Frequently asked questions
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Getting started
Do I need root?
Yes. KoalaMirror works through root-level injection and needs a Zygisk runtime. Magisk works out of the box; on KernelSU or APatch, the app auto-provisions ReZygisk during deploy.
Do I need a custom ROM or to flash anything?
No. KoalaMirror is a regular APK. Install it, tap Deploy, reboot once — the app provisions everything by itself. No flashing zips, no command line, no computer.
How do I get started?
Root your phone with Magisk, KernelSU, or APatch. Install KoalaMirror, tap Deploy, and reboot. Then connect to your car the way you always do — your Android desktop appears on the head unit.
Is it free to try?
Yes. Every new account gets a 30-day free trial with full functionality — no card required. After the trial, an in-app license keeps projection active. KM Launcher is free.
Why does KoalaMirror cost money?
Android Auto changes with almost every release, and each update can shift what it takes to project a full Android desktop through it. We track every Android Auto version and keep projection working — verified on real devices against Android Auto 16.7 through 17.2. That ongoing work is what your license pays for. KM Launcher does not rely on Android Auto, so it stays free.
Compatibility
Which Android versions are supported?
Android 12L through 16 (SDK 32+) with Google Mobile Services, verified against Android Auto 16.7 through 17.2 on real devices and emulators.
Does it work with my car?
If your car or aftermarket head unit runs Android Auto, KoalaMirror can project to it. It rides on the standard Android Auto connection your car already supports — nothing is installed on the car side.
Which root solutions are supported?
Magisk, KernelSU, and APatch. A Zygisk runtime is required; if yours doesn't ship one, KoalaMirror auto-provisions ReZygisk during deploy.
KM Launcher
What is KM Launcher?
A minimal, car-friendly home screen and the companion app to KoalaMirror. It stays fully transparent over the projected wallpaper, uses a glove-friendly editable grid, and keeps a fixed low-distraction dark theme.
Can I use the Launcher without KoalaMirror?
Absolutely. It works standalone on any Android 8.0+ device — phones, tablets, aftermarket head units, even wall-mounted panels. No root needed, and it's free.
Privacy & licensing
What data do you collect?
Technical diagnostics tied to a pseudonymous installation ID — setup state, versions, and deploy/projection milestones. After you sign in, they are linked to your account so we can troubleshoot your setup. Nothing is stored on your device, we never read your contacts, files, photos, or messages, and ad personalization is disabled. Retention periods are detailed in the privacy policy.
How many devices can I use?
A license is active on one device at a time. Switching phones? Transfer the license in-app — no support ticket needed.
Is rooting and injection risky?
Root access and system-level modification always deserve respect — only proceed if you know your way around it. KoalaMirror keeps its footprint small: a standard Zygisk module and signed remote configuration, with no changes to your system partition.