iodéOS
De-Google OS with built-in tracker firewall
Overview
iodéOS on LineageOS base bundles microG and a built-in tracker blocker that detects and blocks tracking attempts automatically.
Supports Samsung, Pixel, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and more—reuse existing phones or buy iodéOS devices.
GDPR-minded European users appreciate French jurisdiction and daily-usability focus.
Scores
Android（OS） — comparison
No Google account on device; firewall blocks non-Google trackers too—microG leaves limited Google API traffic.
Pros
- ✓ Built-in firewall auto-blocks trackers
- ✓ microG preserves app compatibility
- ✓ Works on major Samsung and other brands
- ✓ French GDPR jurisdiction
Cons & caveats
- − microG still uses Google APIs partially
- − Small development team
- − Limited Japanese community resources
Best for
- Samsung and mainstream phone reuse
- Tracker blocking priority
- EU jurisdiction preference
Not ideal for
- Complete elimination of Google communication
- Japanese-language support needs
Specs
- Pricing
- Free — OS free. Buy iodéOS phone or self-flash.
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Data location
- On-device; iodé Foundation (France); microG may contact Google servers.
- Platforms
- Samsung · Pixel · OnePlus · Xiaomi等
Migration from Android（OS）
- 1 Check iode.tech device compatibility
- 2 Flash iodéOS after downloading image
- 3 Review built-in firewall defaults
- 4 Add F-Droid/Aurora Store for remaining apps
Setup steps
- 1 Confirm model on supported devices list
- 2 Flash iodéOS after bootloader unlock
- 3 Enable tracker blocking settings
- 4 Test microG compatibility and install required apps
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