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If you are an Android user, the Google Play Store is the most secure and convenient way to get apps. However, Google has security holes, too, as proven with all the deleted malware and spyware apps in 2020 that copied other apps, changed their names, and injected malware. However, there are several ways to obtain what you need if you despise the Play Store or it doesn’t have the app you desire.

This article will explain how to download your Android apps from sources other than Google Play.

The Android operating system doesn’t allow you to download any apps outside of Play Store by default. After all, why would Google want that option? Since all other methods are not as reliable, you should venture beyond the Play Store with care.

Before you start sideloading apps, you have to modify the system settings on your Android device. There are a few different methods, depending on your Android version. We’ll review the methods for various versions below.

The above steps allow your browser to get apps from sources other than Google Play. Android 8 controls the installation permissions through individual apps rather than all of them at once, so you need to allow the browser to perform installations.

With older Android versions (7.0 Nougat or lower), the system doesn’t split the sources. Instead, you have to trigger an option for downloading files from all available sources.

Using the above steps, you will have access to any APKs you want to install, as long as they are compatible with your device. This option can put your device at risk since it allows all unknown sources to store files rather than on an app-by-app basis. If your smartphone is not protected enough, it could get infected.

NOTE: You CAN disable unknown sources after the third-party installation is complete. However, updates for the app may require the option to be enabled again.

An Android Package Kit (APK) is an executable file that installs an Android app. The Play Store downloads and installs them automatically for you. When using the sideloading technique, you will have to find a suitable repository.

Most APK downloaders like Aptoide or APKPure will automatically install the app once you download it, just like the Play Store. Occasionally, the APK will save into your smartphone’s download folder, which you can activate yourself, assuming you were not prompted to install the app.

To access the default download folder on most Android versions, do the following:

NOTE: Android cleaning apps may delete APK files by default to save space. If you use one, be sure to exclude your download folder or APKs in general.

Samsung users have an alternative to the Google Play Store called the Galaxy Store. When you don’t want to use the Google Play Store, you can access the Galaxy Store and download your favorite apps without having to install an .APK.

To download the apps, simply locate the one that you want and tap the download icon. Then, you will find the application in your app drawer.

The Android operating system has a lot of functionality, especially when it comes to installing applications. We’ve included this section to review some of the more frequently asked questions.

One reason to use a third-party app store on Android is that certain apps do not comply with Google Play’s terms and requirements, but that does not mean that they are risky or dangerous. Another common reason is that the developer saves money using third-party app stores. After all, Google obtains a big chunk of commissions and other expenses, partially because of its dominance in the operating system. Regardless, there is still a risk whenever you install an app outside of Google Play. Downloading an app from places other than Google Play is referenced as sideloading.

Recently, interest in sideloading rose again with the global popularity of the game Fortnite. The game is available for Android, but you need to download it from the official website instead of the Play Store. Of course, this decision was by choice due to Google’s policies and costs.

APK files are generally safe if you download them from reliable sources. For example, APK mirror contains secure APK files, but they are older versions of Play Store apps.

On the other hand, Aptoide is an open-source downloader that isn’t screened or controlled. Therefore, malicious files can slip through there.

You can always scan the file with an antivirus app on your device before you open it. However, the reliability of an antivirus scan is never 100%, and each security app has different detection methods and threat databases.

Fortunately, it’s only possible to disable the Google Play Store and not actually delete it. If you do not see the Google Play Store in your app drawer, you need to head to your “Settings“ and enable it again.

1. To do this, tap on Apps, then tap on Disabled to quickly locate the Google Play Store.

• Open Google Play. On your phone, use the Play Store app .
• Find an app you want.
• To check that the app is reliable, find out what other people say about it.
• When you pick an app, tap Install (for no-charge apps) or the app's price.

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Follow these step-by-step instructions to download an Android app

Step 1: Open the Play Store app which is located in your list of icons on your phone. You will need to sign into your Google account to access this if you have one. If not, register and get a Google account.

Step 2: The Google Play store will open with a list of topics including Apps, Movies & TV, Books, Games, Music and Magazines.

Step 3: Choose Apps.

Step 4: Within the Apps section, you can choose whether you want only free apps or paid apps or do a search for a particular type of app eg healthy eating.

Step 5: Once you have chosen your app, tap the screen to choose it. If it is a free app, the information about the app will be shown with an ‘Install’ button. Tap on the Install button and follow the instructions. It may ask you permissions to continue, tap Accept.

Step 6: If the app is a paid for app, tap on the price showing against the app. If you have never made a purchase before, you may be asked to sign in to your Google Wallet account if you have one. If not, you will need to set one up. Choose your payment method which will be shown next to the price of the app.

Step 7: Tap on the Buy icon and download the app to your device.