Greenify 4.7.5

Oasis Feng – Freeware – Android
out of 322656 votes

Maximize Your Android's Battery Life with Greenify

Elena Angelini

12/31/2024

Greenify is a powerful app that optimizes your Android device's battery performance by hibernating apps that consume resources in the background, ensuring longer usage times and improved efficiency.

Featured as Lifehacker's Top 1 Utility in the 2013 Best Android Apps and Android Authority's Top 3 Best Root Apps.

"Aggressive Doze" and "Doze on the Go" to maximize battery saving on Android 6+, even without root (details explained in settings).

Your phone or tablet should never become slower or drain more battery after installing multiple apps. Greenify ensures that your device runs smoothly and efficiently just like it did on the first day you had it.

Greenify helps you identify and put misbehaving apps into hibernation when you're not actively using them. This prevents them from slowing down your device or draining your battery. The best part is, they can do nothing without being explicitly launched by you or other apps, while still maintaining full functionality when running in the foreground.

If you encounter any bugs, please report them in the XDA forum or G+ community.

Greenify NEVER EVER collects your personal data, despite having accessibility service capability. It only takes advantage of this capability to automate the hibernation procedure.

IMPORTANT: When you greenify an app, keep in mind that all of its background functionality (service, periodic task, event receiver, alarm, widget update, push message) will be disabled during hibernation, except when you are actively using the app. Make sure to verify the impact of greenified apps that you heavily rely on.

Note: Greenify requires background running services for auto-hibernation to function. However, it is designed and implemented to have minimal CPU and battery consumption.

=== PERMISSIONS ===

DEVICE ADMIN: This app requests administrator privilege to turn off the screen immediately after automated hibernation on non-root devices. This permission will only be requested with your explicit consent.
DRAW OVER OTHER APP: This permission is used to dim the screen during automatic hibernation when it is expected to be off.
DISABLE SCREEN LOCK & BIND ACCESSIBILITY SERVICE: This is required for automatic hibernation to work on non-root devices.
GET ACCOUNTS & WRITE SYNC SETTINGS: This allows control over the account sync of apps if their sync task is too frequent.

This app utilizes Accessibility services to automate the hibernation procedure.

=== FAQ ===

It seems that automatic hibernation is not working.
Some of my greenified apps (e.g., Google Maps) do not seem to be hibernating.
I want to greenify system apps!
De-greenified apps still do not receive push notifications!

Read the FAQs for answers: http://goo.gl/99lNYp

=== Translation ===

All translations are created by community volunteers and contributions are welcome: http://goo.gl/zCCDce

=== Donation ===

If you love Greenify, please consider the "donation package" for extra experimental features:

Greenify system apps
In-depth details about how apps behave on your device
And more

Overview

Greenify is a Freeware software in the category System Utilities developed by Oasis Feng.

The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked Greenify for updates 31 times during the last month.

The latest version of Greenify is 4.7.5, released on 10/21/2023. It was initially added to our database on 10/21/2023.

Greenify runs on the following operating systems: Android.

Users of Greenify gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Effective at reducing battery usage by hibernating apps when not in use
User-friendly interface that makes it easy to navigate and configure settings
Supports both rooted and non-rooted devices, increasing accessibility for users
Customizable settings allow for advanced users to fine-tune how apps are managed
Provides insights and statistics on app usage and battery consumption
Can improve device performance by freeing up memory and system resources

Cons

May require some technical knowledge to fully utilize all features, especially for rooted devices
Not all apps can be hibernated, meaning some background activity may still occur
Possible conflicts with certain apps that rely on background processing events
The effectiveness can vary depending on the specific smartphone model and Android version
Occasional compatibility issues with newer versions of Android may arise due to updates
Limited support and updates compared to more mainstream optimization tools

FAQ

What is Greenify?

Greenify is an Android app designed to improve the performance and battery life of your device by hibernating background apps that are not in use.

How does Greenify work?

Greenify works by identifying apps that consume resources while running in the background and then hibernating them to prevent unnecessary battery drain and resource usage.

Is Greenify free?

Yes, Greenify is available for free on the Google Play Store, but there is a paid version with additional features.

Can Greenify work without root access?

Yes, Greenify has a 'non-root' mode that allows some features to work on devices without root access, though rooted devices can utilize more advanced functionalities.

What do I need to use Greenify?

To use Greenify, you need an Android device running version 4.1 (Jelly Bean) or higher.

Does using Greenify affect app notifications?

Yes, when apps are hibernated, they will not send notifications until they are manually woken up or the device is restarted.

Can I hibernate any app with Greenify?

Greenify allows you to hibernate most apps; however, some system apps or crucial applications might not be hibernatable depending on your device settings.

Is my data safe when using Greenify?

Yes, Greenify does not access personal data from your apps. It solely focuses on optimizing performance and battery life.

What are the benefits of using Greenify?

The main benefits include extended battery life, improved device performance, and reduced background data usage.

How often should I use Greenify?

You can use Greenify whenever you notice your device slowing down or draining battery quickly. It's recommended to hibernate apps regularly if you want optimal performance.

Elena Angelini

I'm Elena, your go-to software reviewer at UpdateStar and tech enthusiast. Whether you're a user seeking the latest software titles or software news I've got you covered. When I'm not diving into the latest software, you can find me exploring nature trails, camping under the stars, or competing in online multiplayer games. My reviews are designed to be fun, engaging, and packed with all the details you need to make informed decisions.

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