FX File Explorer: Your Privacy-Focused File Manager
Tired of intrusive ads and tracking in your file manager? FX File Explorer offers a clean, efficient, and privacy-respecting solution for managing files on your Android device. Enjoy a Material Design interface and powerful features designed for ease of use and enhanced security.
Key Features:
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Seamless File Transfers: Transfer files between devices and computers effortlessly using SMBv2 support, FX Connect (phone-to-phone transfers via Wi-Fi Direct and NFC), and Web Access (browser-based file management and drag-and-drop). (FX+ required for FX Connect and Web Access)
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Intuitive Interface: The productivity-focused home screen provides quick access to important folders, media, and cloud storage. Multi-window and dual-view modes enhance efficiency. A unique "Usage View" displays folder sizes and content for better organization.
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Comprehensive File Support: FX supports a wide range of file archive formats, including zip, tar, gzip, bzip2, 7zip, and RAR.
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Uncompromising Privacy: FX is ad-free, doesn't track user activity, and its code is developed in-house by NextApp, Inc., a US corporation established in 2002.
FX+ Add-On (optional):
Unlock even more functionality with the FX+ add-on:
- Networked Computer Access: Connect to FTP, SSH FTP, WebDAV, and Windows networks (SMB1 and SMB2).
- Cloud Storage Integration: Manage files on Google Drive, Dropbox, SugarSync, Box, SkyDrive, and OwnCloud.
- Application Management: Browse and manage installed applications based on their permissions.
- Enhanced Security: Create and explore AES-256/AES-128 encrypted zip files; utilize an encrypted password keyring for secure network and cloud access.
- Media Management: Browse audio by artist/album/playlist; manage playlists; directly browse photos and videos.
Built-in Tools:
FX includes several convenient built-in tools:
- Text editor (with undo/redo, cut/paste, search, and pinch-to-zoom)
- Binary (Hex) viewer
- Image viewer
- Media player and pop-up audio player
- Archive creator and extractor (Zip, Tar, GZip, Bzip2, 7zip)
- RAR file extractor
- Shell script executor
Android 8/9 Location Permission:
Note: Android 8.0+ requires "approximate location" permission for Wi-Fi Direct functionality. FX does not use this information for location tracking; it's only requested when using FX Connect on Android 8.0 and later.
Version 9.0.1.2 (April 9, 2023): Minor bug fixes and improvements.
