Hi All
I have a problem with the Restricted Profile on Kitkat on my Nexus 7
I have been letting my kids play "Clash of Clans" on my N7, in my wisdom I created restricted profiles for them to play on. They are getting tablets for their Christmas and I want to migrate their games to their new tablets and here begins the problem
To migrate their accounts to the new devices I need to generate a Link Code in Clash of Clans.
To generate the link code I need to have a Google+ account linked to the profile.
The problem I have is that the Android restricted profiles are not able to have a Google+ profile connected to the account.
Have been trying to find out if it is possible to upgrade a restricted profile to a full profile, but this does not seem possible.
Alternatively some way to link a Google+ account to a restricted account, all seems not doable.
Anyone have any other suggestions for a work around on this problem?
Thanks
JohnB
sc00bs said:
Hi All
I have a problem with the Restricted Profile on Kitkat on my Nexus 7
I have been letting my kids play "Clash of Clans" on my N7, in my wisdom I created restricted profiles for them to play on. They are getting tablets for their Christmas and I want to migrate their games to their new tablets and here begins the problem
To migrate their accounts to the new devices I need to generate a Link Code in Clash of Clans.
To generate the link code I need to have a Google+ account linked to the profile.
The problem I have is that the Android restricted profiles are not able to have a Google+ profile connected to the account.
Have been trying to find out if it is possible to upgrade a restricted profile to a full profile, but this does not seem possible.
Alternatively some way to link a Google+ account to a restricted account, all seems not doable.
Anyone have any other suggestions for a work around on this problem?
Thanks
JohnB
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I am fairly sure that it isn't possible to upgrade a restricted account.
but...
in my experience, Kids get over these inconveniences fairly quickly.
Have been thinking about this a bit more, and may have an idea as to how to solve this problem.
Does anyone know if it would be possible for me to copy the "Clash of Clans" data from the restricted profile to a full profile on the device that I could then link to a Google+ account and migrate over to the new device?
JohnB
sc00bs said:
Have been thinking about this a bit more, and may have an idea as to how to solve this problem.
Does anyone know if it would be possible for me to copy the "Clash of Clans" data from the restricted profile to a full profile on the device that I could then link to a Google+ account and migrate over to the new device?
JohnB
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Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I faced a similar dilemma yesterday, that I was able to solve. Root is obviously necessary, but it is possible to "upgrade" a restricted profile. In a nutshell, you need to modify the "/data/system/users/[nn].xml" file, and remove some files from "/data/system/users/[nn]/ folder, where [nn] corresponds to the numeric value of the restricted user.
So, if I remember correctly, this is what I did (I assume you have adb setup, and know your way around that):
Code:
adb pull /data/system/users/nn.xml
(replace "nn" with the right number for the user you want to modify; same for below)
Open the file you retrieved in a text editor like Notepad++, that won't mess with the line endings, and change
Code:
flags="24"
to
Code:
flags="16"
. Delete the contents of
Code:
<restrictions />
Save, and upload back to device:
Code:
adb push nn.xml /data/system/users/
Now delete some files from the user profile, related to restrictions:
Code:
adb shell
su (necessary if you don't see "#")
rm /data/system/users/nn/package-restrictions.xml
rm /data/system/users/nn/res_com.google.android.gms.xml
exit (twice, if you had to "su")
adb reboot
You should now be able to login as the user, and have access as a secondary user. You may need to remove/add some applications if they don't behave, and/or delete cache/data for the Play store and Google Framework. You may also need to remove all the Google accounts attached to the profile, and add them again for Play store to be able to install apps. I was getting errors, which cleared up after doing that.
So after completing the above, I was able to attach my son's CoC to his Google+ profile, and enable transferring it's data to another device, if I want to in the future. I decided to give "Screen Time Parental Control" a go, instead of the frustrating "restricted" profile. So far so good. Not sure yet if I want to shell out the $$ for the dude's Remote Control app, but so far I'm liking it. I think after the 15 day trial, though, I'll be hooked. Anyway, HTH anyone else trying to figure this out.
Edit: Forgot another detail: I did try to copy off the CoC data, and populate it into a new unrestricted profile, "chown"ing the files for the user, etc, for the new account, and it was a miserable fail. I also tried the flags="16" hack, installed Titanium Backup, and backed it up, but the resulting backup was useless. It was unable to be restored in a new profile. This is when I discovered that deleting those 2 files completely unlocked the profile, not just changing the flag, as mentioned on another website.
hondoslack said:
Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I faced a similar dilemma yesterday, that I was able to solve. Root is obviously necessary, but it is possible to "upgrade" a restricted profile. In a nutshell, you need to modify the "/data/system/users/[nn].xml" file, and remove some files from "/data/system/users/[nn]/ folder, where [nn] corresponds to the numeric value of the restricted user.
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I have this same issue where I m trying to get COC and other data from a Nexus 7 using 4.4.2, Kernal version 3.1.10-g4776c68 and a restricted profile. I am a noob and not familiar with adb. Is it possible to change a restricted profile to unrestricted without rooting? I searched many forums and could not find a solution.
I'm having a similar problem backing up a different game app on my son's restricted account. How do I find the numeric value for the restricted user account?
LilacPhoenix said:
I'm having a similar problem backing up a different game app on my son's restricted account. How do I find the numeric value for the restricted user account?
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A restricted account is a separate profile of a main account and cannot have a separate google account or gmail address associated with it. It is not possible to change the status to a regular account. You can set up a new account for your son with a separate gmail address, download the game and contact their support telling them you cannot access your account. Just make sure you copy all of the game ID information for the user so they can search for it. And don't access the game on the restricted device, otherwise it may appear that you are just trying to steal someone's ID.
Was going to download and try this app from the Google store but have issues with privacy concerns:
This app has access to these permissions:
Your accounts
read Google service configuration
find accounts on the device
use accounts on the device
Your location
approximate location (network-based)
precise location (GPS and network-based)
Your messages
read your text messages (SMS or MMS)
receive text messages (SMS)
access mail information
Network communication
full network access
view network connections
view Wi-Fi connections
Your personal information
read calendar events plus confidential information
Phone calls
directly call phone numbers
read phone status and identity
Storage
modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Your applications information
retrieve running apps
Your social information
read your contacts
read call log
System tools
read Home settings and shortcuts
write Home settings and shortcuts
test access to protected storage
Affects battery
control vibration
Status bar
expand/collapse status bar
Wallpaper
set wallpaper
adjust your wallpaper size
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Why does this app need to access so much of my personal information?
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Was going to download and try this app from the Google store but have issues with privacy concerns:
Why does this app need to access so much of my personal information?
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Hi,
As you know, Themer helps increase the user experience by providing valuable information straight onto your homescreen.
This includes:
1. Displaying how many unread emails/SMS/missed calls you have. (Your messages
read your text messages (SMS or MMS)
receive text messages (SMS)
access mail information))
2. Displaying your map coordinates on a map image. (Your location
approximate location (network-based)
precise location (GPS and network-based))
3. A built-in dialer app that can display your recent contact as well as allow you to call a number directly from your homescreen. (Phone calls
directly call phone numbers
read phone status and identity) (Your social information
read your contacts
read call log)
4. Display agenda information. (Your personal information
read calendar events plus confidential information)
As you can see, it's all for display purposes. If you look at other widgets on the Play Store that perform the same activities, they will also require these permissions. It just so happens that Themer has all of these features built into one app. Hope this helps clarify the matter.
Thanks for the clarification. Looking forward to trying out the app!
I have the same concerns, beginning with the need to login before using any themes. (The explanation given in the faq seems too lame for me). Looks like a terrific app but possibly not for those who worry about privacy. I'm personally too scared to try it.
One option to explore is using this app with xprivacy installed which allows one to restrict unneeded permissions. Maybe a firewall might help?
Anderson2 said:
I have the same concerns, beginning with the need to login before using any themes. (The explanation given in the faq seems too lame for me). Looks like a terrific app but possibly not for those who worry about privacy. I'm personally too scared to try it.
One option to explore is using this app with xprivacy installed which allows one to restrict unneeded permissions. Maybe a firewall might help?
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Hi Anderson2,
That FAQ actually sums it up quite well. The login feature creates a security barrier for us, which even though is not the most advanced way of preventing intrusions into our theming servers, it does a good job in finding people who are trying to tamper with our systems. That and of course sending users email updates of new features if they request it.
When exactly do you need login? Just to download themes? After the download can one log out? I don't like the idea that you have access to my emails, texts, and any files your widgets access. That is what concerns me.
I don't know enough about themer because I'm afraid to use it, but I believe your zooper widget doesn't require login. (Does it?) Can you explain how they differ in the need for protection?
I have to say that I share those concerns. Why do you force users to login with their Google or Facebook accounts? I do not understand why this should be a better securitry barrier than the login data from mycolorscreen.com? I would not even give away my login data to someone I know, so why should I give away this data to someone I do not know at all???
Well said.
+1
shibadoo said:
I have to say that I share those concerns. Why do you force users to login with their Google or Facebook accounts? I do not understand why this should be a better securitry barrier than the login data from mycolorscreen.com? I would not even give away my login data to someone I know, so why should I give away this data to someone I do not know at all???
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Yet you log in to this forum and use it.
The explanations have been given. It's to ensure you are who you say you are when you access their servers to download the themes.
As for all the other access, Themer provides a lot of different information as explained (you DID read what he posted, correct?) GPS position, weather, etc. All of this is based on location, etc, as well as if you want unread email counts, etc. It's all there in Themer given you everything all rolled into one app, rather than having to download each piece separately. If you don't like it, don't use it. Thousands upon thousands of users are using it without any issues. I definitely like to protect my privacy, but this app is the least of your worries about privacy.
There are many other problems that could result if they didn't want you to verify who you say you are. Do you want someone to hack their servers and then you download a hacked theme that could result in even more privacy issues for you?
In the end, if you don't want to use it, don't. Nobody is forcing you to use it and they have every right to protect their investments as well. There are plenty of other apps out there you can use that can provide the same type of experience. Usually, the themes are not housed in a server so you can download them from elsewhere, but unless you're getting them from Google Play, then who is to say how safe those are? Many 3rd-party app stores are NOT the safest as they do not follow Google's security policy. At least with Themer, it's in the Google Play market and has had to go through Google's scrutiny.
A few weeks ago, the app was erroneously flagged as something that could steal your information. Google came back later and stated it was an error on their part and verified that the app is safe and it will not steal your information.
I've used it for months and nothing bad has happened to me.
There are many other ways for hackers to get your PI and this is the least of your worries.
vulcanvillalta said:
As an American, and therefore afraid of everything, I personally vote to not give out so much information. But on the other hand, IF someone wanted to get all of your information, they could probably do it without your consent. I would probably stay away from it, though. Just to "try" to be safe.
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Once Facebook introduces its anonymous login feature, our developers will implement the feature into Themer
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Yet you log in to this forum and use it.
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Yes, I do use this forum, but of course I do not log in with my Google account. There would be no reason to do so - same goes for Themer. I would have no problem if Themer would ask for my login data from mycolorscreen.
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The explanations have been given. It's to ensure you are who you say you are when you access their servers to download the themes.
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You think you know who I am because I enter some data that nobody ever controls? I could simply enter some Google account data I created only for Themer. But honestly, this is too much effort for me only the check if I like an app.
iBolski said:
As for all the other access, Themer provides a lot of different information as explained (you DID read what he posted, correct?) GPS position, weather, etc. All of this is based on location, etc, as well as if you want unread email counts, etc. It's all there in Themer given you everything all rolled into one app, rather than having to download each piece separately. If you don't like it, don't use it. Thousands upon thousands of users are using it without any issues. I definitely like to protect my privacy, but this app is the least of your worries about privacy.
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What exactly has GPS and weather to do with my Google Account data? I do not share GPS data with Google, so I would not with Themer as well. And for a weather forecast I would simply type in 5 numbers - my zip code. This is exactly what I do right now.
iBolski said:
There are many other problems that could result if they didn't want you to verify who you say you are. Do you want someone to hack their servers and then you download a hacked theme that could result in even more privacy issues for you?
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And because the people at Themer have may account data, nobody can hack their servers? So the solution to all hacked servers worldwide is so simple? Just giving them Google account data?
iBolski said:
In the end, if you don't want to use it, don't. Nobody is forcing you to use it and they have every right to protect their investments as well. There are plenty of other apps out there you can use that can provide the same type of experience. Usually, the themes are not housed in a server so you can download them from elsewhere, but unless you're getting them from Google Play, then who is to say how safe those are? Many 3rd-party app stores are NOT the safest as they do not follow Google's security policy. At least with Themer, it's in the Google Play market and has had to go through Google's scrutiny.
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Yes, I do not use it. This is the consequence.
iBolski said:
There are many other ways for hackers to get your PI and this is the least of your worries.
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So what should be my worries if it is not giving away voluntarily my Google account data to someone I do not know???
And you forgot something: I know at least 5 people that use their Android phones without a Google account, and they also do not use Facebook. Believe it or not: these people do really exist, and they even survive without a Google and a Facebook account.
So for me there is no credible information why the people at themer need my Google account data, and why this should protect them from being hacked. Or why my Google Account data should be safer than my mycolorscreen account data. This is why I will not use themer and would not recommend it to others.
shibadoo said:
Yes, I do use this forum, but of course I do not log in with my Google account. There would be no reason to do so - same goes for Themer. I would have no problem if Themer would ask for my login data from mycolorscreen.
You think you know who I am because I enter some data that nobody ever controls? I could simply enter some Google account data I created only for Themer. But honestly, this is too much effort for me only the check if I like an app.
What exactly has GPS and weather to do with my Google Account data? I do not share GPS data with Google, so I would not with Themer as well. And for a weather forecast I would simply type in 5 numbers - my zip code. This is exactly what I do right now.
And because the people at Themer have may account data, nobody can hack their servers? So the solution to all hacked servers worldwide is so simple? Just giving them Google account data?
Yes, I do not use it. This is the consequence.
So what should be my worries if it is not giving away voluntarily my Google account data to someone I do not know???
And you forgot something: I know at least 5 people that use their Android phones without a Google account, and they also do not use Facebook. Believe it or not: these people do really exist, and they even survive without a Google and a Facebook account.
So for me there is no credible information why the people at themer need my Google account data, and why this should protect them from being hacked. Or why my Google Account data should be safer than my mycolorscreen account data. This is why I will not use themer and would not recommend it to others.
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You describe me exactly. I don't use my Google account to login anywhere, don't use Facebook, have phone GPS and location turned off, only enter zip code for weather, turn off sync everywhere, use a firewall, xprivacy, etc. - - and Google only thinks it has my info.
Everyone I know who is not a teenager or addicted to Facebook does the same.
vulcanvillalta said:
If you use fake names etc and are vague about your location, no, google doesnt have your name. But what about your IP address. They can tell that your pseudonym is performing functions from the specific location you are in. You might not GIVE them your name or address, but with the IP address linking you to a specific internet connection, they certainly can figure out who you are and where you are, if they want to.
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Which is why I don't want to help other sites identify me by giving them my Google login. Not everyone has Google capabilities.
The points made in defense of keeping your personal information private (and not using your Google login for Themer) are valid and understood.
However, Themer is not designed for that type of mindset.
Themer is designed for the overall market - the vast majority if you will - not for privacy advocates.
It's simply a tool that allows the general Android user base (the FB'ers, Google +'ers, i.e. Socialites) to easily login to an app designed to make their phones look cool. Most of the functionality of the Themes are far more invasive than your Google login anyway (GPS coordinates, access to text/email notifications, call logs, etc) so I really don't see the point of wildly waving your arms around saying "privacy breach! privacy breach!"
Don't use it. Cool. I'm OK with that. I'm sure they are too. But why complain about it? What is the goal? Surely you cannot think they will redesign the app for you.
So really, you're just posting on XDA to aggravate the devs. I mean, what launcher doesn't have access to all of your info? It's like complaining that a specific model of car has a license plate that can be used to identify you. Guess what? All cars do. Take the bus bro
Anderson2 said:
Which is why I don't want to help other sites identify me by giving them my Google login. Not everyone has Google capabilities.
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But your phone can still identify you. You are still logged into the internet via your carrier's internet and they can definitely get who you are on the phone.
You might as well just stay off the internet completely then.
And, if you're going to stay off the internet, then why have a smart phone? You're already identified out there through your carrier. If they breach your carrier account, they have all sorts of information right then and there, more so than Google would have. Think about it. Your billing address, etc.
Don't think for a minute that your carrier is completely safe. Even Verizon has had breaches.
vulcanvillalta said:
Like I said above, IF PEOPLE WANT YOUR INFORMATION, THEY CAN GET IT. There are nasty identity thieves out there that can find all of your information SOOOO easily. So easily. So whether or not you use an app or make a phonecall or whatever, you can still be traced and you can still be monitored and your information can still be acquired. I'm not trying to be a downer, but you can either accept that you are at the mercy of whoever wants to stalk you, or you can spend the rest of your life worrying and trying to protect yourself from something you literally have no control of.
IMHO, if you can use the app and it would benefit you, you might as well enjoy it.
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Not sure why you quoted me bro, I'm on the same page you are.
IT need to display some information about your phone
Hey everyone, I wanted to get more information on how to create User Login in an app, say I wanted my users to login with there google or Facebook account and me able to upload photos, where would the accounts and photos be stored?
I know obviously on my own servers but could anyone point in the right direction more reading material would be great.
I'm just starting out in Android Dev, I'd like to get more information in creating these types of applications, thanks for your help. Appreciate it.
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Hey everyone, I wanted to get more information on how to create User Login in an app, say I wanted my users to login with there google or Facebook account and me able to upload photos, where would the accounts and photos be stored?
I know obviously on my own servers but could anyone point in the right direction more reading material would be great.
I'm just starting out in Android Dev, I'd like to get more information in creating these types of applications, thanks for your help. Appreciate it.
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Their are a few ways to look at it.
1: How is the login suppose to function?
2: Client side or Server side?
3: The main login files are normally stored sever side.
4: What programming language and or crm are you using?
5: What ever your using for the base operation login would be where you will seek the help for that enviroment.
6: If you are logging in to anything.. Then you would go through a program you made or a web page viewed.
7: Are you trying to Api through apps to jack the login information to login to multiple places? Or one place?
8: Your question is good ,but you need to specify exactly what you want to do ,and the outcome.
9: Are you programing an apk app?
10: Are you making a ROM or ?
11: If you want a user to fly across from Google or Facebook then you would basically intercept the Api of the login and act as if your the actual program. That type of thing is Api related.
12: Every program has it's own programming and api calls and functions... Also special folders Vendor specific.....
Sorta like hacking the vendors api...
That would evolve into security protocols being tampered with. That's why they don't give out that information. But you could sniff the packets via a computer and send and receive responses and also do some reverse engineering on the Api.
Deep level stuff.
Not something people will just answer.
The answer is in the question please tell us from beginning to end what it is you want to accomplish.