Ham Radio Logger

Log all of your amateur radio QSOs on the go!

Karson Kimbrel · com.kimbrelk.android.hamlogger

Not rated yet 10K+ downloads v2.18 8.3 MB Android 6.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v2.18 (57)
Updated: Apr 18, 2026 (6 months ago)
APK size: 8.3 MB
Requires: Android 6.0+ (API 23)
CPU support: x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Graphics: OpenGL ES 2.0+
Category: Communication (app)
Listed since: Mar 31, 2023 (at least)
Permissions: 13 (2 sensitive)
Developer contact: [email protected]

About this APK

Ham Radio Logger is an app by Karson Kimbrel in the Communication category, listed since at least March 2023. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 1.38, the minimum Android version rose from 5.0 to 6.0. It asks for 13 permissions, 2 of them sensitive: precise location and approximate location. Compared with version 1.38, it adds 2 new permissions: “Approximate location” and “Precise location”. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

What's new in v2.18

2025-12-30 - 2.18 - Fixed settings requiring longpress 2025-12-28 - 2.17 - Added diagnostics for reported issue 2025-11-09 - 2.14 - IOTA, POTA, SOTA, and WWFF ref search 2025-11-05 - 2.11 - IOTA, POTA, SOTA, and WWFF refs now show their names names 2025-11-04 - 2.10 - Added US callsign lookup 2025-10-30 - 2.9 - Added propagation mode - Export to CSV (export only) 2025-10-23 - 2.0 - Completely rewrote app - Many new features

Description

From the listing uploaded by “emilnet87ii”.

Ham Radio Logger is the ultimate mobile logging solution, purpose-built for amateur radio operators in the field. Whether you're chasing the next activation for Parks on the Air (POTA), coordinating a major ARRL Field Day event, or simply logging QSOs on the go, our app delivers speed, simplicity, and full feature support. Optimized for Portable Operations: Dedicated POTA & Field Day Support: Full logging support for Field Day, IOTA, POTA, SOTA, WWFF, and Winter Field Day. Start logging your activations instantly and accurately. ADIF import and export: Seamlessly import and export your logs using the industry-standard ADIF 3.1.6 format (*.ADI), ensuring easy upload to the POTA website and other logging services. Automatic Gridsquare via GPS: Pinpoint your location with your phone's GPS to automatically calculate your current gridsquare, a crucial detail for portable logging. Powerful Logging & Statistics: Clean, Fast, and Simple Interface: Designed for rapid, error-free logging in the field. The clean interface minimizes taps and maximizes efficiency. Unlimited Capacity: Log every contact! Store an unlimited number of logbooks and QSOs directly on your device. Comprehensive Data Capture: Log all critical fields, including: Date, Time, Callsign (Received/Operator/Transmitted), Power, Signal Report, Comments, Mode, and Gridsquare. Visualize Your Success: Check your progress with our integrated Gridsquare map and gain insights with QSO statistic breakdowns by band and mode, plus activity heat graphs. Stop wrestling with complex software or paper logs! Download Ham Radio Logger and focus on making contacts from the park!

Version history

2 versions are listed, going back to v1.38. Since v2.18 it requires Android 6.0+.

v2.18 LATEST Apr 18, 2026 8.3 MB TRUSTED v1.38 Dec 28, 2025 10.1 MB TRUSTED

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Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Apr 19, 2026.
Certificate issued to “Karson Kimbrel” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the other version checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Apr 18, 2026
Validated against Google Play Apr 19, 2026
Signed byCN=Karson Kimbrel, L=Orlando, ST=FL, C=US
Signing certificate (SHA-1)8F:C0:A5:C6:50:2D:AF:31:31:71:78:4C:8D:61:25:86:FF:CF:45:78
File MD5522a3620cca43d295da573ac93cafd9f
Uploaded by “emilnet87ii” Bronze tier · 923 followers · uploading since 2021

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Permissions (13)

Ham Radio Logger requests 13 permissions, 2 of them sensitive.

Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Precise location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Access adservices ad id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
Access adservices attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
Access adservices topics android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS
Advertising ID com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
In-app purchases (Google Play Billing) com.android.vending.BILLING
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.kimbrelk.android.hamlogger.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Location android.hardware.location

Ham Radio Logger APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Ham Radio Logger for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 6.0 or later. Version 1.38 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. Get version 1.38 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is Ham Radio Logger free?

The APK is free to download, but the app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the Ham Radio Logger APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the other version checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 522a3620cca43d295da573ac93cafd9f.