APKTool
Inspect and reverse engineer Android application packages using the Apktool utility.
About APKTool
APKTool is a utility for inspecting and reverse engineering Android application packages. It can disassemble resources to nearly original form, support translation or permission changes with reassembly, and allow inspection of resources and manifest without rebuilding by adding -m to a disassemble command.
Key features
- Disassemble Android app resources to nearly original form
- Modify app translation and reassemble the package
- Modify app permission and reassemble the package
- Inspect resources and manifest without rebuilding using -m flag
Best for: People who need to inspect, translate, or change permissions in Android application packages.
Good for
- Disassembles resources to nearly original form
- Allows inspection without rebuilding via the -m option
- Supports translation and permission modifications with reassembly
Watch out for
- Disassembled output is nearly original, not exact original form
APKTool at a glance
- Website
- apktool.org
- Category
- Privacy & Security › Security Tools
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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APKTool FAQ
How can I inspect an app without rebuilding it?
Attach -m to any disassemble command to inspect the resources and manifest.
Can Apktool help translate an app or change a permission?
Yes, it can help with translation or permission changes and reassembly.
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