APKMirror

Spec sheet

Purpose

APKMirror provides earlier access to popular app updates, geo-restricted app sideloading, and an archive for rolling back or researching app versions.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Founded

2014Read 19 Oct 2026 · apkmirror.com

Bundle installation

APKMirror supports split APK bundles; users need APKMirror Installer to install .apkm bundles.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Curation

APKMirror is selective about app submissions and does not guarantee that uploaded apps will be published.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Device compatibility

APK availability and installability depend on device specifications such as screen density, CPU architecture, and Android version.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Installer format support

APKMirror Installer is a helper app for installing .apkm, .xapk, .apks, and regular APK files.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Installer limitation

The Installer is a file manager utility, not an app store for browsing or updating apps.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Maker and origin

APKMirror says Artem Russakovskii founded it in 2014 as a sister property of Android Police; it remains independent and is run by him and Illogical Robot LLC.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

No piracy policy

The site says it does not host pirated or paid apps, subject to rare exceptions for publicly released developer test builds.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Premium features

Premium removes website ads, reduces the number of download clicks, and adds a dark theme.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Premium payments

Premium payments are handled through Memberful, with supported wallet and card payment methods; APKMirror says it does not see full payment details.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Signature checking

For previously listed apps, APKMirror checks that new versions' cryptographic signatures match the originals.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Unverifiable APKs

APKMirror says it will not publish a new APK when it cannot verify its legitimacy.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Upload review

All uploaded APKs are verified before publication, and the homepage says every APK is manually reviewed by the team.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Version archive limits

Some developers request that only a limited number of recent releases remain available, so older releases may lack download buttons or redirect.Read 13 Nov 2026 · apkmirror.com

Plans and prices

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Where Specifiction places it

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