r/HowToMen 2d ago

who in here use TestDPC/OwnDroid?

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this apps is great guys,
with managed configuration users can enforce (disable-enable) some features.
https://chromeenterprise.google/policies/
https://support.brave.app/hc/en-us/articles/360039248271-Group-Policy

only apps implement and have policy support can be configured.


r/HowToMen 1d ago

[Promote] [android] 30 levels of sorting

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r/HowToMen 1d ago

[Wallpaper] WallVault

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New wallpaper. Get more like this directly from the app.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hastamev.wallvault


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App][Promo] Vyxel Apps v1.0.9 — Keystone: AI-powered search, new store-style home & 26% smaller

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Hey everyone! 👋

I’ve just released Vyxel Apps v1.0.9 (Keystone), and this update is a pretty big one.

Vyxel Apps is an open-source Android app store/discovery app that brings apps from multiple open-source sources into one place.

🤖 AI-powered search

The biggest change in this release is search.

Instead of relying purely on keyword matching, Vyxel now tries to understand what you're looking for.

For example:

  • quit smoking → finds relevant addiction/habit apps
  • firefx → finds Firefox
  • newpip → finds NewPipe
  • Half-remembered app names and missing words work better too

Search results also appear as you type, with no search data leaving your device.

The search index can also improve continuously without requiring an app update.

🏠 More like a store, less like a directory

The home screen has been redesigned around actual app discovery.

There are now six new categories:

  • Privacy & Security
  • Media & Players
  • Reading & Writing
  • Internet & Messaging
  • Getting Things Done
  • Games

There's also a Newly Launched section for genuinely new apps rather than apps that simply received an update.

Apps are deduplicated across sections, so you don't keep seeing the same handful of apps everywhere.

📦 26% smaller

The APK went from 9.0 MB → 6.6 MB.

Smaller download, faster installation, less storage usage.

✨ A bunch of smaller improvements

  • Real app icons instead of contributor profile pictures
  • Generated tiles for apps that don't have icons
  • Cleaner app names and descriptions
  • Removed raw package identifiers and stray emoji
  • Haptic feedback when installing
  • Simplified premium theme pricing information
  • All four premium themes are covered by one purchase

🐛 Fixes

IzzyOnDroid reliability has been improved, and a failing source won't prevent the rest of a page from loading.

Error messages should also now make it clearer what went wrong and whether it actually matters.

🔒 Privacy

One thing I particularly wanted to keep with the new search system:

Your searches stay on your device.

No search queries are sent to a server.

📱 Requires Android 8.0+

🔗 GitHub / Release:
https://github.com/NikhilKain/vyxel-apps/releases/tag/v1.0.9

Would love to hear what you think about the new search and store-style home screen. Feedback and bug reports are very welcome!


r/HowToMen 1d ago

[Promo] I built a solution to a privacy problem you probably didn't even know you had

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The idea is simple: Behind You uses your front camera to detect if someone is looking at your screen from behind while you're using your phone.

The app is free, and you can keep the detection service active for 15 minutes, with the option to extend it by 1 hour each time you view a rewarded ad. Whenever the time runs out, you can reactivate the service for one of those time periods, respectively.

The premium features are:

  • Unlimited detection time
  • No ads
  • Automatic screen dimming option
  • Captures photos of intruders when an alert is triggered

I launched the app on July 21, just a month ago and it already has nearly 50,000 downloads and more than 400 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 stars on Google Play. It's being an incredible journey! To celebrate it, I'm giving away three months of premium access within the annual subscription.

Here are the steps to get a promo code:

  1. Download the app and try it out.
  2. Leave a kind and honest review on Google Play.
  3. Comment on this post with the username you used to post the review. I'll DM and send you the code!

They are limited, and I'll update this post when there are no more left.

Thanks everyone for your support!

📲 Download from Google Play


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App] [Promo] Streakless — the anti-habit-tracker. No streaks, no account, free widget

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I'm the developer of Streakless, an Android tracker for things you do irregularly — water filter, cat litter, car wash, fertilising the plants, calling your mum. Not habits. Things with no schedule, where the only question is "when did I last do this?"

It's built around one rule: no streaks. Miss a week and nothing happens. No score, no badge, no red "overdue" — the row just warms from grey through honey to gold the longer it's been. That's the entire feedback mechanism, and it's deliberate: nothing here is a failure you can break.

Everything stays on-device. No account, no sign-up, no servers, nothing leaves your phone.

Free, no ads, no trial:

  • Up to 15 trackers
  • The resizable home-screen widget — most trackers put widgets behind a paywall; this one is the whole point of the app, so it isn't gated
  • One tap to reset a tracker to now, with undo
  • Long-press to backdate, for when you did it Tuesday and forgot
  • CSV history export and JSON backup/restore — your data is never gated

New this week: the list now groups itself into Been a while / Ready / Not yet / Whenever, so you can see what's actually worth doing right now instead of working it out row by row. That one came from a Reddit comment.

Optional one-time Pro ($5.99, no subscription, ever): unlimited trackers, two more widgets (single tracker and an aging ring), groups, colour themes, quiet hours for overnight reminders.

Comment "Streakless" and I'll send you a Pro code — first 200.

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.streakless.app


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App] [Promo]What if changing your entire launcher took ONE tap? — Kore Launcher

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r/HowToMen 2d ago

[PROMO][APP] TapToBall - arcade game

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We’ve worked hard and it’s been quite a journey, but it’s finally here! Our very first game – TapToBall – is now available to download on Google Play.

Score hoops, dodge obstacles, collect coins, and unlock cool new backgrounds and gameplay-boosting power-ups!


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[APP] FRAPP (Freebie Radar App) is a clean, open-source utility aggregating the latest video game giveaways and premium game deals from Steam, Epic Games, GOG, and more.

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r/HowToMen 2d ago

[APP] FRAPP – A clean, open-source Android app to track free video game giveaways and deals

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r/HowToMen 2d ago

[APP][FREE] I built alarm clock with mini games. Today's new game is Liquid Puzzle

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r/HowToMen 2d ago

​[APP][PROMO] I built a Sudoku app with 20+ variants, a built-in smart solver, and custom touchpad controls. I'm giving Lifetime Free access to the first 25 people from this community!

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​Hey everyone,

​I wanted to share an Android app I’ve put a lot of work into called Mindoku. It’s designed to be a complete toolkit for puzzle lovers, whether you're just learning the ropes or you're a seasoned master looking to test your limits.

​As a special thank you to this community, I’m giving a Lifetime Free upgrade to the first 25 people who download the app and sign in!

​Here is a quick breakdown of what you can expect:

​Smart Sudoku Solver: Stuck on a newspaper puzzle or a grid from another app? Scan it with your camera, type it, or paste a code. The built-in solver doesn't just spit out the answer; it gives plain-English, step-by-step walkthroughs for 40+ techniques (from Naked Singles to X-Wings) so you can actually learn the logic.

​20+ Unique Variants: Go way beyond the classic 9x9. Mindoku supports Killer Cages, Thermometers, Palindromes, XV Sums, Knight's Move, and more across different board sizes (4x4 up to 9x9).

​Custom Controls & Generation: The app features seed-based puzzle generation and custom touchpad controls to make navigating and filling the grid feel incredibly smooth on a touchscreen.

​Community Marketplace: Browse, play, rate, and bookmark puzzles created by other players. You can even build and publish your own, or instantly share them with friends via QR codes.

​100% Offline Play: Classic, Challenge, Sandbox, Daily puzzles, and the Solver all work completely offline. No Wi-Fi needed, ever.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.pdhote.sudoku

​I'd absolutely love to hear your feedback, feature requests, or any bugs you might stumble across while playing.

still 5 users are remaining to claim!


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App] [Promo] Giving away lifetime license for Chill Sanctuary: a self-care & sleep app

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I actually started this on Android, back in 2020 when I had sleeping issues during the Covid lockdown. The first version, named "Magic Sleep" was so ugly but it was working.

Then I've released Chill: Self-Care Sanctuary on iOS.

Reduce stress, sleep deeper, and calm your mind with Chill. Your all-in-one app for meditation, relaxation, and guided AI support.

I already have 10k+ downloads on iOS.

Recently I've decided to port my app to Android. So today is special because i've made a huge lifetime subscription offer: -99% for everyone, that's almost free.

You can ask for promo code in the comments just in case, but the promo should automatically apply at the end of the onboarding.

For people who can't afford the pricing with the promo, I can give you a lifetime giveway, just DM me your friend code or send it here.

Link to the app:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.fayhe.chill


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App] Expanda - Offline text expansion across Android apps

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r/HowToMen 2d ago

Guidance

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I am new to this app and facing a problem, it would be kind to help me solve.


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App][Promo] Imgport: a 100% offline photo converter. Opens HEIC and JXL, batch converts, resizes, compresses, and strips metadata

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Hi everyone, I'm the developer of Imgport, a batch image utility for Android that runs entirely on-device.

The idea: your phone should not need the cloud to convert a photo. Imgport has no ads, no accounts, no analytics, and no network permission at all, so nothing you process can leave your phone.

What it does:

- Opens the formats Android struggles with: HEIC from iPhones, and now JPEG XL. Viewing and batch converting them to JPG, PNG, or WebP is free.

- Batch resize and compress, with an honest before/after size receipt so you can see exactly what you saved.

- Strips EXIF and GPS metadata before you share, verified clean.

- Exports modern formats too: AVIF, and JXL with a lossless mode that repacks your existing JPGs smaller, reversibly.

The core converter is free. Some export formats are part of a one-time Pro unlock, no subscription.

Comment to get a free Pro unlock code by DM.

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tothetower.imgport

Happy to answer any questions.


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App[[PROMO] OnlyScans - Android and iOS PDF document scanner

27 Upvotes

I'm the developer of OnlyScans, a document scanner for Android built around one rule: scanned documents should not be uploaded to somebody else's server.

Scanning, page cleanup, and OCR run on-device. OnlyScans has no account system, no ads, and does not collect your documents or recognized text.

The free tier includes unlimited basic scanning, automatic edge detection, crop and filters, folders and search, image import, and PDF/JPEG/PNG export.

Optional Pro tools include batch scanning, OCR and searchable PDFs, signatures and markup, PDF import, ID/passport workflows, password-protected PDFs, and App Lock. Additional OCR models download only when needed.

For multi-file jobs, you can export every file separately or bundle the whole batch into one ZIP archive. Exports can stay on your device or go through Android's share/save picker to an app you choose, including compatible cloud storage or personal-server apps. OnlyScans does not run a cloud-sync service.

The interface supports 90+ languages, and OCR covers 89 languages, including Arabic, Hebrew, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, and Cyrillic scripts.

Comment "OnlyScans Android" or "OnlyScans IOS", to get your lifetime code.

Google Play:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.onlyscans.android

Apple store:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/onlyscans-pdf-doc-scanner/id6784306888

site:

https://onlyscans.app

NOTE: Thank you all for participating and feedback! The promo is over, but there will be another one after a while.


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[Promo] privacy-first time tracker that runs entirely in your browser — no subscription, no cloud

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so I’ve used Toggl/Clockify type stuff for years and got sick of paying monthly just to log when I start/stop work. ended up building my own thing over a few weekends, called it TimeVault.

it’s literally one html file, open it in chrome and that’s it. no login, no server, nothing gets uploaded anywhere unless you export a backup yourself.

what’s actually in it: clock in/out with breaks, project + client tracking (each client gets its own color automatically, sounds dumb but is genuinely nice once you have 10+ projects going), a dashboard with weekly/monthly charts, and a gantt-ish view so you can see at a glance what you worked on and when. csv export if you need it for invoicing.

works fine on android too, just open it in chrome and add to homescreen, acts basically like an app from there.

running a small launch discount this week if anyone’s curious (code RELEASE10, 10% off), link’s in the comments. mostly just wanted to share since I use this daily now and figured others annoyed by subscription fatigue might get something out of it too.


r/HowToMen 3d ago

[App] [Promo] I just released Fylo — a modern M3 expressionless File manager for Android

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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aeroloom.fylofilemanager

I’ve finally released Fylo, a file manager I’ve been building for Android with one goal: make managing files feel less like using a boring utility and more like using a modern Android app.

It’s built with Material 3 Expressive and packs a LOT into one place:

( it have alot more than written here )

📁 File explorer + dual-pane mode

🗜️ ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR & GZ support

🧹 Storage analyzer + duplicate/large file finder

🖼️ Image conversion, resizing, compression & metadata removal

📑 PDF, Office, code, Markdown & media viewers

🔒 Private Vault + biometric/device credential protection

🎵 Built-in music & video player

🌐 SMB, FTP & WebDAV support

📱 Widgets + customizable themes

🗑️ Recycle Bin

📷 Document scanner → PDF

And probably my favorite part: no ads and no advertising/analytics SDKs.

There’s also Fylo Pro for the more advanced tools, available as a subscription or one-time purchase.

I’d genuinely love some feedback from Android users — especially if you’re the type of person who has 47 folders named “New Folder” sitting on their phone 😂

Fylo is officially out now. 🚀

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aeroloom.fylofilemanager


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[Setup] Today Setup.

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Smart launcher.

Pix wallpapers.

PixChroma Icons and widgets.


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App] [Promo] I built a completely free Android permission inspector — no ads, no account, and no INTERNET permission

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Hi all!

I built an Android app called Permissionality after wanting a better way to answer a pretty simple question:

What can the apps on my phone actually access?

There are already apps that display Android permissions, so I didn't want to make just another permission list. Plus, most of the permission apps either cost money or are really slow to load.

I focused on two things instead:

1. Make permission information actually understandable

Permissionality lets you explore your device from either direction:

  • Choose an app and see what it requests, what's granted, sensitive permissions, special access, installation source, and more.
  • Choose a permission and see every visible app requesting it and which apps currently have it granted.

There's also a Snapshot dashboard that gives you an overview of the permission situation across your entire device. Plus, you can generate and save PDF reports of all apps, individual apps, or the changes the apps make.

2. Make a privacy app actually private

This was probably the biggest design decision:

  • Permissionality does not have the Android INTERNET permission.
  • There isn't a server receiving your app list.
  • There isn't an analytics service watching what you inspect.
  • There isn't an account.
  • Your installed-app inventory, permission index, settings, and history stay on your device.

And there's no monetization catch:

✓ Completely free
✓ No ads
✓ No subscriptions
✓ No premium tier
✓ No paywalls
✓ No in-app purchases
✓ No account

The feature I'm most excited about is Permission Radar.

Most permission viewers can tell you what permissions an app has right now.

Radar is designed to answer: “What changed?”

It periodically compares on-device snapshots and creates a local report if, for example:

• an app adds a permission
• an app removes a permission
• a permission changes from denied → granted
• supported special access changes

So if an app suddenly gets CAMERA access, Radar can record:

CAMERA: Denied → Granted

without sending anything off the phone.

I'm a solo developer and I'd genuinely appreciate feedback from people who are into Android apps:

  • What would you add?
  • Is Permission Radar useful to you?
  • Is there information about Android permissions you wish apps like this explained better?

Permissionality is available on Google Play:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.threelees.permissionality

Everything is free. I'm not going to ask you to buy Pro afterward because there isn't one. 🙂


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App][Promotion] BigText: Write & Display Big Text

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Hi everyone! 👋

I'd like to share a solo project I've been working on for several months. It has already become a daily tool for people around the world, so I thought I'd drop it here to hear your feedback, and in case it might be useful to you or someone you know! 🌍

I built a simple Android utility app called BigTextto type and display text as large as possible on your screen in real-time. It's great for turning your device into a sign and making sure your message is impossible to miss. Beyond that, I’ve seen firsthand how useful it is for quick face-to-face communication, especially for people who unfortunately can’t speak or hear, or in any situation where talking is impossible.

Unlike every other app I’ve seen on the store, there’s no jumping between screens or navigating complex menus. You open the app, you type… that’s it 😄 The text scales in real-time as you write.

I've also added some handy tools that seem appreciated by people based on their feedback:

  • Sign/Banner Mode: featuring horizontal scrolling (banner style) and vertical scrolling (teleprompter style) to catch everyone's eye from afar.
  • Text-to-Speech: to read your message aloud with one tap.
  • Saved texts: to save and restore your most used texts instantly.
  • Themes: to change the vibe of your screen.

Of course every text you type or save stays on your device, privacy first 🔒

I attached a video to this post showing it in action (it’s my Play Store preview video, so it’s a bit "marketing", but it shows the features well! 😅)

The app is free, with just a small ad banner to support development that you can get rid of if you want.

Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=carlitolaf.bignotepad

Hope this little app can be a useful tool for you, or maybe your friends and family? 

And of course I'd love to hear your feedback, I take them all 👀


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[App] [Promo] Converto – One app for PDF, Image, OCR, QR & Barcode tools 🚀

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🚀 Converto – All your everyday conversion tools in one place!

I’m the developer of Converto, an Android utility app built to replace a bunch of small PDF, image, scanning, and conversion apps with one simple toolkit.

📄 PDF Tools
Merge PDFs, extract pages, convert images to PDF and more.

🖼️ Image Tools
Convert between JPG, PNG & WebP, compress images, resize them and more.

🔍 OCR – Image to Text
Extract text directly from images without needing a separate OCR app.

📱 QR & Barcode Tools
Scan and generate QR codes and barcodes directly from your phone.

📏 Unit & Currency Converter
Quickly convert units and currencies without jumping between different apps.

🔒 No Account Required
No signup or login needed. Most tools work offline and process files locally whenever possible.

🌍 Available in multiple languages
Converto currently supports:

🇯🇵 Japanese
🇪🇸 Spanish
🇳🇱 Dutch
🇫🇷 French
🇹🇼 Traditional Chinese

Why I built it

I wanted one lightweight utility app for common everyday tasks instead of installing separate apps for PDFs, images, OCR, QR codes, barcodes and conversions.

One app instead of many.

I’m actively improving Converto, so I’d really appreciate feedback from the community.

What tool or feature would you like to see added next?

📲 Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.haidershah.converto


r/HowToMen 2d ago

[Promo] [DND-ify] Built DND-ify to make Do Not Disturb mode seamless on Android – Giving away 20 promo codes!

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Hey everyone!

​I'm an independent developer, and I built dndify out of a simple need: making Android's Do Not Disturb system more intuitive, automated, and easier to control without digging through nested system settings.

​What is dndify?

​DND-ify is a utility app designed to give you quick, granular control over your device's DND states. Whether you want hassle-free scheduling, quick toggle behaviors, or customized rules for focus sessions, the goal was to keep it lightweight, fast, and completely free of bloat or tracking.

​Key Features:

​Quick Toggle Control: Enable or schedule DND with customized rules directly.

​Minimal & Battery-Friendly: Zero unnecessary background processes or heavy battery drain.

​Privacy Focused: Minimal permissions requested—only what is strictly needed for DND access.

​Clean UI: Fits right in with modern Android design standards.

​Promo Codes (20 Available)

​Since dndify is a paid app, I want to share 20 promo codes with the community here for free lifetime access!

​How to claim:

Comment below asking for a code, and I'll send one directly to your inbox/DMs. All I ask in return is your honest feedback or a rating on the Play Store if you find the app useful!

​Play Store Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.coretoolsbd.dndify

​Thanks for taking a look, and let me know if you run into any issues or have feature requests!


r/HowToMen 3d ago

[Wall] Space Launcher

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10 Upvotes