The platform_device_id package provides a cross-platform solution to retrieve a unique device identifier across Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux. It abstracts platform-specific methods to deliver a consistent API for obtaining a stable device ID, useful for analytics, user tracking, or licensing. The package is lightweight and designed for simplicity, ensuring developers can access device identifiers without managing platform-specific logic. It leverages native APIs where available and falls back to secure, persistent storage when needed.
Use cases
- User authentication persistence
- Analytics and tracking
- License management
- Device-based access control
- Cross-device session handling
Key features
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Stable device identifier
- Secure storage backend
- Simple API
- Supports all major platforms
Suitable for
- Mobile and desktop app developers
- Apps requiring device identification
- Analytics integrations
- Security-focused applications
Considerations
- Privacy compliance required (e.g., GDPR)
- Device ID may change on factory reset
- Not suitable for high-security authentication
- Limited control over ID generation algorithm
