Welcome to message-mirror! This app helps you capture notifications and SMS from your Android device. You can customize what notifications to capture, and forward them to your HTTP endpoint for easy access and overview.
- Always-on background service
- Capture and filter notifications by app
- Optional SMS capturing
- Easy forwarding to a specified HTTP endpoint
- Battery optimization for smooth operation
To get started, you'll need to download the application. Visit this page to download: GitHub Releases Page.
- Click on the link above.
- On the Releases page, find the latest version.
- Download the APK file for your Android device.
- Open the downloaded file to install the app.
- Allow any necessary permissions to ensure the app functions properly.
- Android OS: Version 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later
- Memory: At least 2 GB of RAM
- Storage: Minimum 50 MB of free storage space
- Network: Internet connection for forwarding notifications
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Enable Installation from Unknown Sources:
- Go to your device's
Settings. - Navigate to
SecurityorPrivacy. - Enable the option for installing apps from unknown sources.
- Go to your device's
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Open the APK File:
- Locate the downloaded APK file in your device's file manager.
- Tap on the file to start the installation process.
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Follow the On-Screen Instructions:
- Read the permissions required by the app.
- Click on
Installto complete the installation.
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Launch message-mirror:
- Find the app icon on your device's home screen or app drawer.
- Tap to open it.
After you have installed the app, follow these steps to set it up:
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Set Permissions:
- When you launch the app for the first time, it may ask for permissions to access notifications and SMS.
- Grant the permissions for the app to function correctly.
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Configure Notification Forwarding:
- In the app settings, enter the HTTP endpoint where you want to forward notifications.
- Choose which apps you want to capture notifications from. You can select multiple apps.
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Start the Service:
- Enable the background service within the app settings to ensure it runs continuously.
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Testing:
- Send a test notification or SMS from one of the selected apps.
- Check your HTTP endpoint to confirm that the notification was forwarded successfully.
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Battery Optimization: message-mirror is designed to be lightweight. However, you can adjust battery settings in your device to ensure it runs smoothly in the background.
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Data Saver: If you are concerned about data usage, consider setting up the app to only forward notifications when connected to Wi-Fi.
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Regular Updates: Keep the app updated to benefit from new features and improvements. Always check the GitHub Releases Page for the latest version.
If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to reach out for support. You can submit your inquiries on the GitHub repository.
If you wish to contribute to the app, here are ways you can help:
- Report bugs or issues.
- Suggest new features.
- Provide feedback on your experience.
For more information about the technologies used in this app and its development, explore the following topics:
- Android Development
- Flutter Framework
- Kotlin Programming
- Background Services
Your feedback and engagement are important to improve the app and its features. Thank you for your interest in message-mirror!