Do apps keep your data?

Do apps store data?

Android applications Android devices bear a striking similarity to iPhones in at least one regard: how app data is stored. Like the iOS platform, Android devices utilize SQLite for application storage. This works well for apps' preference files, which usually present in an XML or DAT format.

Will deleting app delete data?

Note: If you accidentally delete an app, you'll need to re-download the app from the App Store — there's no "undo" button for app deletion. Deleting an app will also remove its associated data.

Can apps steal your data?

The short answer is yes, they are. Apps always ask for permission to look at this or that on your phone.

Where do apps keep their data?

So, where do Android apps actually store their data? See, Android takes a different take on storage compared to desktop operating systems. When you install an app (either from the Google Play Store or through a downloaded apk file), Android places that into /data/app/your_package_name.