VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV

VK LLC · VK Video is a streaming app that lets you watch films, series and shows online or offline.

Native Android Entertainment VK LLC
Bundle ID com.vk.vkvideo
Version analyzed 1.151
Build framework Native Android
SDKs detected 14
Analyzed 2026-10-03
Exploratory agent run

What VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV does

VK Video is a centralized multimedia streaming and hosting platform designed for the consumption of both long-form video content and short-form vertical media. The application architecture supports a social-driven ecosystem where users can discover content through personalized recommendations, follow specific creators, and engage with media via interactive social layers. It features a robust playback engine capable of background processing via a mini-player and supports offline content availability through local caching.

Observed on screen

  • Short-Form Video Feed (Clips) A dedicated interface for vertical, high-engagement video content featuring gesture-based navigation and social interaction tools.
  • Content Discovery and Search A centralized search module and algorithmic "For You" feed that facilitate the retrieval of trending or specific video assets.
  • Offline Media Access Functionality allowing users to download and store video files for asynchronous playback without network connectivity.
  • Subscription Management A dedicated "Following" module that aggregates content updates from subscribed channels and creators.
  • Advanced Playback Engine Includes support for mini-player multitasking, full-screen transitions, and sequential playback controls.
  • Social Engagement Layer Integrated systems for user interactions, including threaded commenting, liking, and multi-platform sharing.
  • Structured Content Organization Supports complex media hierarchies, including playlists and episodic content categorized by seasons and series.
  • Creator Profiles Comprehensive author pages displaying follower metrics, video archives, and organized media playlists.

Written from a FlyTrap agent exploring the app on a real device, not from the store listing. It covers only the screens that run reached, so anything behind a login, paywall or region lock is absent.

Static + runtime analysis

SDKs detected

14 SDKs found across 9 categories. Click any SDK to see every other app that uses it.

All SDKs
From manifest + Info.plist

Permissions requested 18 sensitive

83 permissions requested at runtime. Colors reflect platform sensitivity tier.

Media location metadata sensitive

Read location metadata embedded in shared media files.

Approximate location sensitive

Access approximate location (network-based).

Precise location sensitive

Access exact location via GPS, cell, and Wi-Fi.

Write storage sensitive

Write files to shared external storage. No-op for apps targeting Android 11+.

Read storage sensitive

Read files from shared external storage. Replaced by READ_MEDIA_* on Android 13+.

Selected photos and videos sensitive

Access only photos and videos the user explicitly selected.

Read images sensitive

Read image files from shared storage.

Read videos sensitive

Read video files from shared storage.

Microphone sensitive

Record audio from the microphone.

Camera sensitive

Take pictures and record video.

Read phone state sensitive

Read phone state, network info, and the device's phone number.

Camera sensitive

Take pictures and record video.

Read call log sensitive

Read the user's call log.

Read phone numbers sensitive

Read the device's phone numbers.

Find accounts on device sensitive

Read the list of accounts known to the device.

Post notifications sensitive

Post notifications to the system.

Read phone numbers sensitive

Read the device's phone numbers.

Make phone calls sensitive

Initiate a phone call without going through the dialer UI.

com.vkontakte.android.permission.ACCESS DATA standard
com.vkontakte.android.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
com.vkontakte.android.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
com.vk.calls.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
com.vk.calls.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
com.vk.clips.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
com.vk.clips.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
com.vk.im.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
com.vk.im.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
com.vk.love.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
com.vk.love.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
ru.vk.store.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
ru.vk.store.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
com.uma.musicvk.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
com.uma.musicvk.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
ru.mail.mailapp.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
ru.mail.mailapp.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
live.vkplay.app.usersstore.permission.SAVE standard
live.vkplay.app.usersstore.permission.LOAD standard
Network state standard

Read connectivity information.

USE FULL SCREEN INTENT standard
Internet access standard

Open network sockets.

com.vkontakte.android.permission.APP REDIRECT standard
com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL SHORTCUT standard
Run at startup standard

Receive the BOOT_COMPLETED broadcast.

Foreground service standard

Run a foreground service.

Foreground service: data sync standard

Required for foreground services of type dataSync.

Foreground service: media playback standard

Required for foreground services of type mediaPlayback.

Vibrate standard

Control the vibrator.

Wake lock standard

Keep the device awake.

Wi-Fi state standard

Read Wi-Fi connection information.

QUICKBOOT POWERON standard
Change Wi-Fi state standard

Change Wi-Fi connectivity state.

DETECT SCREEN CAPTURE standard
Act as account authenticator standard

Act as the AccountAuthenticator for the AccountManager.

android.provider.Telephony.SMS RECEIVED standard
com.huawei.hmsforcar.carappinit.CAR SERVICE PERMISSION standard
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD ID standard
Change network state standard

Change network connectivity state.

com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE standard
Bluetooth (legacy) standard

Connect to paired Bluetooth devices on Android 11 and below.

Wi-Fi multicast standard

Receive Wi-Fi multicast packets.

Biometric authentication standard

Authenticate using biometric hardware.

Fingerprint authentication standard

Authenticate using fingerprint hardware.

In-app billing standard

Use Google Play Billing for in-app purchases and subscriptions.

com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND GET INSTALL REFERRER SERVICE standard
Modify audio settings standard

Modify global audio settings.

com.vk.vkvideo.DYNAMIC RECEIVER NOT EXPORTED PERMISSION standard
com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ GSERVICES standard
com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ standard
com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE standard
com.htc.launcher.permission.READ SETTINGS standard
com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE SHORTCUT standard
com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST BADGE standard
com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER INSERT BADGE standard
com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE COUNT standard
com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE BADGE standard
com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE BADGE standard
com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ SETTINGS standard
com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE SETTINGS standard
READ APP BADGE standard
com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ SETTINGS standard
com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE SETTINGS standard
me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE COUNT READ standard
me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE COUNT WRITE standard

Frequently asked questions

What FlyTrap detected inside VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV.

What does VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV do?

VK Video is a centralized multimedia streaming and hosting platform designed for the consumption of both long-form video content and short-form vertical media. The application architecture supports a social-driven ecosystem where users can discover content through personalized recommendations, follow specific creators, and engage with media via interactive social layers. It features a robust playback engine capable of background processing via a mini-player and supports offline content availability through local caching. This comes from a FlyTrap agent exploring the app on a real device, so it covers only the screens that run reached.

What is VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV built with?

VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV by VK LLC is built with Native Android. FlyTrap determined this by analyzing the app's compiled binary, not from anything the developer published.

What SDKs does VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV use?

FlyTrap detected 14 third-party SDKs inside VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV, including Firebase Cloud Messaging, Huawei HMS Core and Firebase Analytics. They span areas such as Push Notifications, Huawei Services, Analytics and Authentication. The full list, grouped by category, is on this page.

What permissions does VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV request?

VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV requests 83 permissions. 18 of these are sensitive, such as Media location metadata, Approximate location and Precise location. Each is listed above with its platform sensitivity tier.

Is VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV safe to use?

FlyTrap reports what an app contains, it does not issue a safety verdict. VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV requests 83 permissions (18 sensitive) and bundles 14 third-party SDKs. Reviewing those alongside the developer helps you decide what you are comfortable granting.

What platforms is VK Video: movies, cartoons, TV available on?

The version FlyTrap analyzed targets Android.