How do I install the apktool mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `APKTOOL_WORK_DIR` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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APktool MCP Server

A powerful **Model Context Protocol (MCP) server** that exposes [Apktool](https://ibotpeaches.github.io/Apktool/) functionality for Android APK

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What is the APktool MCP Server?

A powerful Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes Apktool functionality for Android APK analysis and reverse

Credentials and setup notes

1. Java JDK 8+ (Required by Apktool) ```bash

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
decode_apk	Decompile APK files to extract all components
build_apk	Recompile APK from modified source directory
install_framework	Install system frameworks for system app analysis
analyze_manifest	Parse AndroidManifest.xml for permissions and components
extract_strings	Extract string resources with locale support
list_permissions	Enumerate all requested permissions
find_smali_references	Search for patterns in decompiled smali code
get_apk_info	Get basic APK metadata and information

How to install the APktool MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "apktool": {
      "command": "python3",
      "args": [
        "/absolute/path/to/apktool_server.py"
      ],
      "env": {
        "APKTOOL_WORK_DIR": "/path/to/workspace"
      }
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

1. Java JDK 8+ (Required by Apktool) ```bash

Variable	Description	Required
APKTOOL_WORK_DIR	Declared in the maintainer’s client configuration.	Check documentation

Example prompts to try

“Use APktool MCP to decode apk.”
“Use APktool MCP to build apk.”
“Use APktool MCP to install framework.”

Frequently asked questions

A powerful **Model Context Protocol (MCP) server** that exposes [Apktool](https://ibotpeaches.github.io/Apktool/) functionality for Android APK analysis and reverse Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.