Interfaces and architecture
Learn how the pieces fit together, from the kernel to the HALs to updatable system components.
Securing Android is essential
Find out how the Android security program works and learn how to implement the latest features.
Design compatible devices
Offer a consistent experience with other Android-powered devices for users and app developers.
About the Android Open Source Project
Android is an open source operating system for mobile devices and a
corresponding open source project led by Google. This site and the
Android Open Source Project (AOSP) repository offer the information and
source code needed to create custom variants of the Android OS, port
devices and accessories to the Android platform, and ensure devices meet
the compatibility requirements that keep the Android ecosystem a healthy
and stable environment for millions of users.
As an open source project, Android's goal is to avoid any central point of failure in which one industry player can restrict or control the innovations of any other player. To that end, Android is a full, production-quality operating system for consumer products, complete with customizable source code that can be ported to nearly any device and public documentation that is available to everyone (in English at source.android.com and in Simplified Chinese at source.android.google.cn).
Just as you can contribute code to AOSP, you can also contribute to AOSP documentation—and we want your input! Android's flexibility and ever-changing codebase means this site needs your feedback to keep content fresh, accurate, and relevant to Android implementors. We encourage you to check the changelog for details on recent AOSP updates and to report bugs or offer suggestions using the Site Feedback at the bottom of every page (or by visiting g.co/androidsourceissue).
As an open source project, Android's goal is to avoid any central point of failure in which one industry player can restrict or control the innovations of any other player. To that end, Android is a full, production-quality operating system for consumer products, complete with customizable source code that can be ported to nearly any device and public documentation that is available to everyone (in English at source.android.com and in Simplified Chinese at source.android.google.cn).
Just as you can contribute code to AOSP, you can also contribute to AOSP documentation—and we want your input! Android's flexibility and ever-changing codebase means this site needs your feedback to keep content fresh, accurate, and relevant to Android implementors. We encourage you to check the changelog for details on recent AOSP updates and to report bugs or offer suggestions using the Site Feedback at the bottom of every page (or by visiting g.co/androidsourceissue).
News
Search AOSP faster with Code Search
Code Search is a tool for viewing source code in a browser without checking it out, which makes it easy to navigate references across branches.
Long Term Support Kernel Updates
Regularly updating your devices with newer Long-Term Supported (LTS) kernels can help address potential unrecognized security vulnerabilities. This can be a complex process so we've outlined the basic steps to help you get started.
Android Platform Glossary
Definitions for key Android terms have been published in a new Android platform glossary found within the Set up tab under Start.