Will Kiwix still install after September 30, 2026?

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Developer verification status for Kiwix

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

Usually installed from: kiwix.org / F-Droid
Category: Tools & system
Enforcement date: 30 Sep 2026

What this means for Kiwix

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

How to keep using Kiwix

Already installed? Kiwix 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 (kiwix.org / F-Droid)? The store itself must also be allowed — check it too.
Developer of Kiwix? Registration costs $25 (free for hobby apps limited to 20 devices).

FAQ

Will Kiwix stop working on September 30, 2026?

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

Is Kiwix 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 Kiwix 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 tools & system

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