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In August 2025, Google made an announcement stating that, commencing in 2026, it will activate the app - sideloading verification feature in specific regions. Under this policy, developers are required to finish identity authentication and app - signing processes. Failing to do so, their apps will not be installable through sideloading. The primary objective of this policy is to combat malware and bolster user security.
Here's a detailed timeline of the policy implementation: Early testing of the verification system is set to kick off in October 2025. In March 2026, the verification process will be made available to all developers. Starting in September 2026, mandatory enforcement of this policy will take effect in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand. Finally, a global rollout of the policy is scheduled to take place in 2027 and subsequent years.
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