SQLite is a opensource SQL database that stores data to a text file on a device. Android comes in with built in SQLite database implementation.

Why SQLite is used in Android?

SQLite is an open-source relational database i.e. used to perform database operations on android devices such as storing, manipulating or retrieving persistent data from the database. It is embedded in android bydefault. So, there is no need to perform any database setup or administration task.

Does Android include SQLite?

Debug your database

The Android SDK includes a sqlite3 shell tool that allows you to browse table contents, run SQL commands, and perform other useful functions on SQLite databases.