Overview
network_info_plus is a Flutter plugin that enables apps to retrieve detailed network information, such as Wi-Fi SSID, IP address, and connection status, across multiple platforms. It provides a unified API for Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux, making it easy to detect and respond to network conditions. The plugin is ideal for applications requiring network diagnostics, connectivity checks, or location-based services tied to Wi-Fi networks. It's maintained by the Flutter Community and designed for reliability and cross-platform consistency.
Use cases
- Network diagnostics
- Wi-Fi connection monitoring
- Location-based app features
- Offline mode detection
- App behavior based on network type
- Device connectivity status checks
Key features
- Cross-platform support
- Wi-Fi SSID and IP retrieval
- Connection status detection
- Simple API
- Regular updates from Flutter Community
- Platform-specific data access
Suitable for
- Developers building network-aware apps
- Apps needing Wi-Fi details
- Tools for troubleshooting connectivity
- Cross-platform network utilities
- Applications with offline capabilities
Considerations
- Requires platform-specific permissions (e.g., Android ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION)
- Limited on Web due to browser restrictions
- Privacy-sensitive data access
- Not available on all platforms in all contexts
- May require user consent for location access
- Behavior varies slightly between platforms