# Save Copy

> A very simple app that makes a copy of the opened file.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.rikka.savecopy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.rikka.savecopy)

## Overview

- **ID:** `app.rikka.savecopy`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Xingchen & Rikka
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 19,800
- **Rating:** 4.73 / 5 (279 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.0.r42.4dd12a8
- **Last updated:** 2021-10-15
- **First published:** 2020-04-27
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.rikka.savecopy)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://rikka.app/privacy\_policy.html#savecopy](https://rikka.app/privacy_policy.html#savecopy)

## Description

**Save Copy** is a simple Android app designed to help users easily copy files opened from apps that save files in private folders restricted by Android 11's scoped storage policy. Many apps save received files in private folders inaccessible to other apps and system file managers, making file management inconvenient. Save Copy solves this by acting as a universal "Open with" option that copies the selected file directly to the public Download folder, making your files easily accessible outside the original app.

The app requires storage permission on Android 10 and lower and does not have a user interface. To use, simply select Save Copy when opening a file, and the app will copy it to your Download directory. This lightweight utility enhances file accessibility without complicated steps, especially useful as Android enforces stricter app storage rules. The source code is available on GitHub for transparency and further development.

## Rankings

- #434,460 — Overall
- #18 — auto save

## Review summary

Users find Save Copy a simple, effective app that adds a useful "save a copy" option to file sharing, helping with file management. However, common issues include limited control over where files are saved, UI inconveniences like a small copy button, compatibility and stability problems on newer Android versions, and problems with copied image files not displaying properly. Overall, users appreciate its functionality but desire improvements in features and stability.

### Pros

- Simple and effective functionality that works as expected.
- Useful app to save a copy of files easily from share or open with menus.
- Adds a convenient "save a copy" action that helps manage files.
- Highly appreciated for being life-saving and helpful in certain use cases.
- Easy to use with a straightforward concept.

### Cons

- Lack of customization for save location—for example, inability to choose SD card or custom folders.
- Copy button in the UI is small and sometimes difficult to tap, requiring multiple attempts.
- Issues with copied images not showing thumbnails and causing errors when opened with some gallery apps.
- App crashes on some Android versions (notably Android 11), and compatibility issues with certain devices.
- Lacks additional features such as delete functionality or saving original file names.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.rikka.savecopy)