If you must install an app from a third-party source, try running the APK file through a virus scan before installing it to make sure it's (hopefully) safe.

Android, unlike some phone operating systems, allows users to install software from outside the default app store (even if you don't live in Europe). And that's good, because there's all kinds of ...

Sometimes, not every Android app will be available on the Google Play Store in your region, which means you'll need to install the APK file instead.

Learn how to sideload Android apps using WSA on Windows 11. Install APK files using Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 11 with ADB.

Sideloading APK files on your Android 12 Opening Note: We recommend that you exercise caution when installing APK files. ONLY download and install files from a trusted source like APKMirror.

Unfortunately, one of Android's most trusted file browsers has removed the ability to install APK files after receiving takedown warnings from Google.