Photok

Android

Freedom report

Two barsScore 6.4

Photok is ranked #12 of 32 in photo vault apps on Freedom251. It runs on Android. There is a free plan.

Photok plans and pricing

Photok FOSS Free Free open-source FOSS version · no ads · no payments · Photok Pro not available github.com · 9 Oct 2026

Photok Pro Optional add-on for the Google Play version · unlocks additional features · not available in FOSS github.com · 9 Oct 2026

Product: Photok is an Android photo and video vault for hiding private media.
Encryption: The maker says files are encrypted locally with AES-256 and decrypted only in memory while the app is in use.
Cloud use: The maker says no cloud upload is required.
Media organization: Users can import photos and videos, organize them into albums, and export files.
Backups: The app supports creating and restoring encrypted backups.
Access and privacy features: Features include fingerprint unlock, direct sharing into the vault, hiding the app icon, and deleting originals after import.
Open source: Photok is open source under the Apache 2.0 License.
Distribution: The maker lists Google Play and F-Droid, as well as other alternatives, as download sources.
Build variants: The core app is described as identical across Google Play and FOSS variants, while telemetry defaults and optional Pro availability differ.
Telemetry: Telemetry is enabled by default in the Google Play version and can be disabled; in FOSS it is disabled by default and can be enabled in settings.
Analytics use: The maker says analytics are used to improve stability and user experience and are not used for advertising or cross-app tracking.
Support: The Google Play listing provides [email protected] as the support email.
Developer: The project is developed by Leon Latsch and public volunteers.
Headquarters: Hamburg, Germany
Price from: Free

Claim it for free: prove the domain, then correct facts, plans and screenshots. An editor reviews every change.