# Explorer+ File Manager

> Explorer+, a no-nonsense File manager.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ftpcafe.explorer.standard](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ftpcafe.explorer.standard)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ftpcafe.explorer.standard`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Droidware UK
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 1,482,875
- **Rating:** 4.12 / 5 (8,392 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-30
- **First published:** 2012-02-19
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 7.78 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ftpcafe.explorer.standard)
- **Website:** [http://www.droidwareuk.com](http://www.droidwareuk.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.droidwareuk.com/index.php/8-docs/2-droidware-uk-privacy-policy](http://www.droidwareuk.com/index.php/8-docs/2-droidware-uk-privacy-policy)

## Description

**Explorer+ File Manager** is a practical and straightforward tool designed for managing your files efficiently on Android devices. It offers standard file operations such as cut, copy, paste, rename, delete, and creating new folders, making file organization simple and seamless.

This extension supports browsing root and hidden system files on rooted devices with su privileges, providing advanced users with full control. Additional features include zip and unzip capabilities, decompressing gzip and rar files, and a powerful search function to locate files and folders quickly. The interface is simple and intuitive, ensuring a smooth user experience whether you are a casual user or a power user.

## Rankings

- #54,205 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.ftpcafe.explorer.standard.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

User reviews praise Explorer+ File Manager for being easy to use, beginner-friendly, with a compact file list and the ability to view hidden files without root (and decent performance on rooted devices). However, major downsides include a data-loss bug when moving files, stability issues (crashes), intrusive ads, repeated SD-card permission prompts, and worries about privacy/security due to silent installations. Overall, simplicity and hidden-file visibility are positives, but reliability and security concerns significantly hinder the app’s rating.

### Pros

- Easy to use / beginner-friendly interface
- Shows and allows access to hidden files and non-root data
- Compact/clean file listing view
- Good interface and works on rooted devices

### Cons

- Critical data loss bug: moving files can delete originals
- Frequent crashes / force closes
- Intrusive ads within the app
- Permission prompts for moving files to SD card (repeated prompts)
- Security/privacy concerns: silent installation or potential malware installation

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ftpcafe.explorer.standard)