Google’s new developer ID rule may tighten Android security — or end its open-source freedom. Here’s what’s at stake.

Confirming app verification status will be the job of a new system component called the Android Developer Verifier, which ...

Google says sideloading will remain on Android under new developer verification rules, but concerns persist for indie app ...

Android will block users from sideloading apps made by unverified developers next year, but we may have found a workaround.

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If you’re the type of Android user who values privacy and open-source software, you’re probably familiar with F-Droid. It’s ...

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, ...

Google is developing another Linux terminal app. The app runs a full Debian environment. Developers will be able to build Android apps on device. For some time, Android has had access to a terminal ...

A global rollout of the policy is planned from 2027 onward. Developers must provide personal details and may need to submit a government ID. Change mainly impacts those distributing apps outside ...

Google's upcoming requirements to verify app developers threaten to 'end the F-Droid project and other free/open-source app ...

The announcement of Android's 10 billionth app download should be great news for developers. After all, more downloads means more money, right? Actually, it might not. High download rates are actually ...