# Simple Keyboard

> Minimalistic and lightweight keyboard

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/rkr.simplekeyboard.inputmethod](https://chrome-stats.com/d/rkr.simplekeyboard.inputmethod)

## Overview

- **ID:** `rkr.simplekeyboard.inputmethod`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Raimondas Rimkus
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 3,073,076
- **Rating:** 3.92 / 5 (11,600 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-19
- **First published:** 2017-04-23
- **Publisher country:** LT
- **Size:** 606 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=rkr.simplekeyboard.inputmethod)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/rkkr/simple-keyboard](https://github.com/rkkr/simple-keyboard)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://github.com/rkkr/simple-keyboard/blob/master/PRIVACY.md](https://github.com/rkkr/simple-keyboard/blob/master/PRIVACY.md)

## Description

**Simple Keyboard** is a minimalistic and lightweight keyboard designed for users who want a straightforward typing tool without unnecessary features. This keyboard focuses solely on core functionalities, ensuring a compact size of less than 1 MB, making it quick to install and efficient in use.

Key features include adjustable keyboard height to maximize screen space, an optional number row, swipe gestures for cursor control and deleting, as well as customizable theme colors. It requires minimal permissions (only vibrate) and contains no ads, guaranteeing a privacy-friendly experience. Notably, it intentionally excludes emojis, GIFs, spell checking, and swipe typing to maintain simplicity.

Easy to enable and switch to within your device settings, Simple Keyboard is open-source software licensed under the Apache License Version 2, promoting transparency and community collaboration. Ideal for users seeking a clean, no-nonsense keyboard that enhances productivity without distractions.

## Rankings

- #34,136 — Overall
- #25 — input

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.VIBRATE`

## Review summary

Users praise Simple Keyboard for its minimalist, privacy-first approach and lightweight, fast typing. However, recurring issues center on feature gaps: no emoji support; no Chinese language option; no predictive text or word suggestions and no clipboard access; plus some auto-capitalization quirks. The app is valued for security and simplicity, but many want broader language support, basic conveniences, and minor UI refinements without sacrificing privacy.

### Pros

- Simple, clean minimalist design/layout
- Privacy-focused and secure (no data collection or keyloggers)
- Lightweight and fast/smooth typing experience
- No bloat or AI features; distraction-free use
- Clear, straightforward usability

### Cons

- Lack of emoji support or a visible emoji option
- No Chinese language support; requests for Simplified Chinese
- No predictive text / auto-correct / word suggestions
- Clipboard access is missing
- Auto-capitalization inconsistencies and minor typing annoyances

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/rkr.simplekeyboard.inputmethod)