# Tux Studio

> Run a full Linux desktop environment natively on your Android device.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tux.studio](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tux.studio)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.tux.studio`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Tux Studio Apps
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Version:** 1.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-14
- **First published:** 2026-08-13
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 22 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tux.studio)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/tux-studio/home](https://sites.google.com/view/tux-studio/home)

## Description

Welcome to Tux Studio, the ultimate tool for developers, enthusiasts, and students who want the power of Linux right in their pocket!<br><br>Tux Studio allows you to run a complete, lightweight Linux desktop environment natively on your Android device - no root required, and no complicated setups. It downloads and extracts a highly optimized Linux filesystem locally, providing a seamless and incredibly fast desktop experience.<br><br>KEY FEATURES<br><br>No Root Required: Runs perfectly inside a secure, private sandbox on any standard Android device.<br>Full Desktop Environment: Enjoy a complete, graphical desktop interface optimized for touchscreens and mobile displays.<br>Native Performance: Uses PRoot technology to execute Linux binaries at near-native speeds.<br>Developer Ready: Compile code, run Python scripts, use GCC, Node.js, and execute real Linux command-line tools.<br>Package Manager: Full access to the official Linux repositories using standard apt commands to install your favorite software.<br>Secure and Private: Tux Studio runs entirely offline. All of your Linux files and data are stored securely inside the app&#39;s private local storage. No data is collected or sent to the cloud.

## Rankings

- #3,179,949 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.tux.studio.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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