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kiFOSSk

ShinyDiscoBallsDev
System Internet
Version
1.1.4
Size
2.6 MB
Requires
Android API 24+
4.6 / 5 · 7,650 ratings 7 downloads
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Updated Sep 22, 2026

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Lightweight FOSS kiosk browser for dashboards. Auto-recovery, zero Google.

F-Droid repository metadata

kiFOSSk is a lightweight, open-source kiosk browser designed to turn your Android device into a dedicated display for remote dashboards. Whether you're monitoring ADS-B flights, viewing Home Assistant dashboards, or running digital signage, kiFOSSk provides a reliable, privacy-first solution.

Key Features: • Home Launcher Mode: Automatically starts on boot without complex Device Owner setup. • Resilient: Automatic retry with exponential backoff, and a friendly waiting screen when the dashboard host is unreachable — no blank screens, no manual refresh. • Privacy Focused: Zero Google Play Services, no analytics, no telemetry. • Customizable: Set dashboard URL, orientation, and screen timeout. • Battery Optimized: Built-in option to request unrestricted battery usage for always-on displays. • Secure: Minimal permissions, local storage only, connects only to your configured URL.

Perfect for GrapheneOS users, privacy-conscious homelab enthusiasts, and any spare Android device destined for wall duty. Setup is simple: Install, enter your dashboard URL, and set as the default home app. No root, no Device Owner, no bloatware — just a clean kiosk experience.

Landing page: https://kifossk.shinydiscoballs.dev This project is maintained by ShinyDiscoBallsDev and licensed under the MIT License.

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kiFOSSk screenshot 1
kiFOSSk screenshot 2

What’s new

Fix: legacy WebView engines (Android 7-8) now get the system's own error page
instead of a custom loading screen they can't render; engine detected at
startup (#2)

Fix: waiting page no longer sits on "Loading..." forever - once a page can't
be loaded it says so, and it's sized to fit every screen

Also: Settings footer shows app and WebView version (notes legacy engines),
engine detection consolidated into a single startup census

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 kiFOSSk?
Lightweight FOSS kiosk browser for dashboards. Auto-recovery, zero Google.
Who develops kiFOSSk?
kiFOSSk is developed by ShinyDiscoBallsDev.
Which Android version does kiFOSSk require?
kiFOSSk requires Android API 24 or later.
What is the current version of kiFOSSk?
The synchronized F-Droid version is 1.1.3.
Which license does kiFOSSk use?
The signed F-Droid metadata lists MIT.
Where is the source code for kiFOSSk?
https://github.com/ShinyDiscoBallsDev/kiFOSSk

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