GrapheneOS is an opensource operating system for Pixel phones aimed to be the most secure and private OS for mobile phones.

Here you can find some Tips&Tricks and App suggestions.

Tips & Tricks

  • Use Private Space for banking apps, just to add an extra layer of security. I use Google Play services here as well. Because I have to install these apps from Google anyway.
  • Try to use minimum number of apps to reduce the attack surface.
  • Try to always look for FOSS alternatives of the apps you want to use.
  • If you have to use VPN, host yours to VPS or Mullvad.
  • Use quality DNS server like nextdns, or mullvad.
  • Turn off Wi-Fi automatically is a great option.
  • Disable bluetooth whenever you are not using it.
  • Use obtainium to install&maintain apps.
  • Vanadium is the only browser you need.

Apps

  • Bitwarden self hosted – 2fa and passwords
  • Lichess – chess
  • DAVx5 – sync your contacts with nextcloud server
  • Thunderbird – mail
  • Tasks – daily to do list
  • Fossify Calendar
  • Phantom – crypto Wallet for daily stuff
  • Obtainium – Install apps from its own source
  • Organic Maps – can be used offline
  • Nextcloud self hosted – syncing files between phone and computer
  • Vanadium – better browser on mobile
  • Wireguard/Mullvad – to connect VPN
  • Localsend – send files to/from computer
  • Camera, Gallery, Clock, Contacts, PDF etc. stock GrapheneOS apps.

Last update: 30.12.24

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