on DorimanX kernel you can use stweaks to automatically download and update the hosts file that will block 90% of ads... Adfree apps are useles.. just update the hosts file manually... Also, you can mod any app to remove it's built in ads.. I do it all the time.. edit smali files to block hosts and set banner sized to zero... Just name any free app you want to be adfree and I can provide you a modded apk that is adfree (over PM so i won't violate XDA rules)
Why to take time to modify every app that I want to have in my phone if I can use a single program to do that.
Also not everybody has the same kernel and that is why this app is very usefull
Thanks for this !
Thanks a ton
arturox said:
We all know that some days ago all "Ad Blocking" apps were removed from Play Store so I have backed up the best ad blocking app for me
AdFree v0.8.47
https://www.dropbox.com/s/ca4l9f0abdbvrl1/AdFree_0.8.47.apk
Hope you enjoy it !!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you so much for the apk.
Thx :good:
Does this version of adfree requires root?
Can it be installed on android tablets too?
sgsI9003 said:
Does this version of adfree requires root?
Can it be installed on android tablets too?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes, and yes.
Wow thanks this is really working
Somehow google is deleting this app once again from my phone I cant find after I installed it few days back, its been deleted from my app list.
It doesn't look like app is supported or updated anymore. Time to switch to this: http://adblockplus.org/en/android
Hi
I've tried and looked for several apps to manage the app permissions: LBESM, Pdroid, XPrivacy and so on...
Some apps don't work correctly and others aren't compatible with AOSP 4.2.2.
I'd like to have your point of view to have trust app to manager the permissions and if possible (or another app) to identify possible malwares.
Atm the better one for Permissions mangement is "Permissions Management" available in my Rom and BitDefender Mobile Security for malwares.
Thanks.
PS: I know that several topics already deal with this subject but I'd like to discuss with fresh information and compatible (AOSP 4.2.2 + Note II).
I would recommend you to use ROM toolbox.
it has inbuilt auto start manager which helps you to manage permissions efficiently.
Thanks, I'll have a look soon.
What is the exact option?
Edit
I found it.
Other ideas ?
Sent from my GT-N7100 using xda app-developers app
Lucky patcher...
sent from my phone using hands and brain...
dagger said:
Lucky patcher...
sent from my phone using hands and brain...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You recommend to use an illegal tool???
Memphis_ said:
You recommend to use an illegal tool???
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I never said that I recommend it..
dagger said:
I never said that I recommend it..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
OK but not for me
Memphis_ said:
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
OK but not for me
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
sent from my phone using hands and brain...
Anyone know a way to block apps from seeing root? My work requires an app to get access to the exchange server, but it checks to see if I'm rooted. I reverted back to stock after not finding a good solution, but I miss CM so I'm hoping there's a way...
kwheaties said:
Anyone know a way to block apps from seeing root? My work requires an app to get access to the exchange server, but it checks to see if I'm rooted. I reverted back to stock after not finding a good solution, but I miss CM so I'm hoping there's a way...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I think (keyword:think) MIUI from Notorious has that option. You could try that.
Be sure to read your company's policy though, because it may be illegal to do that.
------------------------
Sprint Galaxy S3
Stock - Whiplashh Rom - MIUI - Wicked Sensations
Hit that "Thanks" Button if I helped you!
kwheaties said:
Anyone know a way to block apps from seeing root? My work requires an app to get access to the exchange server, but it checks to see if I'm rooted. I reverted back to stock after not finding a good solution, but I miss CM so I'm hoping there's a way...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How about blocking it through SU app?
Sent from my GalaxyS3
joeyhdownsouth said:
How about blocking it through SU app?
Sent from my GalaxyS3
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Great idea, but would that stop the app from running as root or checking for root? My company app doesn't need root to run but it checks randomly for root access....
Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 4
kwheaties said:
Great idea, but would that stop the app from running as root or checking for root? My company app doesn't need root to run but it checks randomly for root access....
Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 4
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
My bad, I think it only blocks root on a per app basis. Your companies' server will probably still see phone root access.
Sent from my GalaxyS3
kwheaties said:
Great idea, but would that stop the app from running as root or checking for root? My company app doesn't need root to run but it checks randomly for root access....
Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 4
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How about THIS app?
Sent from my GalaxyS3
joeyhdownsouth said:
How about THIS app?
Sent from my GalaxyS3
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for the link. I found this app previously, but was hoping someone had experience with it. I guess I could root and give it a try...
kwheaties said:
Thanks for the link. I found this app previously, but was hoping someone had experience with it. I guess I could root and give it a try...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
From my understanding, it may or may not work with CM type ROMs.
Sent from my GalaxyS3