Google won't allow people to (easily) sideload apps through APK files on certified Android devices starting in September 2026. It will still be possible,

If you’ve been in the Android sphere long enough, you’ve probably heard people talking about APK files and terms like sideloading. Indeed, an APK can be invaluable if you cannot find a specific app on the Google Play Store due to region or device ...

From next year, the Android OS will allow application installs only from verified developers notarized by Google. This new verification process proves developer identity, without monitoring app content; it's an ID check separate from an app security review.

Google is changing how apps are installed on Android. A new policy could reshape sideloading, developer fees, and app store competition.

One feature that makes Android so special is the freedom to sideload APK (Android Package Kit) files, letting you install compatible apps outside the Play Store. The good news is that sideloading Android apps isn't going away. However, Google is ...

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