Foreca Weather & Radar Security & Privacy Scorecard
Android
User location is used by Google Ads and analytics services to serve targeted ads and track usage patterns. Multiple third-party SDKs collect behavioral data about how users interact with the app. Users have limited control over what data is shared or how long it is retained.
Best for
Casual weather checking with Google and ad-supported
Avoid if
You limit apps that share location data with advertisers
Findings
- 2 critical
- 6 high
- 4 medium
- 0 low
- 0 info
0 issues identified across security and privacy analysis.
Top security issues
- Hardcoded Google Maps API Key
- WebView JavaScript Interface RCE Vectors (CellRebel SDK)
- Unencrypted GPS Coordinates
Top privacy issues
- Phone Call Monitoring by CellRebel SDK
- App Inventory Tracking by KoalaMetrics SDK
- GDPR Non-Compliance
Full analysis
Foreca Weather & Radar
Version: 4.76.1 (Build 5163)
Package: com.foreca.android.weather
Scan Date: January 21, 2026
What This Means for You
User location is used by Google Ads and analytics services to serve targeted ads and track usage patterns. Multiple third-party SDKs collect behavioral data about how users interact with the app. Users have limited control over what data is shared or how long it is retained.
Recommendation: Use With Caution
Best For: Casual weather checking with Google and ad-supported
Avoid If: You limit apps that share location data with advertisers
Key Findings
Data Security - 2 findings (1 high, 1 medium)
Network Security - 1 finding (1 high)
Code Safety - 0 findings
Privacy - 7 findings (4 critical, 2 high, 1 medium)
Privacy Concerns
What Data is Collected
- Precise location data
- Device identifiers
- App usage and behavioral data
- In-app interaction history
Third-Party Data Sharing
Data is shared with the following services:
- KoalaMetrics - Analytics and behavioral tracking
- CellRebel - Network analytics
- Firebase Analytics - Usage and event tracking
- Google Ads - Advertising targeting and delivery
- Google Maps - Mapping and location services
Understanding the Scores
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Security | 75/100 |
| Privacy | 40/100 |
| Data Security | 70/100 |
| Network Security | 80/100 |
| Code Safety | 75/100 |
| Data Collection | 35/100 |
| Data Sharing | 50/100 |
| User Control | 45/100 |
Positive Security Features
- No notable positive security practices were identified for this app.
Areas for Improvement
- The app shares precise user location with advertising services. An opt-out or location permission toggle would give users more control over what data leaves their device.
- Multiple analytics and advertising services collect behavioral data about user in-app activity, with limited transparency about what is collected and for how long it is retained.
- Options for limiting or stopping data sharing are unclear. Stronger, accessible user controls over data collection scope would meaningfully improve this score.
About This Analysis
This scorecard is based on automated static analysis of the app at the version listed below. Scores and findings reflect the state of the app at the time of the scan and may change with future updates.
App Details
- App Name: Foreca Weather & Radar
- Package ID: com.foreca.android.weather
- Version: 4.76.1 (Build 5163)
- Scan Date: January 21, 2026
- Analysis by: canITrustThat
Versions & scan history
| Scan | Date | Overall score |
|---|---|---|
| #1 (current) | 58/100 |