Advanced Task Killer

Advanced Task Killer Free App

Rated 4.42/5 (576,820) —  Free Android application by ReChild

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About Advanced Task Killer

The Most Classic Task Killer or Task Manager, Speed Booster, Battery Saver. Advanced Task Killer helps over 70 millions Phone. You can use it to kill applications and boost memory. It doesn't speed up or save battery directly. However if you kill any apps consuming battery or CPU, you might feel it speed up your phone and saved your battery.
*Services and front apps cannot be killed directly, you have to ignore or 'force stop' them*
Features:
-Ignore List
-One tap widget
-Auto kill
-Customize item height

ATK is often used to kill app and clean memory. We do suggest people use ATK manually kill apps instead of auto killing app.

1. How to use it (for new users to quick start)?

ATK is pretty simple. Open this tool and take a look at the running applications list? Uncheck some apps you don't want to kill (such as Advanced Task Killer and some system apps) Tap the button 'Kill selected apps', it will kill all applications checked.



2. How to use it (for new users to do more)?

If you don't want to kill any app, you can tap it on the running applications list. Then it's checking box will turn to gray.



3. Why there are app running that I haven't used or even opened?

Some app will start up once you turn on your phone or be invoked by some events.



4. What is ignore list/ignore?

Ignore list is for you to ignore some app you don't want to kill. If you long press on the app listed on the main screen of ATK, the menu will pop up, then you can select 'Ignore', the application would be moved to ignore list. When you tap 'Kill selected apps', it won't be killed any more.



5. What is default action for long press?

You can set your default action for long press and click on the settings. The system default action for long press is pop-menu. That means you when you long press on the application (displays on the running applications list), a pop-menu would shows up. For example, if you want to switch to the application after you long press on it, you can set the default action of long press to 'Switch to'.



6. Why I lost my network connection after I tap 'kill selected apps'?

This is because some apps related with network connection are killed, such as 'voicemail'. You can ignore it instead of killing it.



7. Why my Home reloaded?

This is because some apps related with Home are killed. Such as 'HTC Sense', 'Mail'(if it is integrated with Home). You can ignore it instead of killing it.



8. Why I cannot receive notification of Email?

This is because you killed 'Email'. Instead of killing it, you need to ignore it.



9. What is Auto Kill?

If you want to kill apps automatically you need to choose one of auto-kill level

- Safe: Only kill the apps aren't running but still consume memory.

- Aggressive: Kill the apps running background and apps aren't running.

- Crazy: All apps except for apps you are using with.

You should be able to see Auto Kill information shows on the title, like 'Auto-Kill: 12:20'. That means auto kill will start at 12:20, you can also change the frequency to impact the auto kill start time.

App killer is only a tool to kill apps and task. It won't help your battery directly. But if you kill any app which consumes battery a lot, you might think app killer is helping your battery.
Advanced Task Killer Pro is paid version which doesn't contain ads.
Note: For android 2.2 and later version, task manager cannot kill services and front apps, you have to force stop them. If you use task manager to kill them, services might restart; also notification won't be erased from the top bar. So we don't suggest people use task manager kill them.

How to Download / Install

Download and install Advanced Task Killer version 2.2.1B216 on your Android device!
Downloaded 50,000,000+ times, content rating: Everyone
Android package: com.rechild.advancedtaskkiller, download Advanced Task Killer.apk

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App History & Updates

What's Changed
What is new:
-v2.2.1B216
quick fix for widget
-v2.2.0B215
remove 'menu'and 'check' button
apply new UI
What is new:
-v2.1.3B213
Roll back to old widget size
-v2.1.2B212
Fix "cannot get process issue" for Android 5.0 and later version
Fix widget icon.
Change UI to old version.
Version update Advanced Task Killer was updated to version 2.2.1B216
More downloads  Advanced Task Killer reached 50 000 000 - 100 000 000 downloads
Version update Advanced Task Killer was updated to version 2.0.3B203
Version update Advanced Task Killer was updated to version 1.9.7B103

What are users saying about Advanced Task Killer

T70%
by T####:

I've been using this app for yrs. I LUV IT ! My phone recently had a system update. All of a sudden this app wasn't working. OMG ! I had to download 3 apps to equal what this 1 does. Those apps combined used 200 MB of my space ! Holy cow ! I'm so excited that after 1 wk w/o this app, it's found compatible once again w/ system updates on my NOTE 5. THX team ! ♥ I highly recommend this over any similar app.

W70%
by W####:

Farewell Advanced task killer. I've been waiting since September update and still no fix for MotoX Pure. I've sent support multiple crash reports without reply. It was nice while it worked, but now it shows no apps and crashes EVERYTIME it's used. Hope I can find a worthy replacement.

U70%
by U####:

Since the latest Android update, this app no longer works on my Samsung Note 5. I have submitted bug reports with no response from the app's creators. I am very disappointed as up until now, this was my go-to app for maintaining my phone. Now it crashes every time I try to use it.

S70%
by S####:

I USE TO LOVE THIS APP!! until my s6 updated and it no longer works at all, just keeps crashing. I've sent several "reports" and I've tried to uninstall and re-install but no luck. Plz fix this so I can get my app back!

H70%
by H####:

This app doesn't work since my phone updated yesterday and no fixes very disappointed in this app. I have used it for a long time and this is the first time I had trouble with it. Please fix it :(. I am so disappointed in this app. Can someone tell when there will be an update?

S70%
by S####:

This was a great app until the latest update. Since then, however, it gives me no opportunity to actually kill tasks; this is pretty much a pre-requisite of a task killer. All I can view is the amount of space available, there is no list of what's actually running. I've tried adjusting settings, to no avail, so I'm afraid it's goodbye, non task killing task killer.

S70%
by S####:

This app used to be a God send, now it is deleted and i suggest you all do the same, this app crashes every time i open it. As well, the widget doesnt function either. Have had two galaxy s 6's since this started to occur.

I70%
by I####:

This was the BEST task killer UNTIL I updated my phone. The update was Android 7.0. The app will open, but once I hit KILL, I get an error msg & then it shuts down. I icon just stays up on my notifications now. Now my phone STAYS hot. This is ridiculous. #NotHappy #FixItPlease

S70%
by S####:

This was recommended to me to try. It's okay, but many apps I know to be on my SGS5 were not on the list even after setting the security lower. Going to mess with it a bit more. If still just mediocre it will be deleted.

S70%
by S####:

This used to help my phone run way smoother, but it stopped working entirely after I had to update my phone. I hope to be able to change over to a 5 star review as soon as an update for the app comes out! As of right now, it can't do anything.

W70%
by W####:

Downloaded the app as soon as I got my Samsung Galaxy S8+ and has not worked at all. The app itself and the widget both do not kill any tasks. Have always used this app with previous Android devices; would love to have a working version for the Galaxy S8+. Please fix it asap.

O70%
by O####:

Everything was fine until my system update on my s7 last night. When I open it now, it doesn't show a list of apps running anymore. It has available memory in a white bar at top, and the boost/kill bar is gray and can't be pressed with nothing below it. I've been using my phone so I know things are running.

S70%
by S####:

Use to install this app on every phone I used. Does not seem to work on the new system update to 7.0 or whatever. Regardless it does not work anymore just shows a blank screen. Any ideas online you guys planning to fix this problem?

S70%
by S####:

The app will not load since it's was last updated. It doesn't show any apps and when I try to click any part of it, it either force claws with a message or closes and asks me to send feedback that I never get a response to. I used to love and recommend this app.

U70%
by U####:

It used to work great and help my battery. But since i have upgraded to nuaget 7.0 android software. I can,t get it to open and shut down my apps. Everytime i ooen the app it freezes for about 5 secobds and theb says the app task killer has crashed. Everytime. Needs fixing otherwise im deleting it

S70%
by S####:

This used to be the best app and I recommended to so many Android users. But, it doesn't appear to be compatible with the newest version of Android. When I open it there is nothing to "kill". Previously I used the widget all the time. Now it says "0 apps killed". Disappointed but hoping for an update soon

L70%
by L####:

Do the developers really ignore all their customers on here? Leave the app not working after official OS update for MONTHS? The app itself deserves 5 stars for sure, but that's no way for developers to treat their customers and leave them in the dark about this app's future. I won't even have this ghost app taking up space on my phone like this.

R70%
by R####:

Has been my go to app for battery management for several phones over many years, but just doesn't work anymore. Always shows zero apps killed and crashes when I open it.

S70%
by S####:

Have just had update to Nougat and this app on htc10 no longer works. When will update be available to fix this? Updated 13 April this app still not working. Disappointed that no replies have been received about the issues despite sending log files and comments. Is this app still being developed or is it end of life? June 2017 App still not working, still no response or updates. Is it time to find something else? Any suggestions??

L70%
by L####:

I have used this app since I was first recommended it with the very first Droid. Used it since. Worked wonders. Since the update on my Samsung Galaxy s7 edge it just does not work. Crashes every time I open it. I have tried deleting & reinstalling. Very disappointed. ????

L70%
by L####:

2 Stars: Been using this app/widget for years. Would give 5 stars and continue to use, but after an update to Android 7.0, app/widget seem to no longer function (Galaxy S7). Very disappointing.

S70%
by S####:

It's almost a month since my last review and this is still not working, since last Android update. Disappointing. Was such a good app before. How long do we all have to wait?

S70%
by S####:

5 stars, 50 stars, 500 stars!!! App literally resurrected my phone which I was about to trash due multiple restarts and freezes daily sometimes hourly, now runs smoothly with only an occasional lag. Phone had not restarts since installing app and using auto kill at screen off.

S70%
by S####:

Used to be a greatttt app! But since I got a Galaxy S6 it stopped working... I was using it on a Note 5 fine. Opens fine but doesn't show any apps and crashed when you click kill. Fix for stars

S70%
by S####:

Ive been using this since anfroid first came out on the G1, with the most recent android update the app no longer works. I hope an update is released to make this app work again

W70%
by W####:

I've used it for years on my EVO 4G, my Galaxy S3, S5 and it used to work on my S7, until Sprint did OTA update to Nougat 7.0. Quit working after the 7.0 update. Won't show the list of open apps now, crashes if you click "kill jobs". Sad. But Nougat does better job now of detecting jobs eating up battery power.

P70%
by P####:

After last android update, it stopped working it doesn't kill anything except my time asking them over and over to fix it. It used to be a good application. Now it's worthless

B70%
by B####:

I've used this app for years on many different phones. It stopped working after the last system update on my note 5, and still not working. Extremely Disappointing, please fix whatever is going on.

H70%
by H####:

This application does exactly what it is designed and suppose to do. Such a shame that those that complain here in the comments are too stupid to read the product description for Advanced Task Killer. It plainly states that for Android 2.2 and above, this version of Advanced Task Killer does not automatically kill front loaded applications and that you have to manually kill those applications on your device. Hey ReChild, please develope Advanced Task Killer to 100% kill front loaded applications!

V70%
by V####:

I've been using this app for the last couple if years and it's saved me so much battery power. I'm still having problems on my S7 Edge wiyh the app not working after the last android update

B70%
by B####:

Having the same issue as a couple of other people. Worked great before, but I got an update yesterday and now it just crashes. Will give it a bit more time to see if there's a fix. If not, I'll have to uninstall it.

S70%
by S####:

Galaxy S8+ I've used this app 4 yrs. Sadly it does nothing but crash every time I try 2 use it. Will gladly give 5 stars when it starts working again.

N70%
by N####:

This used to be a great app. For some reason, now, whenever I open the app it just appears as a blank black screen then after a few seconds it states the app crashed. It's like this every single time! Please fix asap!!!

D70%
by D####:

Have used this app for years. Unfortunately, it crashes every time I attempt to use it after my latest system update on December 6, 2016. It's been a month now and no fix. This app is now completely useless to me. I'm not the only one with this problem. Do not download if you are running the latest version of Android.

D70%
by D####:

Dont get me wrong, I love this app, in fact its the BEST, most straight forward task killer ive came across. This app deserves five stars... If not for one thing: THE TASK KILL WIDGET KEEPS DISSAPEARING! And I don't just mean from my home screen but it actually disappears from my widget list! I love that widget and have to have it. If you guys fix it I will give a shining 5 star review, if it doesn't get fixed I'm going to have to lower my rating even more and uninstall. I hope 2 hear back from you guys :)

D70%
by D####:

When a phone gets old, it slows down. It just can't keep up with today's apps. Unless you use a task killer and sometimes even those are too heavy. Not this one. It works perfectly for me and my brother who can't afford the latest and greatest smartphones.

Y70%
by Y####:

Recently updated to Nougat on my G5 and now the app will open but once I hit the kill button in gives me an error message and crashes. I've had this app since I got my original Droid and love it, please fix!!

C70%
by C####:

Aug. 2016 Update still doesn't give option to use the original 3D looking icon. The April 30, 2016 Update changed the icon. Can I roll back to the older icon that was 3D looking and cuter? It was one if my favorite app icons, but now it is an unattractive looking one. I don't like the new flat 2D icon. Also, not the fan of the new "Boost" button designation.

D70%
by D####:

To the ppl who say it doesn't work because when you open it back up some of the apps you killed are still running. That has nothing to do with this app. It kills the apps it's supposed to but Android restarts some of them for many reasons, none of them being the fault of this app. This app is for killing apps that have crashed or are misbehaving. If you want more memory on your device, buy a better one! Absolutely NO software ever will substitute for hardware (in this case RAM).

D70%
by D####:

This kills apps just fine, but I feel like it's gotten slower in the past few updates. The widget used to kill apps almost instantly, but now it takes 5+ seconds before it tells me how much memory it freed.


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