How is CalyxOs different from other custom Android distributions or the stock version?

How is CalyxOs different from other custom Android distributions or the stock version?

How is CalyxOs different from other custom Android distributions or the stock version?

In general, custom Android distributions offer people more control over their devices by allowing for the removal of unwanted bloatware preinstalled by the phone maker and more system customization to tailor the use of mobile devices to personal needs.

CalyxOS aims to strike a balance between privacy, usability, and security out of the box. It reduces the burden of security maintenance by keeping automatic timely monthly security updates. In addition, it defaults to privacy-protecting services, such as MicroG, an open-source alternative to Google Play Services that enables people to run apps without compromising their privacy to invasive tracking and profiling, and SeedVault, an open-source encrypted backup app with which people can backup and restore their mobile devices locally or self-hosted cloud storage. What’s more, CalyxOS makes privacy and security settings highly customizable and easier to control, including user-friendly firewall customization, a Work Profile feature to compartmentalize the storage of in-app data and maintain work-life balance, and a native dialer that promotes end-to-end contact methods and hides sensitive numbers from call log.

While we are passionate about CalyxOS, no single solution is perfect for everyone. We encourage users to consider their personal needs and preferences when choosing an operating system.