Fossify File Manager

1.6.1

Fossify

4.38

1,268 reviews

100,000+
Downloads

Free

Handy, lightweight, open-source file explorer with essential features.

4.38 · 1,268 reviews · 100,000+ downloads

Pros & Cons

Privacy-first and on-device operation with no required internet access
Open-source and ad-free experience giving users control over features
Highly customizable UI with themes, colors, and icons
Powerful storage tools including compression, storage analysis, and full file navigation (root/SD/USB)

Lacks explicit cloud storage or cloud-sync features found in some competitors
Might require broad storage permissions for full functionality, which could deter privacy-focused users
Fewer enterprise-oriented features compared to some all-in-one file managers

About Fossify File Manager

Fossify File Manager is a tools app developed by Fossify.

Download Statistics

Fossify File Manager has been downloaded 160 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 12 thousand times.

User Ratings

Fossify File Manager is rated 4.38 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 1.3 thousand ratings.

App Information

Fossify File Manager is FREE to download. The APK download size is 9.26 MB. The latest version available is 1.6.1. The last update was on February 16, 2026.

Technical Requirements

The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play January 2024.

Description

Tired of file managers that slow you down and invade your privacy? Unlock a lightning-fast, secure, and completely customizable experience with Fossify File Manager. ⚡

More data about Fossify File Manager

Price	Free to download
Total downloads	160 thousand
Recent downloads	12 thousand
Rating	4.38 based on 1.3 thousand ratings
Ranking	Not ranked
Version	1.6.1
APK size	9.26 MB
Number of libraries	21
Suitable for	Everyone
Ads	NO ads

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Google Play Rating history and histogram

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Downloads over time

Fossify File Manager has been downloaded 160 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 390 downloads per day.

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Comments on Fossify File Manager for Android

★★★★☆ Ahmed Saleh · Jan 20, 2026

The app is great! It's secure and modern. But it could be better if it has a private folder that stores important files in the app's private storage.

★★★★★ Hello Moto · May 27, 2026

Use nearly all the fossi apps as there are not any embedded ads or trackers, are smaller, and use less resources. Unfortunately, fossi apps may be disappearing this Fall when Google takes control of all android phones. Unfortunately, no one, including Google's AI, will answer whether fossi apps will be pulled from the store. If so, three new non-android phones will be purchased to maintain some freedom, much less if any surveillance, and AI intrusion. Google is out-of-control.

★★★★☆ Trey · May 15, 2026

Finally! A file manager that feels desktop-like to use while having a clean mobile interface. Being Private, free and open-source definitely a plus! No longer have to deal with the nonsense that is Google Files or the seemingly abandoned built-in Android file explorer. Kinda wish there was a dedicated screen showing currently running file management tasks.

★★★★☆ chase sirard · May 21, 2026

This is a very good file manager that provides a similar experience to that of a PC. although there is one issue where deleting large files or folders is buggy.

★☆☆☆☆ B · Feb 18, 2026

Prompts me with "Donate to Fosify" The only options are "Purchase Ossify Thank you app", or "Later". I cannot close the prompt without selecting either. I don't want to select "Later". So instead I decided to leave a negative review.

★☆☆☆☆ Nepeta Leijon · Jul 12, 2026

App will not move files without notification permissions. Do not lock basic functionality behind unnecessary permissions. I do not need a progress bar.

★★☆☆☆ leah e · May 15, 2026

Your App was good until- I have 9 GB of internal storage, and 156 GB of SD storage availability- Your app is telling me"Not enough SD storage space"even though it has 'all files acess'- when I attempt to move files from internal to SD- Nothing I do will change this even uninstall & reinstall~ Please fix this!!

★☆☆☆☆ Simon Jurjavčič · Mar 2, 2026

Doesn't recognize my external storage when plugged in (usb is there but nothing is on it.

★☆☆☆☆ Nova · Feb 19, 2026

Constantly crashing trying to open and move files from a folder with 300+ files. Literally incapable of even opening the folder.

Google Play Rankings for Fossify File Manager

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Technologies used by Fossify File Manager

Fossify File Manager is requesting 7 permissions and is using 21 libraries.

Permissions

Development tools

test access to protected storage

Storage

modify or delete the contents of your USB storage

Extra

android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS, android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES, android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT, org.fossify.android.permission.WRITE_GLOBAL_SETTINGS

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