Will NetGuard still install after September 30, 2026?

Enforcement starts in

Developer verification status for NetGuard

Verified developer — installs normallyLast checked: 2026-09-26

Usually installed from: GitHub / F-Droid
Category: Privacy & security
Enforcement date: 30 Sep 2026

What this means for NetGuard

The developer of NetGuard has registered this package name with Google. On certified Android phones, NetGuard keeps installing and updating normally — including from GitHub / F-Droid.

How to keep using NetGuard

Already installed? NetGuard keeps running. The block applies to new installs and updates.
Start the advanced flow now (it takes 24 hours): see the step-by-step guide.
Installing from a store app (GitHub / F-Droid)? The store itself must also be allowed — check it too.
Developer of NetGuard? Registration costs $25 (free for hobby apps limited to 20 devices).

FAQ

Will NetGuard stop working on September 30, 2026?

No. Already-installed apps keep running. What changes is installing and updating: if NetGuard is from an unregistered developer, certified phones in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand will block normal installs and updates.

Is NetGuard affected outside Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand?

Not yet. Google plans a global rollout in 2027, so checking now helps you prepare.

How can I still install NetGuard if it is not verified?

Enable “Allow apps from unverified developers” in Developer options (24-hour wait), or install it from a computer with ADB.

Other privacy & security

Start the 24-hour clock today

The advanced flow takes a full day to unlock. Do it before you need it.

Step-by-step: install apps from unverified developers