Save Locally APK

Save Locally

The Common Dilemma

• Need to download a crucial file, such as a PDF bank statement, only to find the application lacks a direct "Download" button?

• Many applications restrict users to a system "Share" feature, forcing them to send files to themselves via email or messaging apps just to store them locally.

Root Cause

• Application developers frequently rely on the system's built-in share functionality to export data, avoiding the extra work required to implement dedicated local file-saving logic.

The Solution: Save Locally

• Native Share Integration: Select "Save Locally" directly from your device's standard share menu.

• Streamlined Workflow: Eliminate third-party messaging apps or self-directed emails by saving files directly to your internal storage.

Key Features

• Custom Storage Folders: Choose any directory on your local storage to save incoming files.

• File Details Preview: View file metadata before saving, with the flexibility to skip this step for quick downloads.

• Intent Interception: Intercept system "Open with" requests, allowing you to capture and save files even when an app attempts to force-open them in a default viewer.

Open Source Specifications

• FLOSS Software: Completely Free and Libre Open Source Software dedicated to privacy and user control.

• Modern Development: Built modernly using Android's Jetpack Compose framework.

• AGPLv3+ License: Transparent, open-source code hosted publicly on GitHub under MateusRodCosta/SaveLocally.

FAQ

Q: Why do I often find applications that lack a simple download button for my files?

A: Many developers choose to rely on the built-in system share functionality to export data because it saves them the time and effort required to write custom logic for local file management. While this approach is easier for the developer, it often leaves users frustrated when they simply want to store a bank statement or a PDF directly on their phone.

Q: How does Save Locally integrate with my existing mobile workflow?

A: The app integrates seamlessly by appearing as an option within your device's standard share menu. When you encounter a file you want to keep, you simply tap the share icon in your current app and select Save Locally from the list of available destinations to start the saving process immediately.

Q: What exactly does the intent interception feature do?

A: This is a clever feature that captures "Open with" requests from other apps on your device. If an application tries to force you to open a file in a specific viewer instead of giving you a download option, Save Locally can intercept that request to capture the file and let you save it to your storage instead.

Version History

v2.1.1——25 Aug 2026

Using an app that doesn't allow Saving but allows Sharing? No problem! Download the latest version of Save Locally to enjoy new features and updates immediately!

*2.1.1

For this release:

• Migrated to Navigation Compose

• Improved Settings screen and added new About screen (with third-party licenses)

• Added Right-to-Left (RTL) support

• Updated dependencies and translations

• Many under-the-hood changes

*2.1.0

It's been 1 year and nearly 700 users—thank you for your support!

For release 2.1.0:

• Migrated to Clean Arch

• Huge under-the-hood changes and improvements

• Optimized preview logic

• Introduced FiraGO font for branding

• Updated dependencies

• Full Android 16 support

• Updated translations

*2.0.0

Version 2.0.0 drops Android O (8.x) support, users that need Android O support should download the last compatible version at https://github.com/MateusRodCosta/SaveLocally/releases/tag/v1.4.4a

This is also the first version adding crowd-sourced translations, many thanks for the volunteer translators.

See https://hosted.weblate.org/engage/save-locally/ for more info.