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Shelter uses Android’s Work Profile to isolate apps and their data, providing a free and open source tool for managing a separate app space.
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The Best Shelter Alternatives in 2026
3 alternatives0 free · 3 open source
Looking for something like Shelter? Here are 3 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 3 are open source.
Shelter uses Android work profiles to isolate selected apps from the rest of the device.
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First suggestionShelterShelter uses Android’s Work Profile to isolate apps and…Another optionIslandIsland uses Android profiles to separate apps from the main…
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Island uses Android profiles to separate apps from the main device environment.
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Geto applies device settings to selected apps on Android, according to its project description.
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What is the best alternative to Shelter?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Shelter are Shelter, Island, and Geto.
Are there open-source alternatives to Shelter?
Yes: Shelter, Island, and Geto.
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