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sandalone
sandalone

Reputation: 41759

If an app stores file on sdcard, can a user access them?

I just need a confirmation. If my app saves data to the phone's sdcard (/sdcard/com.example.myapp/file.mp3), can a user browse to such folder on the card and mess with the files (delete, rename, etc.)? I cannot find such info on the developer's site.

Thanks

Upvotes: 1

Views: 367

Answers (3)

Hugh Brackett
Hugh Brackett

Reputation: 2706

The SD card is capable of storing files with crypto protection called CPRM. Most devices that use SD cards don't bother to support it. Mere mortals such as ourselves cannot obtain keys to use the CPRM features on the card.

Upvotes: 1

Kaj
Kaj

Reputation: 10949

Yes he can modify the files on the sdcard. You can verify it by e.g installing Astro and browse the sdcard, and modify files on your phone.

Upvotes: 2

ferostar
ferostar

Reputation: 7082

Yes he can, there is no problem whatsoever. He will be able to see the files and modify them via the built in file manager, via code or from the PC when the device is connected.

Upvotes: 2

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