Google confirms 'high-friction' sideloading flow is coming to Android

3 months ago

Google confirms a 'high-friction' sideloading flow is coming to Android.
The new process is framed as an 'Accountability Layer' to ensure user awareness of risks, not to block installs.
Advanced users can still choose 'Install without verifying,' but with extra steps to highlight risks.
Recent Google Play updates show new warnings about developer verification and potential risks.
Concerns remain about whether the added friction will stay educational or make sideloading harder.
Google has not introduced requirements like using a PC or external tools for sideloading yet.

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