De1984

Privacy-focused Firewall and Package Manager for Android devices
AppID:io.github.dorumrr.de1984
Author:Doru Moraru
License:MIT
Donation:Webpage
InRepoSince:2025-11-03
LastRepoUpdate:2025-12-15
LastAppUpdate:Unknown
LastVersion:2.6.2
Categories:Internet, Security
APK source:Github
Google Play:Check if it's there
icon De1984 is a powerful Firewall and Package Manager for Android devices with multiple backend support for maximum flexibility and performance.

The name **De1984** is inspired by George Orwell’s novel Nineteen Eighty-Four, reflecting the app’s philosophy of resisting surveillance and reclaiming digital privacy. It symbolizes a reversal of the dystopian control described in the book, empowering users to take back control over their devices and data.

FIREWALL FEATURES

- Multiple firewall capabilities: iptables (root/Shizuku), ConnectivityManager (Android 13+), and VPN fallback
- Automatic firewall method selection based on device capabilities
- Comprehensive iptables method for rooted devices provides kernel-level blocking with superior performance
- ConnectivityManager for Android 13+ devices without root
- VPN backend as fallback for maximum compatibility (no root required)
- Block apps from accessing WiFi, Mobile Data, or Roaming independently
- Global firewall policies: "Block All by Default" (allowlist) or "Allow All by Default" (blocklist)
- Screen-off blocking to save battery and data
- Real-time network state monitoring and automatic rule application

PACKAGE MANAGEMENT (with Shizuku or root)

- Enable/disable system apps
- Force stop running apps
- Uninstall system and user apps
- Works with Shizuku (no root required) or traditional root access
- Filter packages by system/user apps, enabled/disabled state
- Search functionality for quick package lookup

PRIVACY FIRST

- Zero tracking or analytics
- No telemetry
- Local-only data storage
- No proprietary libraries
- No Google Play Services
- 100% open source (MIT License)
- Buildable from source

REQUIREMENTS

- Android 8.0 (API 26) or higher
- For iptables firewall: Root access OR Shizuku in root mode
- For ConnectivityManager firewall: Shizuku + Android 13+
- For VPN firewall: VPN permission (no root required, works on all Android versions)
- For package management: Shizuku or root access

PERMISSIONS

- ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Monitor network connectivity for automatic rule application
- BIND_VPN_SERVICE: Create local VPN for VPN-based firewall backend
- QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES: View all installed apps
- POST_NOTIFICATIONS: Show notifications for new app installations (optional)
- RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED: Auto-start firewall on device boot
- Shizuku or root access: For iptables firewall and package management (optional)

OPEN SOURCE

Source code: https://github.com/dorumrr/de1984
License: MIT
Issues: https://github.com/dorumrr/de1984/issues

Late nights for brighter days.
Created by Doru Moraru

WhatsNew:

Fixed UI freezing when opening work profile apps and scroll position resetting after firewall changes #61
Fixed Shizuku prompt spam on deny.
Fixed Work profile apps not showing with Shizuku.
Fixed persistence of VPN mode when user specifically selected it and not return to AUTO
Fixed other VPN apps being stopped when opening De1984 #69

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Version 2.6.2 (2025-12-15) verified help icon

Android Versions:
  • Target: 14.0
  • MinVer: 8.0
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