Evidence67%Corroborated
FactExpectedProduct·March 19, 2026
Google Announces Mandatory 24-Hour Waiting Period for Android App Sideloading
Google revealed a new 'advanced flow' for sideloading apps from unverified developers on Android, requiring enabling developer mode, a coaching check, device restart, and a mandatory one-day waiting period before installation, taking effect in August ahead of mandatory developer verification starting in September.
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Evidence67%Corroborated
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Reported by 2 independent publishers
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March 19, 2026
Last updated
March 19, 2026
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Here’s how power users can instantly bypass Android’s 24-hour sideloading delayAndroidauthority·Mar 19
Evidence Strength
Evidence67%Corroborated
Based on original reporting
Reported by 2 independent publishers
Insights
First tracked
March 19, 2026
Last updated
March 19, 2026
Sources
2 sources
Related Developments
Pixel 10a Shipped with Redesigned Flat-Back Form FactorGoogle App Rolls Out Persistent AI Mode History Access on AndroidSamsung Begins Internal Testing of Android 17-Based One UI 9 on Galaxy S26Google Clock App Ships Version 8.6 with Updated Weather Icons and Alarm UX ImprovementsChrome 146 Ships Bookmarks Bar for Android Tablets and Foldables