Android Guide

Check the app and publisher name

A game name can appear on multiple sites. A trusted app listing identifies the publisher and the app’s package name. Compare those details when two listings have nearly identical names. Avoid files distributed through anonymous mirrors or messaging groups.

Understand listed APK size

A listed file size refers to the download for a particular build. The phone may need extra space to unpack the app or store updates, and the listed size alone cannot verify that two files are the same.

Review permissions and keep Play Protect on

Look for permissions that make sense for how an app works. Requests for SMS, accessibility, contact lists or other sensitive access deserve extra scrutiny. Keep Google Play Protect enabled and follow its warnings.