ConnectBot

by Kenny Root · Communication · Free

On Google Play since before 2010 · Data updated 2026-10-11

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AppBrain's verdict

EstablishedPopular

Total installs: 5.4 million
Best rank: #195; Top Free, Japan
Rating on Google Play: 3.94; 42,565 ratings
Last updated: October 6, 2026

ConnectBot is popular, with 5.4 million installs. Users are divided: 3.9 stars from 42,565 ratings.

Summary

ConnectBot is a powerful open-source SSH client designed to manage multiple sessions and create secure tunnels. Recent updates include improved RSA host key support and enhanced import compatibility.

Pros & Cons

Open-source SSH client with transparent development
Supports multiple simultaneous SSH sessions
Secure tunneling capabilities
Clipboard copy/paste across apps

Not ranked in any top lists
Very low recent download activity (0 in last 30 days)

Installs

Tracked by AppBrain

Last 30 days: 0
Play install range: 5+ million
Launched: before 2010

Installs over time

ConnectBot has been installed 5.4 million times. Over the past 30 days, it has been installed 0 times.

Rankings

Google Play top charts

Highest rank: #195
Chart: Top Free; Communication
Country: Japan

Google Play Rankings for ConnectBot

Top rankings

Rank	Country	Category	List
195	Japan	Communication	Top Free

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Ranking history in Japan

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Updates seen on Google Play

Version: v1.11.0
Launched: before 2010

Oct 6, 2026UpdateVersion v1.11.0
Jun 8, 2026UpdateVersion v1.10.9
May 9, 2026UpdateVersion v1.10.7
Apr 26, 2026UpdateVersion v1.10.6
Apr 14, 2026UpdateVersion v1.10.3

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Comments on ConnectBot for Android

★★★★★ Kevin Chadwick · Jun 17, 2026

Fantastic app. My only issue so far has been that it seems to suggest localhost: for port forwards and use ipv6. OpenSSH uses the simpler ipv4 by default. As port forwards can be seen as 127.0.0.1 and Permit Open is often 127.0.0.1 then the sshd log message (request was denied) is confusing (no ::1 mentioned). To my surprise using 127.0.0.1:port in the connect bot forward setup solved it. Edit: My OpenSSH server's use Address Family inet.

★★★★★ Wulf Rajek · Apr 12, 2026

Awesome ssh client for mobiles and tablets. Been using it for years! Latest version 1.10.1 has an issue with entering numbers via ms swift key keyboard or keepass2andeoid keyboard. Doesn't work via long press on letters and doesn't work via number input either. Only sending numbers as text to terminal works. Please fix asap.

★★★★★ Jason Williams · Sep 24, 2026

Great app, just one small issue keeping it from 5 stars for me, when the special keys line appears, it covers the last line of the console. Would be great if it kept one blank line at the bottom for the special keys line. Other than that, it's great, and I use it all the time! Edit: Yes. That was what I needed. 5 stars for you!

★★★★★ Jenni K · May 20, 2026

Used it for years, and it works great for me. Reliable, if not intuitive how to manage multiple connections. Once you get used to that, it's fantastic. Connect Bot has been my go-to emergency SSH client for 7 years now.

★☆☆☆☆ Malcolm Landon · Jun 22, 2026

5 star before the update. Now almost unusable. Input from the keyboard is now very difficult. The UI has taken a step backwards too.

★☆☆☆☆ doggin the scene · Sep 15, 2026

Previously you couldn't copy the public key, only the private key. I brought this up on GitHub. This was resolved, but the bug is back on the last update. This app is horribly maintained and lacks basic functionality.

★★☆☆☆ Pavel Kann · Apr 18, 2026

The last update broke configs of all my connections. So I had to add all my keys again. Why?!..

★☆☆☆☆ Barry Johnson (GaidinBDJ) · Apr 14, 2026

Worked just fine until April 2026 update. And now a bunch of stuff is broken. SSH connections that use keys don't work. Frequent disconnects without warning. Bell notifications are not working. Navigation buttons disappear. Double-typing letters. Text spilling over tmux panes. Can't submit a bug report without creating a GitHub account. I suggest uninstalling and going back to a previous version (1.9.11 works fine) or switch apps until issues are addressed.

Technology

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Ads: No ads
Price: Free
Libraries: 28
App size: 3.42 MB
Content rating: Everyone

Technologies used by ConnectBot

13 permissions · 28 libraries

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Trust & Safety: Trust/Safety: The app requests a standard set of permissions for a networked SSH client, including INTERNET, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, POST_NOTIFICATIONS, READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, and biometric options (USE_BIOMETRIC, USE_FINGERPRINT). It also uses FOREGROUND_SERVICE and a dynamic receiver permission (org.connectbot.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION) to support background operation. As an open-source project, the code is available for review to verify safety.

About the app and developer

About ConnectBot

ConnectBot is a communication app developed by Kenny Root.

Install Statistics

ConnectBot has been installed 5.4 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 0 times.

User Ratings

ConnectBot is rated 3.94 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 43 thousand ratings.

App Information

ConnectBot is freely available from Google Play. The app size is 3.42 MB. The latest version available is v1.11.0. The last update was on October 6, 2026.

Technical Requirements

The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since before 2010.

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Store listing

By Kenny Root, from Google Play

“ConnectBot is a powerful open-source Secure Shell (SSH) client.”

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Description by Kenny Root Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.

ConnectBot is a powerful open-source Secure Shell (SSH) client. It can manage simultaneous SSH sessions, create secure tunnels, and copy/paste between other applications.

This client allows you to connect to Secure Shell servers that typically run on UNIX-based servers.

Recent changes:
• Mosh support for roaming, drop-resilient mobile connections
• You can now select and copy text from scrollback
• Better rendering for boxes and complex scripts (Arabic shaping, emoji)
• Inline image support for iTerm2 and Kitty graphics
• Advanced post-login automation (prompt, input, delay, port forwards)
• Full IME support with dedicated shortcut controls
• In-console session switching with optional swipe gesture

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