About KDE Connect

KDE Connect provides a set of features to integrate your workflow across devices:

- Transfer files between your devices.
- Access files on your phone from your computer, without wires.
- Shared clipboard: copy and paste between your devices.
- Get notifications for incoming calls and messages on your computer.
- Virtual touchpad: Use your phone screen as your computer's touchpad.
- Notifications sync: Access your phone notifications from your computer and reply to messages.
- Multimedia remote control: Use your phone as a remote for Linux media players.
- WiFi connection: no USB wire or bluetooth needed.
- End-to-end TLS encryption: your information is safe.

Please note you will need to install KDE Connect on your computer for this app to work, and keep the desktop version up-to-date with the Android version for the latest features to work.

Sensitive permissions information:
* Accessibility permission: Required to receive input from another device to control your Android phone, if you use the Remote Input feature.
* Background location permission: Required to know to which WiFi network you are connected to, if you use the Trusted Networks feature.

KDE Connect never sends any information to KDE nor to any third party. KDE Connect sends data from one device to the other directly using the local network, never through the internet, and using end to end encryption.

This app is part of an open source project and it exists thanks to all the people who contributed to it. Visit the website to grab the source code.

Additional KDE Connect Information

Latest Version

1.30.1

Uploaded by

KDE Community

Requires Android

Android v14

Available on

Get KDE Connect on Google Play

KDE Connect FAQ

1. What is KDE Connect?

KDE Connect is an application that enables communication between your phone and your computer, allowing for easy file sharing, notifications sync, and remote control functionalities.

2. How do I install KDE Connect?

You can install KDE Connect from the Google Play Store for Android devices or from your Linux distribution's software repository. Windows users can download it from the KDE Connect GitHub page.

3. What platforms does KDE Connect support?

KDE Connect supports Linux, Windows, Android, and macOS, allowing cross-device communication seamlessly.

4. Can I use KDE Connect with any smartphone?

KDE Connect is primarily designed for Android devices, but you may find experimental versions or alternative applications for iOS users.

5. Is KDE Connect secure?

Yes, KDE Connect uses encrypted connections for data transfer to ensure the privacy and security of your information.

6. What features are available in KDE Connect?

KDE Connect offers features such as file sharing, SMS notifications, clipboard sharing, remote input, and custom commands, among others.

7. Do I need to be on the same Wi-Fi network to use KDE Connect?

Yes, both your computer and smartphone need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for KDE Connect to function properly.

8. Can I control my computer remotely using KDE Connect?

Yes, KDE Connect allows you to use your smartphone as a remote control for your computer, enabling you to navigate presentations and media playback.

9. What if my phone and computer don’t connect?

Ensure both devices are on the same network and that KDE Connect is installed and running on both. You may also need to re-pair your devices.

10. Is KDE Connect open-source?

Yes, KDE Connect is an open-source project, and its source code is available for anyone to inspect or contribute to.

KDE Connect User Reviews

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techlover89
2024-08-24
4
0
The remote control features are so convenient for presentations.
u
user123
2024-08-27
2
0
KDE Connect has revolutionized the way I use my devices together!
s
student2023
2024-08-30
2
0
Having notifications from my phone on my computer has made multitasking so much easier.
h
happy_user
2024-09-01
4
0
I had some connection issues initially, but support helped me resolve them quickly.
a
android_dev
2024-09-09
4
0
I wish there was a version for iOS, but otherwise, this app is awesome!
l
linux_fan
2024-09-18
1
0
I love how easy it is to share files between my phone and laptop.

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