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Google will require developer verification for Android apps outside the Play Store

Google is tightening security measures around Android app distribution, the company announced on Monday. Starting next year, Google will begin to verify the identities of developers distributing their ...
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How to earn an associate Android developer certification

Thinking about working as a developer specializing in Android OS? Consider pursuing Google's Associate Android Developer (AAD) certification. This entry-level credential can boost your resume by ...
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'Keep Android Open' movement fights back against Google sideloading restrictions

Starting next year, Google plans to require all apps installed on certified Android devices, including sideloading, to come from developers it has verified. Many ...
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Android App Sideloading Block May Have a Workaround Via This Tool

Google plans to restrict app sideloading on Android from unverified developers starting in 2026, raising concerns among users. While the company cites security, many fear Android is becoming a closed ...