# Pocket Shell

> A modern SSH client with SFTP, terminal tools and server management.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appshaus.pocketshell](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appshaus.pocketshell)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.appshaus.pocketshell`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Apps Haus
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 36
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-10
- **First published:** 2026-05-10
- **Publisher country:** MY
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appshaus.pocketshell)
- **Website:** [https://apphaus.net/privacy-policy/](https://apphaus.net/privacy-policy/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://apphaus.net/privacy-policy/](https://apphaus.net/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Pocket Shell is a modern SSH client built for developers, server owners, IT users and anyone who needs quick access to remote machines from a mobile device.<br><br>Connect to your servers, manage saved hosts, browse files with SFTP and run terminal commands from one clean, dark-mode interface.<br><br>Whether you are checking a VPS, managing a cloud instance, accessing a Linux server or handling quick maintenance tasks while away from your computer, Pocket Shell gives you a simple and focused way to stay connected.<br><br>Key Features:<br>* SSH Client<br>Save and organize your server connections in one place. Add host details such as hostname, port, username and authentication method, then access your servers quickly when needed.<br><br>* Terminal Access<br>Open a remote terminal session and run commands directly from your phone. Pocket Shell is designed for quick checks, server monitoring, command execution and remote troubleshooting.<br><br>* Built-in SFTP File Browser<br>Browse remote folders and manage server files through a clean SFTP interface. Move through directories, view folder structures and access server files without switching tools.<br><br>* Password &amp; Private Key Support<br>Choose between password login or private key authentication depending on your server setup.<br><br>* Clean Dark Interface<br>Pocket Shell uses a focused dark UI with clear text, simple navigation and developer-friendly controls, making it comfortable to use during long sessions or quick checks.<br><br>Designed For:<br>- Developers<br>- System administrators<br>- Cloud server users<br>- VPS owners<br>- Linux users<br>- Homelab users<br>- IT support users<br>- Students learning server management<br>- Anyone who needs SSH access on mobile<br><br>Why Pocket Shell?<br>Pocket Shell is built around one idea: remote server access should feel simple, clean and reliable on mobile.<br><br>Instead of a cluttered interface, the app keeps the most important tools close: saved hosts, SSH terminal, SFTP file browsing, authentication options and quick access controls.<br><br>Use Pocket Shell when you need to:<br>- Connect to a Linux server<br>- Check server status<br>- Run quick terminal commands<br>- Manage SSH hosts<br>- Browse remote files with SFTP<br>- Access your VPS or cloud instance<br>- Work with your homelab server<br>- Handle quick server maintenance while away from your computer<br><br>Pocket Shell brings SSH, SFTP and terminal tools together in a mobile-friendly experience, so you can manage servers from anywhere.

## Rankings

- #2,389,038 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.appshaus.pocketshell.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appshaus.pocketshell)