Name: Server by ShanApps
Rating: 5.0 (50 reviews)
Author: ShanApps

Question 1

Can I run Server by ShanApps in the background on Android?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Server by ShanApps runs as an Android Foreground Service with a persistent status notification, keeping the server engine and SQLite database active even when the app is minimized.

Question 2

Where is the SQLite database file stored?

Accepted Answer

Each server port has its own dedicated folder in the app sandbox (/server_data_<port>/data.db), ensuring complete data separation between instances.

Question 3

How do other devices on the same Wi-Fi connect to my server?

Accepted Answer

Tap the QR code icon or view your local LAN IP (e.g. http://192.168.1.100:8090) to connect frontend apps on your local network.

Question 4

Does Server by ShanApps collect any user data or database metrics?

Accepted Answer

No. Server by ShanApps is 100% offline. It sends zero telemetry, collects zero analytics about your database, and has no cloud dependencies.