How to install Apps from External Sources on Android Phone (Best Method)
0Installing apps from external sources (outside the Google Play Store) on an Android phone requires enabling specific settings to allow apps from unknown sources or third-party app stores.
The process varies slightly depending on your Android version and phone manufacturer. Below are the steps for most Android devices as of 2025:
Steps to Install Apps from External Sources
Enable Installation from Unknown Sources:
Open Settings: Go to the Settings app on your Android phone.
Navigate to App Permissions:
On most devices (Android 12 and later): Go to Apps - Special App Access - Install Unknown Apps.
On older Android versions (pre-Android 12): Go to Security or Privacy - Install Unknown Apps or Unknown Sources.
On Samsung devices: Go to Settings - Apps - Menu (three dots) - Special Access- Install Unknown Apps.
Select the App: Choose the app you’ll use to install the external app (e.g., a browser like Chrome, Firefox, or a file manager).
Allow Permissions: Toggle on Allow from this source for the selected app. You may need to confirm this action.
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