12 Step Tools for Recovery

Big Book, Reflections, Meetings, Sober Tracker, Podcasts, Community and more!

Big Book Apps, LLC · com.goodbarber.aabigbookfree

Not rated yet 100K+ downloads v2.6.2 162.6 MB Android 8.0+ PEGI 16 · Medium Maturity

Download APK 162.6 MB All versions

Signature matches the Google Play version Details

12 Step Tools for Recovery screenshot 10

12 Step Tools for Recovery screenshot 11

At a glance

Latest version: v2.6.2 (123)
Updated: Jan 28, 2026 (8 months ago)
APK size: 162.6 MB
Requires: Android 8.0+ (API 26)
CPU support: x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Category: Books & Reference (app)
Permissions: 41 (3 sensitive)
Website: bigbookapp.com
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

12 Step Tools for Recovery is an app by Big Book Apps, LLC in the Books & Reference category. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 1.0, the minimum Android version rose from 2.3 to 8.0. It asks for 41 permissions, 3 of them sensitive: read shared storage, display over other apps and modify shared storage. Compared with version 1.0, it adds 15 new permissions (“Read shared storage”, “Access adservices ad id”, “Access adservices attribution” and 12 more) and drops 6 (“Approximate location”, “Precise location”, “Call phone” and 3 more). The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

What's new in v2.6.2

Fixed donation experience

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Looking for the best app to support your journey to sobriety? Look no further! The Sober Toolkit app is your ultimate companion on the path to recovery. This all-in-one resource provides powerful tools, a supportive community, and regular updates to help you stay focused and motivated. Whether you're just starting out or have been sober for years, Sober Toolkit is designed to be with you every step of the way. Key Features: Recovery Literature: Access full text and audiobook versions of foundational sobriety literature. Explore the resources that have guided countless individuals to lasting recovery. Meeting Finder: Easily locate recovery support meetings around the world. Whether you're at home or traveling, finding a meeting has never been more convenient. 12 Steps and Traditions: Read and listen to the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions to strengthen your commitment and personal growth. Daily Reflections: Start your day with uplifting and thought-provoking reflections. Gain insight and motivation to stay on track. Speaker Tapes and Podcasts: Listen to powerful stories and expert advice from individuals who have walked the recovery path. These recordings offer encouragement, connection, and practical support. Support Resources: Find helpful information for both individuals in recovery and their loved ones. This section includes valuable tools for those affected by addiction. Sobriety Counter: Celebrate your milestones with a precision sobriety counter that tracks your day count, financial savings, and more. Community and Support: Sober Toolkit includes a vibrant community of people who understand your journey and offer encouragement and insight. Our development team regularly updates the app based on user feedback to make sure the tools and resources you need are always at your fingertips. Why Choose Sober Toolkit? Comprehensive Resources: From essential recovery literature to reflections and tracking tools, everything you need is in one place. User-Friendly: The intuitive design makes it simple to find meetings, access content, and track your progress. Every feature is built with ease of use in mind. Ongoing Improvements: We’re dedicated to providing the best possible experience for our users. Frequent updates and new features ensure the app continues to meet your needs. Testimonials: “I've tried several apps, but Sober Toolkit stands out. The Meeting Finder is a game-changer, especially when I'm traveling.” – John D. “The sobriety counter keeps me motivated. Seeing my progress in black and white is incredibly encouraging.” – Sarah L. “The Daily Reflections are part of my morning routine. They help me start the day with the right mindset.” – Mike P. Join the thousands of people who have found strength and clarity through Sober Toolkit. Download the app today and take the next step in your recovery journey. With Sober Toolkit, everything you need to support your sobriety is just a tap away—recovery resources, meeting tools, daily inspiration, and more. Embrace a life of clarity, support, and renewal. Download Sober Toolkit now and take control of your recovery!

Version history

2 versions are listed, going back to v1.0. Since v2.6.2 it requires Android 8.0+.

v2.6.2 LATEST Jan 28, 2026 162.6 MB TRUSTED v1.0 Dec 12, 2016 6.3 MB TRUSTED

All 2 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Jan 28, 2026.
Certificate issued to “GoodBarber” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the other version checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Jan 28, 2026
Validated against Google Play Jan 28, 2026
Signed byCN=GoodBarber, OU=GoodBarber, O=GoodBarber, L=Ajaccio, ST=Corsica, C=FR
Signing certificate (SHA-1)85:33:A3:35:38:E7:37:A2:EA:7C:37:76:BF:AF:4D:03:08:21:AA:56
File MD598981ffc816d524fa408986093632b5c
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

Scans and ratings come from the source store; the certificate comparisons are AAPKs's own, made from the files' published signatures (1 other version compared). AAPKs doesn't scan files itself — compare the MD5 and signer after downloading.

Permissions (41)

12 Step Tools for Recovery requests 41 permissions, 3 of them sensitive.

Display over other apps Sensitive android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Read shared storage Sensitive android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Access adservices ad id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
Access adservices attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
Access adservices topics android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS
Access notification policy android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY
Advertising ID com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Apphub bind apphub service (custom) com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE
Badge read (custom) com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ
Badge write (custom) com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE
Badger badge count read (custom) me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ
Badger badge count write (custom) me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE
Control vibration android.permission.VIBRATE
Download without notification android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION
Foreground service media playback android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
Home broadcast badge (custom) com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE
Home provider insert badge (custom) com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE
In-app purchases (Google Play Billing) com.android.vending.BILLING
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.goodbarber.aabigbookfree.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Launcher change badge (custom) com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE
Launcher read settings (custom) com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS
Launcher read settings (custom) com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS
Launcher read settings (custom) com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS
Launcher update badge (custom) com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE
Launcher update count (custom) com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT
Launcher update shortcut (custom) com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT
Launcher write settings (custom) com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS
Launcher write settings (custom) com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Push messaging (app-defined) com.goodbarber.aabigbookfree.permission.C2D_MESSAGE
Read app badge android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE
Receive push notifications com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
Schedule exact alarms android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM
Show notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
View Wi-Fi connections android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Wi-Fi android.hardware.wifi

12 Step Tools for Recovery APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of 12 Step Tools for Recovery for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 8.0 or later. Version 1.0 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 2.3 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 1.0 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is 12 Step Tools for Recovery free?

The APK is free to download, but the app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the 12 Step Tools for Recovery APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the other version checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 98981ffc816d524fa408986093632b5c.