The “Friend Around” application positions itself as a tool for finding new acquaintances and communication, but in practice, users often encounter intrusive notifications, difficulties when deleting an account, and residual files in the system. The standard uninstallation procedure through the smartphone menu may not completely solve the problem, since the app leaves behind hidden directories and account data on the server. This may result in the fact that when you reinstall, you will again be tied to the old profile or continue to receive notifications.
Complete removal requires a comprehensive approach: from simple cleaning through settings to resetting the device in extreme cases. It is important to understand the difference between removing a shortcut, uninstalling the app file itself, and clearing traces of its activity. In this article, we will go through all the steps, helping you free up memory space and regain control of your device without residual code.
Standard uninstallation through Android settings
The most obvious and safest way to get rid of unwanted software is to use the built-in tools of the operating system. In modern versions of Android, the interface may differ slightly depending on the manufacturer's shell (Samsung One UI, Xiaomi MIUI, ColorOS), but the logic of actions remains the same. You need to access the list of all installed apps.
Go to the Settings section of your smartphone and find the item Applications or Application Manager. In the list that opens, find “Friend Around”. Please note that sometimes a app may be hidden under the system name or have an icon different from the one on the desktop. After selecting the application, click the button Delete.
The system will ask you to confirm your actions. This is a standard security measure to prevent the accidental deletion of important data. If the “Delete” button is inactive (gray), this means that the application has received device administrator rights or is a system application (which is unlikely for this service). In this case, the standard method will not work, and additional steps will be required, which we will discuss below.
⚠️ Attention: Before deleting, make sure that you have not linked important contacts or data that cannot be restored to this application. The process is irreversible for local data on the phone.
☑️ Check before deleting
Removal via Google Play Market
An alternative and often more convenient way to manage installed software is to use the application store Google Play. This method is convenient because it allows you to immediately assess what other applications from this developer are installed on your device and remove them in batches.
Open the application Play Market and click on your profile icon in the upper right corner. Select item Manage applications and device, then go to the tab Management. Here you will see a complete list of apps. Find “Friend Around” in the list, check the box and click on the trash can icon at the top of the screen.
The advantage of this method is that Google Play will automatically offer to rate the application after removal. This is important for the community, as low ratings and reviews about the difficulty of deleting help other users be more careful. In addition, the application store ensures that all major components registered in the Android system are removed.
Cleaning residual files and cache
Even after successful uninstallation, folders with media files, logs and temporary data may remain in the phone's memory. These files take up space and may contain personal information that you would like to erase. To find them, you will need a file manager, for example Files by Google or a built-in explorer.
Open the file manager and go to the internal storage. Look for folders with names DV, DrugVokrug or similar abbreviations. Often such directories are located in the root of the repository or in the folder Android/data. Also check the folder Downloadwhere photos from correspondence may have been saved.
If you are not sure which folder belongs to the deleted application, pay attention to the date the files were modified. The coincidence of the date with the period of use of the app is a sure sign. Carefully remove the found directories. Do not delete Android system folders if you are not sure of their contents.
| Data type | Where to look | Do I need to delete |
|---|---|---|
| Application cache | Settings → Applications | Yes, before deleting |
| Media files | DCIM or Download folder | Optional |
| Error logs | Android/data/.../logs | Yes, safe |
| Chat database | Internal memory (hidden) | Yes, for privacy |
What to do if the folder is not deleted?
If the file manager writes “File busy” or “No access”, restart the phone in safe mode. In this mode, no third-party processes are running, and you can erase residual files without interference.
Reset administrator rights and special permissions
Some versions of dating apps require advanced access rights to run in the background or lock the screen. If the app is not uninstalled in the usual way, most likely it has acquired rights device administrator. This is protection against accidental removal of malware, but in this case it interferes with your device administrator
To revoke these rights, go to Settings → Security → Device Administrators (the path may vary: sometimes it is Settings → Biometrics and Security). Find “Friend Around” in the list and uncheck it or click Disable. Only after this the delete button in the application menu will become active.
Also check the section Accessibility. Sometimes apps disguise themselves as accessibility services to intercept keystrokes or read screen contents. If you see a suspicious service there with a name similar to the application you are uninstalling, disable it immediately. This is critical to your digital security.
⚠️ Warning: If an app requires administrator rights for basic dating functionality, this is a warning sign. After uninstalling, check your phone with an antivirus.
Use the “Safe Mode” mode to remove stubborn applications. Hold the power button on the screen, then press and hold the “Shut down” icon on the display until you are prompted to boot into safe mode.
Deleting an account on the developer server
Uninstalling the application from your phone does not mean deleting your profile from the service database. Your photos, correspondence and geolocation can be stored on the company’s servers indefinitely. To completely disappear from the system, you must complete the procedure for deleting your account inside the application before deleting it.
Go to your profile settings inside the “Friend Around” application. Find the section Privacy or Security. There should be an option Delete account. According to the rules of many app stores, this button must be accessible and understandable. If you cannot find this function, try writing to technical support through the form on the official website.
Remember that after sending a request to delete your account, it may take some time (from 24 hours to 30 days) before the data is permanently erased. During this period, you can restore your profile if you change your mind. If you simply delete the application without this step, the next time you install it using your phone number, your profile may be restored automatically.
Deleting an application from your phone and deleting an account on the server are two different processes. For complete privacy, you need to perform both actions.
Radical measures: Reset to factory settings
If the application behaves like a virus, constantly returns after being deleted or slows down the system, the only reliable solution may be to completely reset the device. This is an extreme measure that will delete absolutely all data from your smartphone, returning it to the “as from the store” state.
Before performing this operation, be sure to back up important contacts, photos and documents in the cloud or on your computer. Go to Settings → System → Reset settings → Deleting all data (reset to factory settings). Confirm the action by entering your PIN code or pattern.
After the reboot, the phone will be clean. During initial setup, do not restore the backup copy of applications immediately, but install apps manually. This will help avoid re-installing potentially problematic software that may have been saved in the system backup.
⚠️ Attention: Resetting your settings will delete all your data, including photos, contacts and messages. Make sure you have an up-to-date backup of your important files before starting the process.
How to check your phone after a reset?
After the reset, go to Google Play → Profile → Manage applications → Library. Every application you have ever installed will be there. Do not click “Install all”, but select only the ones you need manually.
Is it possible to remove “Friend Around” if you have forgotten your account password?
Yes, deleting an application from the device does not require entering a password. However, to delete the account itself from the server, access to the profile is required. Try to recover your password via SMS before deleting the application so that you have time to go into the settings and erase the profile.
Why does the application install itself again after deletion?
This can happen if you have another application installed from the same developer that downloads it again, or if you restored data from a Google backup immediately after the reset. Also check if you have given permission to install from unknown sources to suspicious sites.
Is it dangerous to keep this application on your phone?
Many users complain about intrusive advertising and collection of geolocation data. If you are not actively using the service, it is better to delete it to save battery power and protect your movements from tracking.
Does the support service delete an account upon request?
According to personal data protection legislation, developers are required to delete information upon user request. If the application does not have a delete button, write an official letter to support demanding that you erase your data.