FlorisBoard APK v0.5.2 · Latest Version for Android
FlorisBoard is a privacy-friendly open-source keyboard with many layouts, full theming, clipboard manager, gestures and emoji support.
- Version
- 0.5.2
- Updated
- Nov 29, 2025
- Size
- 13 MB
- Requires
- Android 8.0+
- Developer
- Patrick Goldinger
- Category
- Personalization
- License
- Apache-2.0
- Package
- dev.patrickgold.florisboard
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What is FlorisBoard?
FlorisBoard is a modern keyboard that does not send what you type anywhere. It offers a wide choice of layouts, smooth gesture controls and a complete theme editor, making it a popular alternative to Gboard for people who care about privacy.
Key Features
- Many Latin and some non-Latin layouts
- Full theme customization
- Clipboard manager and emoji panel
- Swipe gestures for cursor and deletion
- No internet access needed
Getting Started
After installing, enable FlorisBoard in Android keyboard settings and switch to it. The project is still in beta, so some features such as word suggestions are still being improved.
Open Source and Privacy
FlorisBoard is developed in the open by Patrick Goldinger and released under the Apache-2.0 license. The code is hosted at github.com/florisboard/florisboard, so anyone can check what the app does. The version on this page has no ads or tracking libraries flagged by F-Droid.
How to Install FlorisBoard APK
- Tap Download and get the FlorisBoard v0.5.2 APK (13 MB).
- Optional: compare the file’s SHA-256 checksum with the one on the download page.
- Open the file and allow your browser or file manager to install unknown apps if asked.
- Tap Install. Updates from the same source install over this one and keep your data, because they are signed with the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FlorisBoard free?
Yes. FlorisBoard is free and open-source software released under the Apache-2.0 license. It has no ads and no paid version is required to use it.
Is this FlorisBoard APK safe?
The APK on this page is the original file published in the F-Droid repository, unmodified. Its SHA-256 checksum is listed on the download page so you can verify it, and the full source code is public.
What Android version does FlorisBoard need?
FlorisBoard v0.5.2 requires Android 8.0 or newer.
Where can I find the source code of FlorisBoard?
The source code is available at https://github.com/florisboard/florisboard. You can read it, report issues or contribute there.
