DashO

What DashO is

DashO protects Android, Java, and Kotlin applications against reverse engineering, code tampering, and unauthorized debugging. It applies protection as a post-compile build step and says this can be done without code changes. Obfuscation options include patented Overload Induction renaming, control-flow obfuscation, and string encryption. Configurable runtime defenses can detect tampering, debugging, rooted devices, emulators, and hooking frameworks. Teams can add DashO to continuous integration through its command-line interface, Gradle plugins for Android and Java, or Ant. It does not have a specific Maven plugin; PreEmptive describes calling DashO through Ant from a Maven build. Installers are available for Windows, macOS, and Linux/GNU, while the software processes Android apps and Java or Kotlin class files. PreEmptive says build-time protections have little to no direct runtime impact, but runtime checks may add overhead depending on configuration. A free trial is offered, with no duration stated. Plans are quoted, with allowances that vary by plan, from Starter’s two seats and one application to Enterprise’s unlimited seats, applications, and development teams.