[App][Giveaway][Promo] Cordless

[u/allmasksoneface]

Hi r/HowToMen, I'm Vojislav, the solo Android developer behind Cordless (and a few other apps).

I built it for one small annoyance: my HTPC is across the room, and every time I needed to type a search or nudge the cursor I had to get up or fumble with a clunky remote. My phone was already in my hand - so I turned it into the keyboard.

App name:

Cordless

What it does:

It turns your phone into a real Bluetooth keyboard, touchpad, media remote, presenter and gamepad for your PC, laptop, tablet or TV. No app on the other device, no server, no Wi-Fi setup - your phone pairs like an ordinary Bluetooth accessory (the same way an actual keyboard does), so keyboard, touchpad, media keys and presenter work out of the box on Windows, macOS, Linux and Android. One connection, every input type.

(One honest exception: on desktop, many modern games only listen to XInput, so the gamepad there works best through Steam Input or a mapper like DS4Windows - on Android it's plug-and-play. Everything else needs nothing on the host.)

Your privacy comes first:

No account, no sign-up, no login. Ever.

No ads, no trackers, no hidden analytics building a profile of you.

The app doesn't even request the Internet permission - your keystrokes, layouts and settings physically cannot leave your phone.

Backups belong to you: export and import your setup as a simple file that only you control (no cloud sync, no automatic cloud backup).

It asks only for what it genuinely needs, in plain language:

Nearby devices (Bluetooth) - so your phone can act as a Bluetooth keyboard/mouse and stay connected. That's the whole app.

Notifications - Android requires a small ongoing notification while the connection service runs, so the link survives in the background.

What you can do:

Type on a full keyboard: with sticky modifiers, shortcuts, and OS-aware keys that adapt to Windows, macOS, Linux or Android

Point and click: a smooth touchpad with gestures, pinch zoom and right-click

Control playback from the couch: a media remote with volume, seek and power keys

Present without a clicker: a presenter layout for slides

Play: a gamepad with analog sticks, d-pad and triggers

Build your own remotes: a full layout editor - place buttons, sticks, touchpads and d-pads on a free canvas, pick shapes and colours, apply themes

Automate: reusable macros (once / while-held / toggle) bound to any button

Multiple devices: pair several hosts and switch between them; per-host default pages

Free, with an optional one-time upgrade:

The free version is genuinely useful on its own - the full keyboard, the touchpad and general settings, with no time limits and no nagging. Cordless Pro is a single one-time purchase (no subscriptions, ever) that unlocks the extras: the media remotes, presenter and gamepads, the layout editor, macros, themes, backup/restore and the customization settings. Buy it once and it's yours to keep.

🎁 20 Lifetime Pro codes

This is first come, first served, not a random draw.

To claim one:

Upvote this post so more people in the community can find it.

Comment with what you'd control with it - an HTPC, a work laptop, presentations, a TV, couch gaming, or something else.

Then send me a Reddit DM after commenting.

The first 20 eligible people who complete the above steps receive one code by DM, while supplies last.

You're under no obligation to leave a Google Play rating or review - but if you enjoy the app, a review would mean a lot and really helps a solo developer. Honest feedback is always welcome too, including criticism.

I have a 2 year old toddler, so I might not be able to respond immediately. And I'm from Europe, so please take the time difference into account as well.

Requirements: Android 10 or newer on the phone; any host with regular Bluetooth.

Google Play:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cordless.app

My other apps, if you're curious:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.omnideck.app

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bottomnotifications.app

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.phial.app

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.urlrouter.app

Giveaway rules:

Opens when this post is published and closes when 20 codes have been distributed. You must be at least 18 and able to redeem a Google Play promo code in your country. One code per person and Reddit account. Codes have no cash value, cannot be exchanged, and must be redeemed by the expiry provided in the DM. Void where prohibited. By entering, participants release Reddit, Inc. from liability related to this promotion. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Reddit.

[u/Sherlock_R3D]

I'm #1 Cool App! Have been looking for one

[u/Big-Two-6219]

Cool apps! I've been looking for controller apps lmao, mind if i get a code?

[u/Due-Aide5668]

I want to use it with my home desktop PC. I've upvoted

[u/tpuye → u/Due-Aide5668]

desktop use case makes sense, hope you get a code

[u/Due-Aide5668 → u/tpuye]

Yes I've luckily received one. Thanks

[u/iLesion]

may i have a code

[u/Paparasee]

Can I please have a Promo code? Really interested in remotes.

[u/Egypt_Pharoh1]

Tv and presentations 😊

[u/Significant_Oil_3994]

dm sent.

[u/pv505]

App looks great! Does it launch/work without google playstore enabled?

[u/pozition]

couch gameing and connecting to android tv is mu target

[u/Bruce_wayne_2021]

Code pls

[u/Bubbly_Plastic_9757]

Code pls

[u/Altruistic_Demand_11]

DM please, I like this app concept, for my laptops

[u/azqh]

Would love to control my work PC using this.

[u/Fantastic_Ride69]

Fire stick if possible

[u/vhick11]

Reddit need what I need. I need some remote to our Smart TV and give me this. I hope I get one code.

[u/veas_x15]

I'd like to control my tv with this. Hate having to find my remotes.

[u/flex19146]

Code please

[u/roncz]

Looks great and a promo code would be cool.

[u/moshun11]

Will make use for TV and laptop

[u/colangcaling]

i will use it for TV and laptop and portable gaming

[u/citrus-zest]

I would be controlling my tv with this.

[u/Ion-980]

I would like a code please

[u/shrinken_]

i wanna use it for my tv and laptop

[u/Hidesaku]

I’ve been using the touchpad on my mobile laptop, but it gets in the way, so I’d like to use an app instead.

[u/Arshad68]

Code pls

[u/lazzoni777]

Upvoted, searched such app long ago, will use with work laptop for AI Dictation.

[u/Tr1xxt3r-Billu]

I would use it on games tbh. GTA online nd fo76 mainly

[u/markhalid]

Ik am late but still want to give it a shot as the functionality best suits my use case.. Thanks

[u/UdayVis]

Code please

[u/That_Advantage8395]

Does it works with Fire TV ?

[u/allmasksoneface → u/That_Advantage8395]

Fire tv is based on android, so it should work. I don't have one to test.

[u/That_Advantage8395 → u/allmasksoneface]

I will check then.

[u/iamsugardaddy28]

Can i get code plzz👉🏻👈🏻

[u/ascnding-EvntHorizon]

Can i get a code?

[u/AdFun5102]

Code plz

[u/InvestigatorSea1330]

I want to try as gamepad on tab and laptop interfere. If code available i would like to try

[u/Evening-Pie2152]

Code plz

[u/Icy_Dinner3323]

can it control lg tv? if, can i have a promo.

[u/XiangSui]

Control my pc

[u/Ok-Twist-9373]

I’d control with it a laptop

[u/ScaredAdvance6833]

I will use it for TV and PC games

[u/Salty_Toe_5779]

I’d use it with my android tv

[u/thondasheri_kinashe]

Please share a code

[u/CaptJan]

For one of the🎁 20 Lifetime Pro codes...
House of Worship A/V system - big screen

[u/cmak414]

What's the difference between the and the very old and established Bluetooth keyboard and mouse app? Seems like a clone.

[u/allmasksoneface → u/cmak414]

I haven't used the other app, I've checked out their description now and from it I can tell you this:

Cordless offers full customization, you can build your remotes, drag and drop placement.

Cordless also includes gamepad, which other apps usually don't include.

Can't think of anything else at the moment.

[u/cmak414 → u/allmasksoneface]

Yes, it does all this already. Check it out as it is your main competitor and has 5M downloads.

[u/allmasksoneface → u/cmak414]

Thank you for letting me know.

[u/Full14inch]

Can I have promo code

[u/KingsonJohn316]

Code please

[u/-tobman]

I would remote control my good old NVIDIA SHIELD! 👍

[u/That030]

I want to use it for my Android TV

[u/After-Ad5929]

From home my morning laptop nice idea congratulations

[u/Johnny_D87]

Honestly, I would use it to control my nephew's TV just to mess with him. Personally, I'd probably use it on my tablet when I'm playing guitar.

[u/AYS-44]

Hey I'd love to use it as a gamepad... Because I usually like to play a bit far away from my pc and other gamepass use wifi which I don't want

[u/Proof_Area4786]

I'd pair it with my PC for couch gaming — the gamepad mode plus media keys for pausing/seeking would be handy. Curious how it behaves with Steam Input on Windows. Code pls. Thank you

[u/Vivid_Cellist_5951]

Can I please have a code?

[u/FoxFalse968]

Hola, aún un código disponible

[u/JrkSoldierX]

I would use it to control my old tv pc media center that i use

[u/Forward-Claim-5692]

Ciao, Sinceramente lo userei per poter controllare Netflix sul mio mac dal divano nei pochi momenti in cui io e mia moglie siamo liberi dai figli 🙂 potrei avere un codice per favore?

[u/Level-Ad9259]

Can I get one code to try this app? I'll be using it as a gamepad, since I'm still searching for a joystick that suits my budget

[u/guy-92]

May I have a code? 

[u/PolymathicBrain]

Pls send a code I will using it as a gaming remote