Niagara Launcher ‧ Home Screen

A minimalist productivity launcher. One-hand-friendly. Zero ads.

Peter Huber · bitpit.launcher

4.6 out of 5 (11 ratings) 10M+ downloads v1.16.31 13.4 MB Android 8.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v1.16.31 (1637)
Updated: Oct 1, 2026 (8 days ago)
APK size: 13.4 MB
Requires: Android 8.0+ (API 26)
CPU support: x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Category: Personalization (app)
Listed since: Feb 3, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 31 (6 sensitive)
Developer contact: [email protected]

About this APK

Niagara Launcher ‧ Home Screen is an app by Peter Huber in the Personalization category, listed since at least February 2021. 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 1.15.12, the minimum Android version rose from 5.0 to 8.0. It asks for 31 permissions, 6 of them sensitive, including read contacts, approximate location and read calendar. It asks for the same permissions as version 1.16.30. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

Ratings

4.6out of 511 ratings

5 ★82%
4 ★9%
3 ★0%
2 ★0%
1 ★9%

Ratings from users of the source store — not collected or verified by AAPKs.

What's new in v1.16.31

✏️️ Create, Share, and Discover Themes With Theme Studio Create your own themes with our new Theme Studio. Customize wallpapers, icons, clock styles, and text with a live preview, save multiple setups, and share them with friends or the community. This update also marks the beginning of our brand refresh and the launch of Mellowdrop Studio, our new independent software studio.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Niagara Launcher – A Clean & Elegant Home Screen Niagara Launcher is a minimalist Android launcher designed to upgrade your phone by offering a clean, elegant, and customizable home screen. Focusing on productivity and easy customization, Niagara Launcher reduces clutter and allows you to effortlessly customize your home screen with themes, widgets, wallpapers, and icons, helping you make the most of your smartphone. 🏅 Awards 🏅 Among the Best Android Launchers in 2025 – Tom’s Guide 🏅 Among the Best Minimalist Launchers in 2025 – Geeky Gadgets 🏅 Among the Best Android Launchers to customize your phone in 2025 – Android Police ▌ Customization – Make your phone truly yours 🎨 Themes · Apply themes from our theme collection with just one tap. 🖌️ Custom App Icons · Discover a wide range of unique icon packs supporting all your apps. 🖼️ Built-In Wallpapers · Customize your home screen with our unique wallpaper collection. 🕰️ Clock Style · Choose from different clock styles to match your home screen theme. 📝 Custom Fonts · Customize your launcher experience with various fonts. 🎨 Material You · Dynamic theming adapts to your wallpaper on all Android versions. 🌓 Light & Dark Themes · Choose from different light and dark theme options. ▌ Productivity – A smarter way to use your phone 📄 Integrated Notifications · Read and reply directly from the home screen. 🌊 Wave Alphabet · Fast access to apps with intuitive one-handed operation. 📅 Calendar Widget · Stay organized with a clear and practical calendar widget. 🌤️ Weather Widget · Check the latest weather updates with the built-in weather widget. 📚 Widget Stack · Space-saving arrangement of up to four widgets. 📁 Pop-Up Folders · An efficient way to organize apps without cluttering your home screen. 🎮 Customizable Gestures · Navigate with gestures like double-tap to turn off the screen. 🔍 Advanced Search · Find contacts, search the web, and calculate instantly. ▌ Wellbeing – Focus on what matters ⏳ Usage Breaker · Stay mindful of screen time with gentle reminders for apps you use too often. 🎯 Stay focused · Simplify and declutter your home screen for fewer distractions. 🔒 Hide Apps · Keep your app drawer clean by hiding apps you don’t need. 📩 Notification Summary · Bundle less important notifications for longer uninterrupted sessions. ⛔ Ad-Free · An undisturbed usage experience, even in the free version. 🔍 Discover More · Various other features await you in Niagara Launcher. ▌ Continuous Updates & Reliable Support 🏅 Active Development · Constant improvements & new features for the launcher. ❤️ Helpful Support · Get quick and friendly assistance whenever you need it. 📲 Backup & Restore · Effortlessly transfer your home screen setup when switching phones. ▌ What Others Say 🏆 „The Best Android Launcher for Big Phones“ - Joe Fedewa, How-To Geek 🏆 „A standout new Android launcher for ergonomic efficiency“ - JR Raphael 🏆 „Your best choice for a tall or folding phone“ - Ryne Hager, Android Police Thank you for your interest in Niagara Launcher! We are always here to answer your questions and listen to your feedback. Download Niagara Launcher now and transform your Android home screen into the ultimate customizable home screen experience! --- 📴 Why We Offer an Accessibility Service · Our accessibility service has the sole purpose of letting you quickly turn off your phone's screen with a gesture. The service is optional, disabled by default, and neither collects nor shares any data.

Version history

7 versions are listed, going back to v1.15.12. New versions arrive here about every week. Since v1.16.27 it requires Android 8.0+.

v1.16.31 LATEST Oct 1, 2026 13.4 MB TRUSTED v1.16.30 Sep 27, 2026 13.4 MB TRUSTED v1.16.29 Sep 18, 2026 13.4 MB TRUSTED v1.16.28 Sep 15, 2026 13.4 MB TRUSTED v1.16.27 Oct 1, 2026 13.2 MB TRUSTED

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Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Oct 1, 2026.
Certificate issued to “Peter Huber” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 6 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Oct 1, 2026
Validated against Google Play Oct 1, 2026
Signed byCN=Peter Huber, L=Koenigsbrunn, ST=Bayern, C=DE
Signing certificate (SHA-1)88:83:81:26:53:DB:1B:00:1E:71:1F:9A:F9:20:BD:BC:59:10:89:9F
File MD54070605db125c36d8e4b2bf3e30b54c2
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 (6 other versions compared). AAPKs doesn't scan files itself — compare the MD5 and signer after downloading.

Permissions (31)

Niagara Launcher ‧ Home Screen requests 31 permissions, 6 of them sensitive.

Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Bluetooth connect Sensitive android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT
Package usage stats Sensitive android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS
Read calendar Sensitive android.permission.READ_CALENDAR
Read contacts Sensitive android.permission.READ_CONTACTS
See all installed apps Sensitive android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES
Access adservices ad id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
Access adservices attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
Access hidden profiles android.permission.ACCESS_HIDDEN_PROFILES
Access notification policy android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY
Advertising ID com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Alarm set alarm (custom) com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM
Bind appwidget android.permission.BIND_APPWIDGET
Bind service (custom) com.google.android.apps.aicore.service.BIND_SERVICE
Control vibration android.permission.VIBRATE
Expand status bar android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
In-app purchases (Google Play Billing) com.android.vending.BILLING
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) bitpit.launcher.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Receive push notifications com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
Request delete packages android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
Set wallpaper android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER
Set wallpaper hints android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER_HINTS
Show notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Use biometric hardware android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC
Use fingerprint hardware android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Bluetooth android.hardware.bluetooth
Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Location android.hardware.location

Niagara Launcher ‧ Home Screen APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Niagara Launcher ‧ Home Screen for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 8.0 or later. Version 1.16.14 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. Get version 1.16.14 · 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 Niagara Launcher ‧ Home Screen free?

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

Is the Niagara Launcher ‧ Home Screen 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 6 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 4070605db125c36d8e4b2bf3e30b54c2.