FX File Explorer: Your Privacy-Focused File Manager
FX File Explorer offers a clean, Material Design interface and robust file management capabilities without ads, tracking, or annoyances. Transfer files seamlessly between devices and computers using features like SMBv2 support and the innovative FX Connect (requires FX+). FX Connect utilizes Wi-Fi Direct and even supports NFC for quick phone-to-phone transfers via a simple touch.
For enhanced remote access, the optional FX+ add-on unlocks Web Access, allowing file transfer and management directly from your computer's web browser. Drag-and-drop folders, or stream music playlists – all wirelessly.
FX is designed for efficiency:
- Intuitive Home Screen: Quickly access key folders, media, and cloud storage.
- Multi-Window Support: Enjoy dual-view mode for simultaneous file management.
- Usage View: Analyze folder sizes and content composition.
- Extensive Archive Support: Handles most common archive formats.
FX prioritizes your privacy:
- No Ads: A completely ad-free experience.
- No Tracking: Your activity remains private; no data is sent to external servers.
- Developed In-House: Built by NextApp, Inc., a US corporation with a history dating back to 2002.
FX+ Add-On (Optional):
Unlock advanced features with the FX+ add-on, including:
- Networked Computer Access: FTP, SSH FTP, WebDAV, and Windows Networking (SMB1 & SMB2).
- Cloud Storage Integration: Google Drive, Dropbox, SugarSync, Box, SkyDrive, and OwnCloud.
- Application Management: Browse and manage installed apps based on permissions.
- AES-256/AES-128 Encrypted Zip Files: Create and access encrypted archives.
- Enhanced Media Management: Organize music by artist/album/playlist.
- Direct Photo & Video Browsing.
- Encrypted Password Keyring.
Built-in Tools:
FX includes a suite of integrated tools:
- Text Editor (with undo/redo, cut/paste, search, and pinch-to-zoom).
- Binary (Hex) Viewer.
- Image Viewer.
- Media Player and Pop-up Audio Player.
- Archive Management (Zip, Tar, GZip, Bzip2, 7zip, RAR).
- Shell Script Executor.
Android 8/9 Location Permission:
Android 8.0+ requires "approximate location" permission for Wi-Fi Direct functionality. FX does not use this information for location tracking. This permission is only requested when using FX Connect on Android 8.0 and later.
Version 9.0.1.2 (April 9, 2023):
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Update for the latest enhancements.
