samsung android rubin app

Have you come across this folder on your device and are wondering what it is? Well, we’ve got you covered.

You may have seen a folder titled “Com Samsung Android Rubin App” or “com.samsung.android.rubin.app” on your Samsung device.

In this post, we’ll make sure to answer any of your doubts about these queries: what is this folder all about? How to find it? Is it of any use? Is deleting it safe or not? Read on to find out!

What is the com.samsung.android.rubin.app folder?

This is a service provided by Samsung that collects information about your devices, such as their settings, status, and stored applications. It’s used to personalize your content and improve your services.

The software, also known as Samsung’s customization service, may gather data such as your device’s distinctive identifier, settings data, and status information (such as connections to other devices).

Furthermore, the customization service may track the apps you use, which is something to be aware of.

So, this software has been automatically installed on your device by Samsung.

Also, you may find our article on what is the Com Samsung Android Forest folder useful as well!

What is the location of the Samsung Android Rubin folder?

The default file manager on your phone may not allow you to view Samsung and Android-related files, so you will need to use a third-party file manager.

We used File Manager+ in this article.

Also, with this file manager, you can delete folders and files as well.

Now, follow these steps to access the Com Samsung Android Rubin folder:

Firstly, Download and install the File Manager from the Playstore on your Samsung phone, then open File Manager.

After that, access the Main storage on your smartphone.

main storage in file manager

Next, scroll down to the Android folder and click on it.

android folder in main storage

You should only notice a few folders in the Android folder. Our focus is the data folder; simply click on it.

data folder in android folder in main storage

Next, you need to scroll down to find the folder: com.samsung.android.rubin.app.

com samsung android rubin app in data folder in main storage

That’s all there is to it.

Important Note: If you don’t find the app on your Main storage or Phone/Internal Storage, try the same steps on your External storage (SD Card).

Can you safely delete the Com Samsung Android Rubin folder?

If you are wondering if is it safe to remove the Rubin folder, the simple reply is Yes.

You may easily erase the whole folder by following the steps we have listed above.

How to delete the Com Samsung Android Rubin folder

Firstly, you need to locate the com.samsung.android.rubin folder in the File Manager+ app, as we just explained.

Next, you need to tap and hold your finger on the folder and you will a row of options will appear at the bottom of your screen.

You need to tap on “Delete” and confirm your decision.

Battery drainage

According to Google’s Andy Rubin, new Android phones are on the way, opening the door to more products.

Users are looking to get the best service out of their smartphones, and com.samsung.android.rubin.app can slow down performance and even drain your device’s battery life.

There is always an option to remove these folders. However, because this is always a hard decision to make, we think you should decide what you need and do not need for yourself.

Suppose your Samsung device’s battery life is subpar. In that case, you may either modify various features and settings or disable some background apps like the disabling.

Final words

Android applications create folders with the structure “Com Samsung Android”, in which they keep important data.

So, leaving these directories alone is usually ideal. However, if you are facing troubles with your battery or phone performance, you can remove these apps and folders.

Also, you may find our other guide explaining the purpose of the Com Android Providers Media folder useful as well!

If you ever come across a strange folder and are unclear where it is originating from, you can always verify its safety here on GuideRealm!

We hope you found this information useful.

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