Android · System Info
Review licenses and legal notices
Provides access to open-source software licenses, third-party notices, terms of service, and privacy policy documents bundled with the Android operating system.
How to open Legal Information
- Open Settings → About phone
- Tap 'Legal information'
- Select a category such as open-source licenses, terms of service, or privacy policy
What you should know
- Lists open-source licenses for components used in Android
- Links to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
- Includes manufacturer-specific legal notices where applicable
- Located under About phone → Legal information
Why it matters
Legal information pages fulfill open-source licensing obligations and provide transparency about the terms governing use of the device and its bundled software. While most users rarely open this section, it's an important reference for developers checking license compliance, and for anyone wanting to understand the legal terms they agreed to during setup. It also serves as a factual record of which policies apply to the device's pre-installed software.
Best practices
- Reference this page if you need to verify open-source license compliance for a component
- Review the linked privacy policy periodically, since it can be updated over time
- Use this section rather than searching online if you need the manufacturer's exact legal notices
Common problems and fixes
- Can't find a specific component's license
- Use the in-page search function within the open-source licenses list, since it can be very long.
- Legal information page won't load
- This page is stored locally and shouldn't require internet access; try restarting the Settings app if it fails to open.
Tips and tricks
- Use this page as a reference when auditing a device fleet for open-source compliance
- Bookmark the linked privacy policy URL for easier future access outside the Settings app
Frequently asked questions
Are these the same terms I agreed to during setup?
Yes, this section provides ongoing access to the terms of service and privacy policy presented during initial device setup.
Does this include third-party app licenses?
No, it only covers licenses for software bundled with the operating system itself, not individually installed apps.
Is this page the same across all Android devices?
The core Android open-source licenses are similar, but manufacturers add their own additional legal notices.
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