Store and restore files across multiple NFC tags
About this app
A distributed data archive system using NFC tags. Store files across multiple NFC tags and restore them later.
Split any file into parts and write them to NFC tags. Scan the tags in any order to reassemble and restore the original file.
Features: * File archiving — split any file into parts for writing to NFC tags * Text archiving — store text messages across NFC tags * Restoration — scan tags in any order and assemble the original file * Compression — optional GZIP compression to reduce the number of tags needed * Encryption — AES-256-GCM encryption with password protection (PBKDF2 key derivation) * Offline operation — no network connection required
Supported NFC Tags: * NTAG213 (144 bytes) * NTAG215 (504 bytes) * NTAG216 (888 bytes) * MIFARE Ultralight (48 bytes) * MIFARE Ultralight C (144 bytes)
Uses the NFAR v1 binary format with a 28-byte header, CRC32 integrity checking, and UUID-based archive identification. Chunks can be scanned in any order and are validated automatically.
NFC Archiver is free and open source software. No tracking, no ads, no network access required.
Licensed under MIT, by mezinster.
What's New in v1.0.12
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- Polish & Belarusian languages, NFC conflict fix
- - Added Polish and Belarusian language support
- - Fixed NFC conflict with YubiKeys and smart cards — app no longer hijacks authentication flows from other NFC devices
Version history
Apr 3, 2026 · 22.7 MB · Android API 21–35 · code 12
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- Polish & Belarusian languages, NFC conflict fix
- - Added Polish and Belarusian language support
- - Fixed NFC conflict with YubiKeys and smart cards — app no longer hijacks authentication flows from other NFC devices
SHA-256 bd0bd23bd474e0afc43b6b891e2cbb4e01ff4d07f1d18104e90d752ed7b6bc25
Mar 24, 2026 · 22.7 MB · Android API 21–35 · code 11
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- Persistent restore sessions & bug fix
- - Fixed crash when opening "Restore Archive"
- - Incomplete restore sessions now survive app restarts and navigation
- - View, resume, and delete incomplete sessions from the scan screen
- - Tap completed sessions to restore directly
- - Archive UUID added to filenames to prevent overwrites
SHA-256 cb6b0712c12cdad89953d9a2308f081a2408d1a4c6422724957f203221cc20e1
Mar 23, 2026 · 22.6 MB · Android API 21–35 · code 10
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
- Fix Android file sharing
- - Fixed Telegram and other apps disabling send button for shared files (added MIME types)
- - Added share intent queries for Android 11+ compatibility
- - Version and build number now displayed on home screen and About dialog
- - Version is read dynamically from app — no more hardcoded strings
SHA-256 1e1afb608e3b86cd538341439dc1e724ca85ea392f6602f58b8e5faeff38cd25
Will it run on your device?
92%
- Runs on a broad range of modern Android versions.
- Multiple CPU architectures are covered.
- Aligned with the latest Android target SDK expectations.
Installation Guide
Open Settings on your Android device
Go to Security → Unknown sources (or Install unknown apps)
Enable "Allow from this source" for your browser or file manager
Open the downloaded APK file from your Downloads folder
Tap "Install" and wait for installation to complete
Launch the app from your home screen
Make sure to re-enable Unknown Sources restrictions after installation for security.
How to install this safely
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How to roll back to an earlier version
If the current release misbehaves, 1.0.11 is the last build before it. Android will not install an older version code over a newer one, so you must uninstall NFC Archiver first — which clears its local data unless you have a backup. Reinstall the older APK only if its signing fingerprint matches the build you already trust, and check the API range: an older release may target an Android version your device has moved past.
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SHA-256 Hash
bd0bd23bd474e0afc43b6b891e2cbb4e01ff4d07f1d18104e90d752ed7b6bc25
Signing certificate
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