SD Maid 2/SE - System Cleaner
Overview
• Maintain your Android device effortlessly with SD Maid 2/SE, your dedicated digital assistant designed to keep your system fast and organized.
• Android naturally accumulates clutter over time, but you don't have to manage it alone.
• This specialized file manager understands exactly which apps created which files, allowing you to reclaim your storage space safely and effectively.
Thorough Cleaning Tools
• CorpseFinder: Automatically identifies and removes "zombie" files left behind by apps you have already uninstalled.
• AppCleaner: Targets hidden caches, thumbnails, and expendable files that apps fail to delete on their own.
• SystemCleaner: Searches for empty folders and temporary files using smart, customizable filters to keep your system lean.
Total App and Storage Control
• StorageAnalyzer: Simplifies complex storage issues by showing exactly how space is being used across your phone, SD cards, and USB devices.
• AppControl: Offers a complete, transparent list of every app on your device, allowing you to sort, search, and manage even the most hidden system apps.
Advanced Media Management
• Deduplicator: Finds identical downloads and similar photos, helping you remove unnecessary copies that clog your gallery.
• Media Squeeze: Saves significant space by compressing images with adjustable quality settings, so you can keep your memories without sacrificing storage.
• Swiper: Makes decluttering interactive by letting you review files one by one with simple swipes to keep or delete.
Reliability and Privacy
• Ad-free experience: Use the app without interruptions or intrusive advertisements.
• Successor to the original SD Maid: Rebuilt and optimized specifically for modern Android versions.
• Respectful of privacy: The app offers an optional automation feature via the AccessibilityService API to handle tedious tasks like clearing caches. This tool is used strictly for automation and never collects your personal information.
Give your phone the deep clean it deserves
• SD Maid 2/SE is free to use for core features, with a paid upgrade available for those who want even more powerful optimization tools.
FAQ
Q: Since I used the original version, what makes this new SE version different?
A: This version is the official successor to the legendary original SD Maid and has been completely rebuilt from the ground up to be compatible with modern Android versions. While the original was great for older phones, SD Maid 2/SE is optimized for the latest file system changes and security standards, ensuring a faster and more reliable experience on newer devices.
Q: What is the "CorpseFinder" tool and is it safe for me to use?
A: The CorpseFinder is a clever utility that hunts for "zombie" files, which are data fragments left behind on your storage by apps you have already uninstalled. It is a very safe tool because it specifically targets directories that no longer have a corresponding installed application, ensuring you don't keep unnecessary trash from your past app history.
Q: How does the AppCleaner differ from just clearing my cache in the phone settings?
A: While you can clear some data manually, the AppCleaner targets hidden caches, thumbnails, and various expendable files that many applications fail to delete properly on their own. It automates this tedious process across all your installed apps at once, which saves you a significant amount of time and reaches clutter that standard settings often miss.
Version History
v1.7.1-rc0——14 Apr 2026
A trusted assistant for your Android, to keep it clean and tidy. Download the latest version of SD Maid 2/SE - System Cleaner to enjoy new features and updates immediately!
*1.7.1-rc0
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SD Maid 2/SE is actively developed—I'm adding new stuff all the time!
Got ideas? Let me know
Bug fixes, performance boosts, maybe even new features.
Changelog: https://sdmse.darken.eu/changelog
FYI: It’s just me here, sometimes replies might take a bit. Sorry for that!
*1.6.5-rc0
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SD Maid 2/SE is actively developed—I'm adding new stuff all the time!
Got ideas? Let me know
Bug fixes, performance boosts, maybe even new features.
Changelog: https://sdmse.darken.eu/changelog
FYI: It’s just me here, sometimes replies might take a bit. Sorry for that!
*1.6.4-rc0
Hey
SD Maid 2/SE is actively developed—I'm adding new stuff all the time!
Got ideas? Let me know
Bug fixes, performance boosts, maybe even new features.
Changelog: https://sdmse.darken.eu/changelog
FYI: It’s just me here, sometimes replies might take a bit. Sorry for that!
