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Knock on Ports

Secret knock, secure access: Your server, your rules.
New in version 2.0.10
• New widget
• Advanced sequence list configuration
Unlock your server's secret knock!
Knock on Ports is the ultimate port knocking client for Android, giving you secure and seamless access to services hidden behind firewalls.

Craft custom knock sequences using UDP, TCP, or ICMP packets (IPv4/IPv6 support) to keep your server ports stealthy until the right "knock" unlocks them.

Why Knock on Ports?

• Flexible Sequences: Customize UDP/TCP/ICMP packets, set interpacket delays, and fine-tune TTL/Hop Limit for all protocols.
• Smart Automation: Trigger apps (e.g., SSH) or URLs after a successful knock. Integrate with external tools via URI for advanced workflows.
• Connect Anywhere: Full IPv4 & IPv6 compatibility.
• Quick Access: Home screen shortcuts and a widget for instant sequence launches.
• Customizable Look: Dynamic themes (Android 12+), custom colors, light/dark modes, and contrast controls.
• Data Control: Export/import configurations effortlessly.
• No Ads, Open Source: Free, transparent, and privacy-focused.

Download now and knock with confidence!

Versions

Although APK downloads are available below to give you the choice, you should be aware that by installing that way you will not receive update notifications and it's a less secure way to download. We recommend that you install the F-Droid client and use that.

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  • Version 2.0.10 (219) suggested Added on Jul 11, 2025

    arm64-v8a armeabi-v7a x86 x86_64

    This version requires Android 7.0 or newer.

    It is built by F-Droid and guaranteed to correspond to this source tarball.

    Permissions
    • view network connections
      Allows the app to view information about network connections such as which networks exist and are connected.
    • run foreground service
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services.
    • have full network access
      Allows the app to create network sockets and use custom network protocols. The browser and other applications provide means to send data to the internet, so this permission is not required to send data to the internet.
    • show notifications
      Allows the app to show notifications
    • run at startup
      Allows the app to have itself started as soon as the system has finished booting. This can make it take longer to start the phone and allow the app to slow down the overall phone by always running.
    • prevent phone from sleeping
      Allows the app to prevent the phone from going to sleep.
    • me.impa.knockonports.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

    Download APK 7.8 MiB PGP Signature | Build Log

  • Version 2.0.9 (217) - Added on Jun 19, 2025

    arm64-v8a armeabi-v7a x86 x86_64

    This version requires Android 7.0 or newer.

    It is built by F-Droid and guaranteed to correspond to this source tarball.

    Permissions
    • view network connections
      Allows the app to view information about network connections such as which networks exist and are connected.
    • run foreground service
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services.
    • have full network access
      Allows the app to create network sockets and use custom network protocols. The browser and other applications provide means to send data to the internet, so this permission is not required to send data to the internet.
    • show notifications
      Allows the app to show notifications
    • run at startup
      Allows the app to have itself started as soon as the system has finished booting. This can make it take longer to start the phone and allow the app to slow down the overall phone by always running.
    • prevent phone from sleeping
      Allows the app to prevent the phone from going to sleep.
    • me.impa.knockonports.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

    Download APK 7.8 MiB PGP Signature | Build Log

  • Version 2.0.8 (216) - Added on May 29, 2025

    arm64-v8a armeabi-v7a x86 x86_64

    This version requires Android 7.0 or newer.

    It is built by F-Droid and guaranteed to correspond to this source tarball.

    Permissions
    • view network connections
      Allows the app to view information about network connections such as which networks exist and are connected.
    • run foreground service
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services.
    • have full network access
      Allows the app to create network sockets and use custom network protocols. The browser and other applications provide means to send data to the internet, so this permission is not required to send data to the internet.
    • show notifications
      Allows the app to show notifications
    • run at startup
      Allows the app to have itself started as soon as the system has finished booting. This can make it take longer to start the phone and allow the app to slow down the overall phone by always running.
    • prevent phone from sleeping
      Allows the app to prevent the phone from going to sleep.
    • me.impa.knockonports.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

    Download APK 7.8 MiB PGP Signature | Build Log