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Cromite is available for Android devices running Android 10 and above, with support for ARM64, ARM32, and x86_64 architectures.

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System Requirements

  • Android Version: Android 10 or higher
  • Architecture: ARM64-v8a (recommended), ARM32-v7a, or x86_64
  • Storage: ~150MB free space
  • Root Access: Not required
Cromite does not require root access and works on all standard Android devices.

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Installation Methods

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Download and Install APK

1

Choose Your Architecture

Determine your device architecture:
  • ARM64: Most modern Android devices (2016+)
  • ARM32: Older devices or budget phones
  • x86_64: Intel/AMD-based devices (rare)
If unsure, try ARM64 first - it’s the most common.
2

Download the APK

Download the appropriate APK file:
3

Enable Unknown Sources

If this is your first APK installation:
  1. Go to Settings → Security
  2. Enable Install from Unknown Sources (or allow your file manager/browser to install apps)
  3. On Android 8+, you’ll grant permission per-app when prompted
4

Install the APK

  1. Open your Downloads folder or notification
  2. Tap the Cromite APK file
  3. Review permissions and tap Install
  4. Wait for installation to complete
  5. Tap Open to launch Cromite
Always download APKs from the official GitHub releases page: https://github.com/uazo/cromite/releases

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First Launch Setup

When you first launch Cromite, you’ll be prompted to configure:
1

Auto-Update Configuration

Choose whether to enable automatic update notifications:
  • Recommended: Enable to receive notifications about new versions
  • Updates check GitHub releases every 3 days
  • No cookies are used (subject to GitHub’s privacy policy)
  • Can be changed later in Settings → About Cromite
2

Search Engine Selection

Select your default search engine:
  • Cromite doesn’t force any default search engine
  • You can change this later in Settings → Search engine
  • Custom search engines can be added manually
3

Review Permissions

Grant necessary permissions:
  • Storage: For downloads and file uploads
  • Camera: For QR codes and web features (optional)
  • Microphone: For voice input (optional)
  • Location: For location-based services (optional)

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Automatic Updates

Cromite includes a built-in auto-updater enabled by default since version 94.0.4606.109.

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How It Works

  • Checks for updates every 3 days
  • Downloads from GitHub Releases
  • Notifications appear when updates are available
  • One-tap installation from within the app
  • No Google Play Services required

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Managing Auto-Updates

1

Access Settings

Open Cromite and tap the menu icon (⋮) → Settings
2

Navigate to About

Scroll down and tap About Cromite
3

Toggle Auto-Updates

Find the update notification setting and toggle it on or off
Auto-updates use minimal data and only check for updates, not download them automatically. You control when to install updates.

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SystemWebView Installation

Advanced users can install Cromite as a system-wide WebView replacement to enhance privacy across all apps.
SystemWebView installation is for advanced users. Incorrect installation can cause app compatibility issues.

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What is SystemWebView?

Android’s SystemWebView is used by apps to display web content. Replacing it with Cromite provides:
  • Ad blocking in all apps using WebView
  • Enhanced privacy protections system-wide
  • Consistent security updates

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Installation Steps

1

Download SystemWebView APK

Download the appropriate SystemWebView package:
SystemWebView files may not be immediately available after a new release as they’re built separately.
2

Uninstall Default WebView (if possible)

On some devices, you can uninstall the default WebView:
  1. Go to Settings → Apps
  2. Find Android System WebView
  3. Tap Uninstall or Uninstall updates
This may not be possible on all devices.
3

Install Cromite WebView

  1. Install the downloaded SystemWebView APK
  2. Follow the same process as installing the main browser
4

Enable as WebView Provider

  1. Enable Developer Options on your device:
    • Go to Settings → About Phone
    • Tap Build Number 7 times
  2. Go to Settings → Developer Options
  3. Find WebView Implementation
  4. Select Cromite SystemWebView
5

Verify Installation

Test SystemWebView:
  1. Download WebView Shell
  2. Install and open it
  3. Try loading websites to verify functionality

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Permissions Explained

Required for:
  • Downloading files
  • Uploading files to websites
  • Caching web content
You can grant this permission selectively when needed.
Optional permission for:
  • Scanning QR codes
  • Video conferencing on websites
  • WebRTC features
  • AR/camera-based web applications
Denied by default; grant only when needed.
Optional permission for:
  • Voice input in search
  • Video conferencing on websites
  • Voice-based web applications
Denied by default; grant only when needed.
Optional permission for:
  • Location-based services
  • Maps and navigation websites
  • Local business searches
Cromite includes fingerprinting protections, but location access can still identify you. Grant sparingly.
Optional permission for:
  • Update notifications
  • Website notification requests (disabled by default)
Update notifications are recommended for security.

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Troubleshooting

Common causes:
  • Wrong architecture (try ARM64 if unsure)
  • Insufficient storage space
  • Corrupted download
Solutions:
  1. Verify you downloaded the complete APK
  2. Clear space and try again
  3. Re-download from the official source
  4. Try a different file manager
Possible issues:
  • Incompatible Android version (need Android 10+)
  • Device architecture mismatch
  • Corrupted installation
Solutions:
  1. Verify your Android version
  2. Uninstall and reinstall with correct architecture
  3. Clear app data: Settings → Apps → Cromite → Clear Data
Check these settings:
  1. Auto-updates enabled: Settings → About Cromite
  2. Notifications allowed for Cromite
  3. Internet connection active
  4. GitHub not blocked on your network
Manual update: Download the latest APK and install over existing version (data preserved).
Verify installation:
  1. Check Developer Options → WebView Implementation
  2. Ensure Cromite SystemWebView is selected
  3. Restart device after installation
  4. Test with WebView Shell app
If apps crash: Switch back to default WebView implementation temporarily.

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Next Steps

After installation:

Privacy Features

Explore built-in privacy protections and anti-fingerprinting

Ad Blocking

Configure ad blocking with custom filter lists

Settings Guide

Customize Cromite for optimal privacy and performance

FAQ

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