Complete Installation Guide

Step-by-step instructions for installing TabSSH on your Android device.

🚀 GitHub Releases (Recommended)

Download directly from GitHub with verified signatures and multiple architectures.

Step 1: Choose Your Architecture

Most users should choose ARM64. Here's how to determine your device:

📱 ARM64

  • Most Android phones (2015+)
  • Samsung Galaxy S6+
  • Google Pixel (all models)
  • OnePlus devices

📱 ARM

  • Older Android devices
  • Pre-2015 smartphones
  • Some budget devices

💻 x86_64

  • Android emulators
  • Android Studio AVD
  • Intel-based tablets

Step 2: Download and Install

  1. Visit: Download page
  2. Select: Choose your architecture (ARM64 recommended)
  3. Download: File named tabssh-android-{arch}-{version}.apk
  4. Enable: Settings → Security → Install unknown apps → Enable for browser
  5. Install: Tap downloaded file and confirm installation
  6. Launch: Open TabSSH from app drawer
Security: All APKs are signed and checksummed. Verify on GitHub releases page.

🏪 F-Droid (Coming Soon)

Package: io.github.tabssh

F-Droid submission in progress for automatic updates.

🤖 Play Store (Future)

Package: io.github.tabssh

Play Store distribution under evaluation.

🔧 Common Issues

"App not installed"

  • Enable "Unknown sources" in Android settings
  • Check available storage (50MB minimum)
  • Try ARM64 if ARM doesn't work

App won't open

  • Restart device after installation
  • Clear app cache in Android settings
  • Ensure Android 7.0+ compatibility
Still having issues? Check troubleshooting guide or ask for help in discussions.
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