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APK Manager & Installer

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Need to backup your favorite apps before a factory reset? Want to share an app with friends who don't have internet access? Looking to keep older app versions or reinstall apps on new devices? APK Manager & Installer is your complete solution for backing up, managing, installing, and sharing Android application files including modern App Bundles.

With over 150,000 downloads and a 4.4-star rating, our app has become the trusted tool for Android users who need complete control over their APK files. Backup APKs from any installed app (including system apps), batch backup multiple apps at once with long-press selection, full support for modern App Bundles (.apks files), manage archived files with install/share/upload/delete options, organize with smart sorting and filtering, and batch delete unwanted backups—all without requiring root access. Perfect for app developers testing builds, users archiving favorite app versions, people sharing apps offline, and anyone preparing for device switches or factory resets.

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Why You Need APK Manager & Installer

In today's app ecosystem, having control over your APK files is crucial. Apps get updated with unwanted changes, internet isn't always available for downloads, and some apps aren't available in all regions. APK Manager solves these problems by letting you backup and share application files freely. Perfect for developers testing different app versions, users keeping older app versions they prefer, people sharing apps with friends offline, tech enthusiasts archiving app collections, and anyone preparing for factory resets or device switches.

MAIN FEATURES
  • Easy APK Backup: Save APK files from any installed app (user and system apps) to your backup folder.
  • App Bundle Support (.apks): Full support for modern App Bundles—saves as .apks files that can only be installed using APK Manager & Installer.
  • Quick Actions: Backup, launch, view in Play Store, open app info, or uninstall apps with a single tap.
  • Batch Backup: Long-press to select multiple apps and backup them all at once.
  • Archived Files Management: View, install, share, upload, or delete backed-up .apk and .apks files from the Archived section.
  • Smart Sorting & Filtering: Sort apps by name, date, or size. Filter by user apps, system apps, or view both.
  • Batch Delete: Select and delete multiple archived files at once to free up storage.
  • Share & Upload: Share APK/APKS files via Bluetooth, email, WhatsApp, or upload to cloud services.
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Getting Started with APK Manager

Viewing Installed Apps

Single App Actions

Tap on any app to see available options:

Batch Backup

  1. Long-press on any app to enable selection mode
  2. Tap additional apps to select them (app icon changes to a checkmark)
  3. Tap "Select All" at the top to select all apps
  4. Tap "Save" button at the top to backup selected apps
  5. All selected apps are saved to your designated backup folder
  6. Files are saved with app name and version number

Viewing Archived Apps (Backed-up Files)

Managing Archived Files

Tap on any archived file to see available options:

Batch Delete Archived Files

  1. Long-press on any file to enable selection mode
  2. Tap additional files to select them (file icon changes to a checkmark)
  3. Tap "Select All" at the top to select all files
  4. Tap "Delete" button at the top
  5. Confirm deletion when prompted
  6. Selected files are permanently deleted from storage

Understanding File Formats

APK Files (.apk)

APKS Files (.apks) - App Bundles

Important Notes:

When You Need APK Manager

Before Factory Reset

Backup all your favorite apps before resetting your device. After reset, install them directly from backup without downloading from Play Store again. Saves time and mobile data, especially useful for large apps or slow connections.

Sharing Apps Offline

Share apps with friends, family, or colleagues who don't have internet access. Perfect for areas with poor connectivity or when someone needs an app urgently. No data charges or Play Store account required.

Keeping Older App Versions

Prefer an older version of an app? Extract and archive it before updating. If the new version has bugs or unwanted changes, reinstall your backed-up version. Many users keep old versions of social media and messaging apps.

App Development & Testing

Developers can extract their app builds for testing on multiple devices. Compare different versions side-by-side. Share test builds with beta testers without uploading to Play Store.

Installing Apps on Devices Without Play Store

Some Android devices (like Amazon Fire tablets, Chinese phones) don't have Google Play. Extract APKs from your main phone and install on these devices. Access your favorite apps anywhere.

Archiving Discontinued Apps

Apps sometimes get removed from Play Store. Archive them before they disappear. Keep access to apps that are no longer available for download. Build your personal app library.

Device Migration

Moving to a new phone? Backup all APKs from old device. Transfer them to new phone via SD card, cloud, or direct transfer. Install without needing to re-download everything.

Pro Tips & Best Practices

Frequently Asked Questions

No, APK Manager works perfectly on non-rooted devices. You can backup both user-installed apps and system apps without root. The app uses standard Android APIs to access and save APK files safely.
APK (.apk) is a single installation file for traditional apps that can be installed by any installer. APKS (.apks) is for modern App Bundles containing multiple split APK files packaged together in a custom zip archive. Google Play now distributes most apps as bundles. Important: .apks files can ONLY be installed using APK Manager & Installer—they won't work with other installers.
Backed-up APKs work on devices with compatible Android versions and CPU architecture. An app requiring Android 10 won't work on Android 8. Apps compiled for ARM won't work on x86 devices. Generally, transferring from newer to older devices works better than the reverse.
Backing up APKs from apps you've legally purchased or downloaded is legal for personal use and backup purposes. Distributing paid apps without permission violates copyright laws. Free apps can usually be shared, but always respect developer terms of service and intellectual property rights.
Backed-up files are saved to your designated backup folder in internal storage or SD card. You can access all backed-up files from the "Archived" section within the app, or through any file manager. Files are saved with app name and version number for easy identification. You can change the backup location in Settings.
Yes! That's one of the main benefits. Once backed-up, files can be installed completely offline. For .apk files: enable "Install unknown apps" permission for APK Manager & Installer in your Android settings (on Android 8+). For .apks files (App Bundles): use the Install option from the Archived section—APK Manager & Installer will handle the installation automatically.
Yes! APK Manager can backup both user-installed apps and system apps without root access. Filter by "System" to view system apps only, tap on any system app, and select "Backup" to save it. Note: While you can backup system apps, you typically cannot uninstall them without root access.
Backed-up file size matches the installed app size. Small apps (5-20 MB), medium apps (50-100 MB), large games (1-4 GB). The app shows file size in the app list. If you get an "out of space" error, free up storage before backing up. Use batch delete in the Archived section to remove old backups when needed.
APK Manager requires storage permission to read installed apps and save backup files to your device. On Android 11+, you'll need to grant access to a specific folder for saving backups using Storage Access Framework (SAF). Notification permission (Android 13+) is optional for showing backup status updates.
Yes! You can save backups to your SD card. Go to Settings → Storage Location and select SD Card. On Android 11+, you'll be prompted to select a folder on your SD card using the file picker. Make sure your SD card has enough free space before backing up large apps.
Apps with a split APK icon use Google's App Bundle format. These apps contain multiple component files and are saved as .apks files. You'll need APK Manager & Installer to install these backed-up files. Most modern apps from Google Play use this format.
No. APK Manager only backs up the APK installation files, not your app data, settings, or login credentials. After reinstalling a backed-up app, you'll need to log in again and reconfigure settings. For complete app data backup, use Android's built-in backup feature or third-party backup tools.
Common reasons for backup failure:
- Out of storage space - Free up space on your device or SD card
- SD card not found - Change storage path to internal storage in Settings
- Permission denied - Grant storage permission when prompted
- Wrong folder selected - On Android 11+, ensure you select the root folder of your storage location
- Large app size - Apps over 2GB may fail on some devices
No, sharing works for one file at a time. From the Archived section, tap on a file and select "Share" to send it via Bluetooth, Email, WhatsApp, or other apps. For sharing multiple apps, share them individually.
Both options open the Android share menu. Use either one to share your backed-up files through Bluetooth, Email, cloud storage apps, messaging apps, or any other sharing method available on your device.
Yes! Copy your backup folder to a computer or cloud storage before factory reset. After resetting, install APK Manager & Installer, copy the backup folder back to your device, and install apps from the Archived section. Remember: This only restores the apps, not your app data or settings.
Check your filter settings (User/System/Both). Some apps might be filtered out. Protected system apps or apps with special installation restrictions may not appear. Use the search function to find specific apps quickly.
Your backed-up .apk and .apks files remain in your storage folder even after uninstalling APK Manager. You can access them through any file manager. However, .apks files (App Bundles) can only be installed by reinstalling APK Manager & Installer first.
MIUI (Xiaomi's Android version) restricts app installation from third-party sources. If installation fails, go to Developer Options and disable "MIUI Optimization." Warning: This may clear data from some user-installed apps. See the MIUI warning dialog in the app for detailed instructions.

System Requirements & Compatibility

Android Version

Android 5.0 (Lollipop) and above

Storage Space

App: 5 MB | Recommended 500 MB free for backups

RAM

1GB or higher (recommended for smooth performance)

Internet

Not required (works completely offline)

Supported Devices: Works on all Android phones, tablets, and Android TV. Compatible with Samsung, Xiaomi, OnePlus, Google Pixel, Motorola, Oppo, Vivo, Realme, Nokia, and all other manufacturers.

Permissions Required: Storage (read/write) for saving extracted APK files. No root access required for standard apps.

What our users says

Dee Facts

I tried differrent apk saver. This is the top because if you save the apk by this app and you want re install. It can install. Thank developer. Keep it up

Benick adam Carter

100 Legit App Extractor. I used this for 4 months. I installed it on my xiami Redmi6A. Great app for me. Hope this app stay the same. And maintain its good quality service.

Vanlalmalsawmdawnga Pachuau

Easy to use. User friendly. Everyone need this. Especially gamers .

Friendly Anarchist ツ

Great app! And thanks for educating me about the MIUI issue! It really helped!

Yeasin Vai

Really good for saving apps on memory.

MANiK SAMSUNG

It's works well for me. Such a nice app. I like it.

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