Bluetooth Remote (BT Remote) is a lightweight, privacy-focused utility app that transforms your smartphone into a fully functional Bluetooth-powered remote control for your Android TV. Say goodbye to cluttered remote apps or complicated setup processes—BT Remote gives you instant, seamless control using the HID protocol, with no additional installations required on your TV.
Wireless Bluetooth Connection
BT Remote uses Bluetooth to connect to your Android TV, ensuring stable, fast, and offline operation. No need for Wi-Fi or internet permissions—just pair and go.
All-in-One Remote Control
The app includes all essential remote functions—volume, power, navigation, playback, and more. It’s everything your physical remote does, packed neatly into your smartphone.
Built-In Mouse & Keyboard
With native mouse pointer control and a keyboard input feature, browsing menus, entering search terms, and navigating apps becomes a breeze.
Plug-and-Play with HID Protocol
Thanks to its support for the HID (Human Interface Device) protocol, BT Remote doesn’t require any additional apps or software to be installed on your Android TV. Just pair your device and start controlling.
Modern, Intuitive Design
Developed using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, and built with Material 3, BT Remote offers a clean and intuitive UI that’s responsive and pleasant to use.
Privacy-First Approach
Your data stays yours. BT Remote has no internet permissions, doesn’t collect personal information, and is completely ad-free—ensuring your peace of mind.
Open Source & Developer Friendly
BT Remote is fully open-source, allowing developers to audit, contribute, or fork the project. It’s transparency you can trust.
Why Choose BT Remote?
· No setup or companion TV app required
· Works even without internet
· Clean UI, no ads, and no bloat
· Designed with modern Android principles
· Open-source and transparent
· Free and easy to use
FAQs
1. Do I need to install anything on my Android TV?
No. Thanks to HID protocol support, BT Remote works out of the box. Simply pair your phone via Bluetooth with your Android TV and start using it immediately—no additional TV app required.
2. Can I use this app without an internet connection?
Yes. BT Remote operates entirely over Bluetooth and doesn’t require Wi-Fi or mobile data. In fact, it has no internet permissions at all, ensuring a secure, offline experience.
3. Does the app include ads or track my data?
No. BT Remote is completely ad-free and privacy-focused. It does not collect, store, or transmit any user data. Your privacy is fully protected.
4. What Android TV models or devices are compatible?
Any Android TV or device that supports Bluetooth HID (Human Interface Device) profile should work. Most modern Android TVs and streaming boxes are compatible.
5. Is the app open source, and can I contribute to it?
Yes! BT Remote is open source. You can view, audit, and contribute to the project via its GitLab repository.
Version History
v1.8.1—12 Sep, 2025
v1.8.0—27 Aug, 2025
Full list of changes here: https://gitlab.com/Atharok/BtRemote/-/releases
- Updated translations.
- Added ability to mark one or multiple devices as favorites.
- Fixed a bug where the mouse moved in the opposite direction when going out of screen bounds (thanks to X S).
- Changes made to text styles.
- Code refactoring.
- Minor improvements.
- Updated to Android 16.
- Updated dependencies.
v1.7.2—25 Jun, 2025
- Updated translations.
- Added a setting option to replace the select button with the Enter key. Useful if the select button does not work on your device.
- Fix for the transmission of characters through the input field, which was not always correctly intercepted by certain devices.
- Updated dependencies.
