Fossify File Manager is made and published by Fossify. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Fossify. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Fossify and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
Well rated- Rating on Google Play
- 4.43
- 1,476 ratings
- Installs
- 190 thousand
- Last updated
- October 10, 2026
- Ads
- No ads
- Size
- 9.31 MB
Fossify File Manager has 190 thousand installs. Users rate it well: 4.4 stars from 1,476 ratings.
Pros & Cons
- Open-source and ad-free for a transparent experience
- Offline-first design with no internet required for local file access
- Powerful on-device storage management, including root/SD/USB navigation
- Highly customizable with colors, themes, and icons
- Lacks built-in cloud storage or cloud sync features commonly offered by competitors
- Broad storage-related permissions (READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, INSTALL_PACKAGES) may raise privacy concerns for some users
- Primarily on-device functionality, which may mean fewer cloud-based collaboration features compared to some competitors
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayComments on Fossify File Manager for Android
★★★★★
Nikhil Brijesh
· Oct 11, 2026
Simple, easy to use, very good file manager and free and open source
★★★★★
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.
★★★★★
Ian MacGregor
· Aug 20, 2026
I love this file manager, it is so much better than Files by Google! This file manager app initially opens to display files and folders, like a file manager should, not that garbage collection that the Files by Google app initially opens with. Thank you!
★★★★★
Mike J
· Oct 19, 2026
Excellent apps! So nice not to be spied on. This is a great file manager. Be sure and try the rest of Frost apps, although they are hard to find. On here, Google doesn't like people that don't spy on users.
★★☆☆☆
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!!
★☆☆☆☆
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.
★☆☆☆☆
Irina Isha
· Apr 24, 2026
Used to love this app before it started hiding features behind a paywall - now it's no better than the rest and disgusting to call "FOSS" on top of it.
Google Play Rating history and histogram
Store listing
By Fossify, from Google Play“Handy, lightweight, open-source file explorer with essential features.”
Screenshots by Fossify, from the Google Play listing
Description by Fossify Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
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. ⚡
🚀 DOMINATE YOUR DIGITAL WORLD WITH BLAZING-FAST NAVIGATION:
• Swiftly manage your files with easy compression and transfer capabilities, keeping your digital life organized.
• Quickly access your most-used folders with customizable home folder and favorite shortcuts.
• Find what you need in seconds with intuitive navigation, search, and sorting options.
🔐 FORTIFY YOUR DATA WITH UNPARALLELED PRIVACY AND SECURITY:
• Secure sensitive files with password, pattern, or fingerprint locks for hidden items or the entire app.
• No internet access required – your files stay private and secure on your device.
💾 MASTER YOUR STORAGE LIKE A PRO:
• Clear space with easy file and folder compression to maximize your device's potential.
• Identify and clean up space-hogging files with the built-in storage analysis tool.
• Seamlessly navigate root files, SD cards, and USB devices for total organization.
📁 OPTIMIZE YOUR WORKFLOW WITH HANDY TOOLS:
• Create desktop shortcuts for instant access to your most-used files and folders.
• Edit, print, or read documents easily with the light file editor, enhanced by zoom gestures.
🌈 MAKE IT YOUR OWN WITH ENDLESS CUSTOMIZATION:
• Enjoy an ad-free, open-source experience that puts you in control, not corporate giants.
• Personalize colors, themes, and icons to reflect your unique style and preferences.
Ditch the bloated, privacy-invading file managers and experience true freedom with Fossify File Manager. Download now and take back control of your digital life!
Explore more apps by Fossify: https://www.fossify.org
Source Code: https://www.github.com/FossifyOrg
Join the community on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Fossify
Connect on Telegram: https://t.me/Fossify
Recent changes:
Changed:
• Updated translations
Fixed:
• Fixed the modification of the original timestamp when decompressing folders
🚀 DOMINATE YOUR DIGITAL WORLD WITH BLAZING-FAST NAVIGATION:
• Swiftly manage your files with easy compression and transfer capabilities, keeping your digital life organized.
• Quickly access your most-used folders with customizable home folder and favorite shortcuts.
• Find what you need in seconds with intuitive navigation, search, and sorting options.
🔐 FORTIFY YOUR DATA WITH UNPARALLELED PRIVACY AND SECURITY:
• Secure sensitive files with password, pattern, or fingerprint locks for hidden items or the entire app.
• No internet access required – your files stay private and secure on your device.
💾 MASTER YOUR STORAGE LIKE A PRO:
• Clear space with easy file and folder compression to maximize your device's potential.
• Identify and clean up space-hogging files with the built-in storage analysis tool.
• Seamlessly navigate root files, SD cards, and USB devices for total organization.
📁 OPTIMIZE YOUR WORKFLOW WITH HANDY TOOLS:
• Create desktop shortcuts for instant access to your most-used files and folders.
• Edit, print, or read documents easily with the light file editor, enhanced by zoom gestures.
🌈 MAKE IT YOUR OWN WITH ENDLESS CUSTOMIZATION:
• Enjoy an ad-free, open-source experience that puts you in control, not corporate giants.
• Personalize colors, themes, and icons to reflect your unique style and preferences.
Ditch the bloated, privacy-invading file managers and experience true freedom with Fossify File Manager. Download now and take back control of your digital life!
Explore more apps by Fossify: https://www.fossify.org
Source Code: https://www.github.com/FossifyOrg
Join the community on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Fossify
Connect on Telegram: https://t.me/Fossify
Recent changes:
Changed:
• Updated translations
Fixed:
• Fixed the modification of the original timestamp when decompressing folders
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 21
- App size
- 9.31 MB
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Fossify File Manager
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Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 1.6.2
- Launched
- January 2024
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Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 13 thousand
- Per day
- 420
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 100+ thousand
- Launched
- January 2024
Installs over time
Fossify File Manager has been installed 190 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 420 installs per day.
Rankings
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About the app and developer
About Fossify File Manager
Fossify File Manager is a tools app developed by Fossify.
Install Statistics
Fossify File Manager has been installed 190 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 13 thousand times.
User Ratings
Fossify File Manager is rated 4.43 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 1.5 thousand ratings.
App Information
Fossify File Manager is freely available from Google Play. The app size is 9.31 MB. The latest version available is 1.6.2. The last update was on October 10, 2026.
Technical Requirements
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since January 2024.
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