UserLAnd - Linux on Android

Download UserLAnd - Linux on Android APK

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Latest Version: 25.09.12 • Updated: Dec 10, 2025

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About UserLAnd - Linux on Android

UserLAnd is an open-source app which allows you to run several Linux distributions like Ubuntu, Debian, and Kali. Advertisement Remove ads, dark theme, and more with Premium - 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: 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: github.com/CypherpunkArmory/UserLAnd/issues Show more Show less

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The latest UserLAnd - Linux on Android version available on APK.now is 25.09.12. We track new releases from UserLAnd Technologies continuously and add them to the catalog as soon as they pass verification.

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