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croc

Chris Howey
Internet Tools
Version
11.5.2
Size
215.4 MB
Requires
Android API 15+
4.6 / 5 · 2,171 ratings 14,579 downloads

Updated Oct 21, 2026

Quick answer

Easily and securely send things from one computer to another

croc is a tool that allows any two computers to simply and securely transfer files. Features - allows any two computers to transfer data (using a relay) - provides end-to-end encryption (using PAKE) - enables easy cross-platform transfers (Windows, Linux, Mac) - allows multiple file transfers - local server or port-forwarding not needed - ipv6-first with ipv4 fallback The command line application upon which this is based can be found here: https://github.com/schollz/croc

Screenshots

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What’s new

update to croc v11.5.2

How to install

  1. Download the APK from the button at the top of this page.
  2. Allow “Install unknown apps” for your browser or file manager only, not for every app.
  3. Open the downloaded file and confirm the installation.
  4. If installation fails with “App not installed,” remove an earlier build of the same app first. A signature conflict is the usual cause.

Data safety

  • Every file is checked against its published SHA-256 before it is listed.
  • Files are scanned for malware on every update.
  • The permissions each app requests are listed on its own page.
  • Read the full safety policy for how we test, flag, and delist files.

Frequently asked questions

What is croc?
Easily and securely send things from one computer to another
Who develops croc?
croc is developed by Chris Howey.
Which Android version does croc require?
croc requires Android API 15 or later.
What is the current version of croc?
The synchronized F-Droid version is 11.5.2.
Which license does croc use?
The signed F-Droid metadata lists ISC.
Where is the source code for croc?
https://github.com/howeyc/crocgui

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