Google Is Reportedly Adding More Verification Layers in Play Store to Curb Sideloading Apps

New code in the Play Store reportedly highlights how Google might be guiding users about the risks of sideloading apps.

Google Plans Extra Safety Checks for Android App Sideloading

Google may soon add online developer verification for sideloaded Android apps, offering users extra protection without fully ...
Android

Google Claims Android App Sideloading Won't Die, But Change

Google is addressing doubts regarding the mandatory developer verification for Android apps installed via sideloading, confirming the feature is not going away. The new requirement—which involves a ...
TechRepublic

Google to Require Identity Verification for Android App Developers: Here’s the Rollout Timeline

Google to Require Identity Verification for Android App Developers: Here’s the Rollout Timeline Your email has been sent Google will soon require all Android app developers to verify their identities, ...
9to5google

Google will require developer verification to install Android apps, including sideloading

To combat malware and financial scams, Google announced today that only apps from developers that have undergone verification can be installed on certified Android devices starting in 2026. This ...
ExtremeTech

Google Introduces New Android Verification Rules, Will Still Let Some Users Side-Load Apps

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