Android chess.com app requires access to Identity, Location, and Files; why?

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MoZdk

Anybody knows why the Android chess.com app requires access to:

    Identity
    Location
    Photos/Media/Files

It looks like pretty extensive permissions for a Chess play app, and I even have a paid account at chess.com.

I asked support@chess.com the same almost 2 weeks ago, but they have been unable to give a reply.

Best, MoZdk

jon_theo_09

Do you believe in conspiracy theories?

MoZdk

Conspiracy is taking it too far, but I am curious to hear if there is some reasonable explanation.

MoZdk

Support answered back, and said that those permissions are needed for creating your profile, country, and avatar.

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