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Shelter

PeterCxy
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Version
1.9.1
Size
2.6 MB
Requires
Android API 24+
4 / 5 · 11,269 ratings 63,681 downloads
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Updated Nov 6, 2026

Quick answer

Isolate and run multiple instances of apps using Work Profiles

Shelter is a Free and Open-Source (FOSS) app that leverages the "Work Profile" feature of Android to provide an isolated space that you can install or clone apps into. For a full description, please read from the Git repository of Shelter. A summary is provided below. The main use-cases of Shelter include: - Installing apps inside a work profile for isolation - "Freeze" apps inside the work profile to prevent them from running or being woken up when you are not actively using them - Installing two copies of the same app on the same device Note that Shelter depends on the Work Profile feature of the Android system, so any bugs related to Work Profiles in the Android-derived system you are using will affect Shelter. In addition, Shelter can only be as secure as the Work Profile implementation.

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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 Shelter?
Isolate and run multiple instances of apps using Work Profiles
Who develops Shelter?
Shelter is developed by PeterCxy.
Which Android version does Shelter require?
Shelter requires Android API 24 or later.
What is the current version of Shelter?
The synchronized F-Droid version is 1.9.1.
Which license does Shelter use?
The signed F-Droid metadata lists GPL-3.0-only.
Where is the source code for Shelter?
https://gitea.angry.im/PeterCxy/Shelter

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