SQLite is fast and has a small footprint, making it perfect for Android devices. Instead of the heavyweight server-based databases like Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server, each SQLite database is stored within a single file on disk. Android applications can choose to store private application data in a SQLite database.

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.

How does SQLite store data on Android?

This example demonstrates How to save data using sqlite in android. Step 1 − Create a new project in Android Studio, go to File ⇒ New Project and fill all required details to create a new project. Step 2 − Add the following code to res/layout/activity_main. xml.