# ML Manager: APK Extractor

> A modern, easy to use and customizable app manager. Extract APKs and more!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.javiersantos.mlmanager](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.javiersantos.mlmanager)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.javiersantos.mlmanager`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Javier Santos V
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 917,740
- **Rating:** 4.00 / 5 (4,368 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-01-10
- **First published:** 2015-05-26
- **Publisher country:** ES
- **Size:** 7.11 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.javiersantos.mlmanager)
- **Website:** [https://about.javiersantos.me/mlmanager/](https://about.javiersantos.me/mlmanager/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://about.javiersantos.me/mlmanager/privacy-policy](https://about.javiersantos.me/mlmanager/privacy-policy)

## Description

ML Manager is a sleek and customizable APK extractor and app manager for Android devices. It allows users to extract any installed or system app as APK files, share them effortlessly across platforms like Telegram and Dropbox, and organize favorite apps for quicker access. The extension supports batch extraction, uninstalling apps directly from the interface, and uploading APKs to APKMirror.

With a Material Design UI, users can customize themes including dark mode and main colors to personalize their experience. No root access is needed for basic features; however, a Pro version unlocks advanced capabilities like uninstalling system apps, hiding apps from the launcher, clearing app cache and data, and background extraction. Praised by AndroidPolice, PhoneArena, and other tech media, ML Manager combines essential functionality with an intuitive interface for both casual and advanced users.

## Rankings

- #71,750 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.javiersantos.mlmanager.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

ML Manager generally works well for extracting APKs offline and without ads, useful for obtaining apps from old devices or unavailable stores. However, users repeatedly report accessibility issues: the APKs are hard to locate, and save locations can’t be changed. Some APKs/APKS may be incomplete and require extra steps to install. Sharing is restricted, and licensing/paywall concerns around Pro features also surface. Overall, solid APK extraction with notable usability drawbacks related to file access and save location.

### Pros

- Reliable APK extraction from installed apps, including split APKs, with many users reporting successful results.
- Offline operation and an ad-free experience; free to use with a paid Pro option if needed.
- Useful for grabbing APKs from devices or apps not available in the store.
- Simple, fast workflow that users describe as "just what I want" or "perfect."

### Cons

- Extracted APKs are saved in a folder that's hard to locate or access via normal file managers.
- Save location for APKs cannot be changed; the path is fixed and not configurable.
- Some extractions (APKS) may be incomplete or require additional steps (e.g., ADB) to install.
- Sharing or exporting extracted APKs is restricted or not supported by the app (no easy sharing).
- Licensing/paywall concerns with Pro features (re-purchase prompts, dark mode behind paywall).

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