Checking an app listing is genuine
You want to install an app, and would like to be sure it is the right one.
Read the maker’s name, the platform, the permissions and the description before you install. Two minutes of reading can save you from a copycat app.
You never have to install an app to benefit from this site. If you decide to, this is how to do it with confidence.
Why check at all?
App stores are large, and some listings copy the name or look of well-known apps. A quick check keeps your phone and your details safer.
It also stops you from installing the wrong thing at the end of a long day, when you are tired and clicking fast.
What should I look for on the listing?
Read these parts, one at a time.
- Maker: a clear developer or provider name under the title.
- Platform: that it is made for your phone, such as Android or iPhone.
- Description: plain wording, with no promises.
- Permissions: only what the app needs to do its job.
- Links: a working website and support contact.
Try this: a one-minute listing check
Do it while the kopi cools.
- Open the store and read the maker’s name under the title.
- Compare it with the name on the official website or the page that sent you.
- Read the description for anything that sounds like a promised result. Be wary if it does.
- Check which permissions it asks for, and whether each fits.
- Install only when all five feel right.
What does a genuine listing for this kind of app look like?
For a short guided meditation, you would expect audio and a simple interface. You would not expect it to need your contacts or location without a reason.
Our guide on what the official sources describe about Miracle of Mind sets out what is stated about it by its provider. We are independent and do not run it.
What if I would rather not install anything?
That is a good choice, and nothing is lost. Our guide on meditating without an app lists other practical resources on this site.
If you are unsure what happens after you tap through, see what happens when you leave our site for an app.
Fitting it into a real day
Check the listing at home on Wi-Fi rather than on a slow connection in a queue. If you are helping a parent, read it aloud together.
If a listing or a download leaves you worried about your details, you can stop, and ask someone you trust. If you feel anxious more broadly, our support page lists where to start.
Where to go next
If the language is a concern, read how a translated website differs from a translated app. All of these sit in our accessibility and digital confidence guides.
If the listing looks right and you feel like trying it, Sadhguru’s free 7-minute guided meditation in the Miracle of Mind app is an optional place to begin.
Common questions
How do I know who made an app?
Open the listing and look for the developer or provider name, usually under the app title. Tap it to see their other apps and a website link. A real provider usually has a working site and a contact address that matches the name.
What are signs of a copycat app?
Look for a similar name with extra words, a developer you do not recognise, poor spelling in the description and a recent first release despite a famous name. If the listing differs from what the official website says, stop and compare.
Should I read the permissions it asks for?
Yes. Ask whether each permission makes sense for what the app does. A short guided audio session does not usually need your contacts. If a request seems unrelated, you can decline it, or choose not to install.
Is it safe to get an app from a link on a website?
A link can take you to the right store page, but always read the listing before installing. Check the maker's name matches who you expect. If you prefer, open the store yourself and search for the name, then compare the two.
Read next
If the listing reads clearly and you are comfortable, Sadhguru's free 7-minute guided meditation in the Miracle of Mind app is an optional thing to try.