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Decompile, Edit, and Recompile Android Apps with APK Studio

Updated: The original APKStudio download link (CodePlex, 2014) is dead — CodePlex shut down in 2017. This post has been updated with current tools for decompiling and recompiling Android APK files.

Decompiling an Android APK lets you inspect an app’s resources, understand its structure, perform security audits, or modify open-source applications for personal use. Whether you’re a developer reverse-engineering a library, a security researcher auditing an app’s permissions, or just curious how an app works under the hood, there are several mature tools available in 2026 to get the job done. This guide walks you through each one so you can pick the right tool for your situation.

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