Overview
wifi_hunter is a Flutter package designed to scan and retrieve information about nearby Wi-Fi access points on Android devices. It enables developers to detect available networks, including their SSIDs, signal strengths, and MAC addresses, providing real-time network visibility. Ideal for network diagnostics, location-based services, or security assessments, the package leverages Android's Wi-Fi scanning APIs. It requires appropriate permissions and works exclusively on Android platforms.
Use cases
- Network discovery
- Location-based services
- Security audits
- Device connectivity monitoring
- Wi-Fi signal analysis
Key features
- Real-time Wi-Fi scanning
- SSID and MAC address retrieval
- Signal strength detection
- Android-only support
- Simple API integration
Suitable for
- Android app developers
- Network diagnostic tools
- IoT device management
- Security researchers
- Location-aware applications
Considerations
- Requires Android permissions
- Limited to Android platform
- Privacy-sensitive data access
- Background scanning limitations
- No iOS support