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Duress

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Duress password trigger

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About Duress

Tiny app to listen for a duress password on the lockscreen.

When found, it can send a broadcast message or wipe the device.

Also take a look at:

* [Wasted](https://github.com/x13a/Wasted)

* [Sentry](https://github.com/x13a/Sentry)

Be aware that the app does not work in safe mode.

Tested:

* Emulator, Android 12

* Google Pixel 4a/5a, Android 12

* Samsung Tab S8, Android 12

Permissions:

* ACCESSIBILITY - listen for a duress password on the lockscreen

* DEVICE_ADMIN - wipe the device (optional)

It is Free Open Source Software.

License: GPL-3

What's new in 1.0.11

samsung fixes, thanks to digi-s

How to install Duress

  1. Tap Download — the app's official page on F-Droid opens.
  2. Install it with the F-Droid app (recommended, for automatic updates), or use the download button on that page.
  3. If Android asks, allow the F-Droid app or your browser to install apps, then tap Install.
  4. Open Duress from your app drawer.

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