UserLAnd - Linux on Android

Run Linux on Android. No root required.

UserLAnd - Linux on Android

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By: UserLAnd Technologies

Users: 1,268,213

7.62K

Rating: 4.63

(13,159)

78 new ratings

Version: 24.11.20 (Last updated: 2024-11-21)

Creation date: 2018-10-17

Email: su*****@userland.tech

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Permissions

Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage

Storage: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage

Other:

view network connections
connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
full network access
run at startup
control vibration
prevent device from sleeping

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# 51,629 ▲ 102

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App summary

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UserLAnd is an open-source app which allows you to run several Linux distributions like Ubuntu,
Debian, and Kali.

- No need to root your device.
- Use a built-in terminal to access your favorite shells.
- Easily connect to VNC sessions for a graphical experience.
- Easy setup for several common Linux distributions, like Ubuntu and Debian.
- Easy setup for several common Linux applications, like Octave and Firefox.
- A way to experiment and learn Linux and other common software tools from the palm of your hand.

UserLAnd was created and is being actively maintained by the folks behind the popular Android
application, GNURoot Debian. It is meant as a replacement for the original GNURoot Debian app.

When UserLAnd first launches, it presents a list of common distributions and Linux applications.
Clicking one of these then leads to a series of set-up prompts. Once these have been completed,
UserLAnd will download and set up files required to start the task that has been selected. Based on
the set-up, you will then be connected to your Linux distribution or application in a terminal or
VNC viewing Android application.

Want to know more about getting started? View our wiki on Github:
https://github.com/CypherpunkArmory/UserLAnd/wiki/Getting-Started-in-UserLAnd

Want to ask questions, give feedback, or report any bugs you've encountered? Reach us on Github:
https://github.com/CypherpunkArmory/UserLAnd/issues

User reviews

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Pros

Easy to install and run various Linux distributions.
No ads and open-source.
Compatible with a wide range of Android devices.
Good for learning Linux on the go.
Out of the box functionality is appreciated.

Cons

Issues with session connectivity and starting services.
Installation problems for certain distributions like Kali Linux and Debian.
Occasional bugs and glitches affecting usability.
Performance can be slow depending on the device.
Limited functionality when not connected to the internet.

Most mentioned

Easy to use for running Linux on Android.
Problems with starting sessions and service issues.
Best installation method for Linux distros compared to alternatives.
App functionality can be affected by device compatibility.
Performance concerns with certain distributions.

User reviews

Great app! I am using it for half a year now. Already the terminal is fun. But having a full fledged desktop environment you can use directly on the phone or connect to from another computer on a bigger screen - that is wow! I even installed RStudio on my phone. And recently I made the leap to the current Ubuntu 24.04 without major problems. Some minor flaws, like exporting the filesystem (say for backup) works, but the way back does not (that is restoring it in UserLAnd). But overall just WOW!

Matthias Hoster, 2024-11-22

Runs fine on Android 13, whereas Termux does not. Simple to use.

Kaboodle Epinink, 2024-11-22

Please resolve a problem that there is a bugin this app. When I click on Kali Linux distribution and after downloading it only shows starting service, it does not get open