F-Droid is an alternative app store for Android, focused on open-source. It allows you to install apps directly without Google Play, with updates and without ads.
Step 1: Allow installation from unknown sources
- Settings → Apps → Special access → Install unknown apps
- Select your browser or file manager and enable the permission
Step 2: Downloading the F-Droid APK
- Go to the official F-Droid website
- Download the latest version of the APK
Step 3: Installing the app
- Open the downloaded APK through your file manager
- Confirm the installation
Step 4: Configuration and updates
- Launch F-Droid
- Allow app updates through repositories
- Set up update notifications
Step 5: Installing apps
- Use search or categories to find apps
- Click Install to install the desired app
Conclusion
F-Droid is a safe and convenient way to install open-source apps on Android. It is completely independent of Google Play and provides control over updates and app permissions.