Google will block sideloading of unverified Android apps starting next year

Google to restrict Android app sideloading to verified devs

: Sideloaders face ID checks, fees, and paperwork as Chocolate Factory tightens gates

Android sideloading faces new restrictions as Google blocks unverified developers

Google recently said that every app developer within the Android ecosystem will soon require full identification by the company. The tech giant presented the massive change as an additional layer of security against malware and scams, because apps coming from third-party sources are allegedly spreading 50 times more malware than...Read Entire Article

Google to Block Sideloading of Apps From Unverified Developers

Google compares the move to an ID check at the airport, and says it's aimed at tackling harmful apps. It launches next year, but you can request early access now.

Google will verify Android developers distributing apps outside the Play store

Google is increasing security measures around sideloading apps by removing anonymity for Android developers who distribute outside of the Play Store.

Google will soon stop you sideloading unverified apps – here’s what that means for you

Google plans to start blocking users from sideloading unverified apps, in an attempt to improve the security of Android.

Google will block sideloading of unverified Android apps

Google will implement a new safety feature that would require developers to verify their identity if they want Android users to be able to sideload their apps.