Meshtastic APK v2.8.3 (29322724) fdroid · Latest Version for Android
Meshtastic is the official app for off-grid LoRa mesh radios. Send text messages and share location without mobile networks or internet.
- Version
- 2.8.3 (29322724) fdroid
- Updated
- Oct 25, 2026
- Size
- 43 MB
- Requires
- Android 8.0+
- Developer
- Meshtastic
- Category
- Communication
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Package
- com.geeksville.mesh
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What's New in v2.8.3 (29322724) fdroid
- Full release notes: https://github.com/meshtastic/Meshtastic-Android/releases
What is Meshtastic?
Meshtastic lets you communicate without cell towers or internet, using inexpensive LoRa radios that form a mesh network. The Android app connects to your radio via Bluetooth and lets you chat, share your location and configure the device.
Key Features
- Off-grid text messaging over LoRa
- Location sharing on a map
- Configure radio settings and channels
- Encrypted channels
- Works with many low-cost devices
Getting Started
You need a Meshtastic-compatible radio. Pair it over Bluetooth, set your region and join a channel. Hikers, festival-goers and emergency groups use it.
Open Source and Privacy
Meshtastic is developed in the open by Meshtastic and released under the GPL-3.0 license. The code is hosted at github.com/meshtastic/Meshtastic-Android, 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 Meshtastic APK
- Tap Download and get the Meshtastic v2.8.3 (29322724) fdroid APK (43 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 Meshtastic free?
Yes. Meshtastic is free and open-source software released under the GPL-3.0 license. It has no ads and no paid version is required to use it.
Is this Meshtastic 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 Meshtastic need?
Meshtastic v2.8.3 (29322724) fdroid requires Android 8.0 or newer.
Where can I find the source code of Meshtastic?
The source code is available at https://github.com/meshtastic/Meshtastic-Android. You can read it, report issues or contribute there.
