# JADX

> Dex to Java decompiler

Decompiles Android apps into readable Java source with a GUI.

- Source: https://github.com/skylot/jadx
- License: Apache-2.0
- Language: Java
- Stars: 50716
- Forks: 5778
- Contributors: 156
- Last commit: 2026-10-01
- Latest release: v1.5.6 (2026-07-10)
- Purpose: Security & identity
- Runs on: Desktop, CLI
- For: Personal, Enterprise

## Worth score: 80/100

How much DigGitHub recommends it, from activity, adoption, docs, license and security signals.

- Popularity: 24/25
- Momentum: 10/20
- Maintenance: 25/25
- Community: 13/15
- Readiness: 8/15

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Source page: https://diggithub.com/skylot/jadx
Updated: 2026-10-03