About ConnectBot

ConnectBot is an open-source SSH and Mosh client for Android, created and maintained by Kenny Root . Use it to access remote terminals, manage multiple sessions, and create secure SSH tunnels.

Download ConnectBot or learn how to connect to your first server.

The developer behind ConnectBot

I’m Kenny Root, known as kruton on GitHub. I created ConnectBot on November 12, 2007, the day the first Android SDK was publicly released. I’ve kept the project going ever since.

Today, I’m ConnectBot’s solo developer. Much of the work happens in evenings and on weekends: fixing bugs, improving security, testing on Android devices, and reviewing contributions. Community contributors have helped shape ConnectBot along the way, and I’m grateful for their work.

ConnectBot is my main open-source focus. I also work on its terminal and SSH libraries so other applications can use the same building blocks.

Support the project

If ConnectBot is useful to you, consider supporting the person who keeps it running. Donations help me:

Test on real hardware. Buy Android devices to check different screens and operating-system versions.
Make time for maintenance. Work on fixes, security improvements, and community contributions.
Keep ConnectBot free and open. Continue developing a tool everyone can use.

You can support me through GitHub Sponsors , Buy Me a Coffee , or Donate crypto . Thank you for helping me keep ConnectBot going.

Developer libraries

Use ConnectBot’s building blocks in your own applications:

Get in touch

Join #connectbot on Libera.Chat , get help or report an issue, or explore the source code on GitHub .