A guide on how to sideload apps wouldn’t really be useful unless you know what sideloading is. As said before, most people using Android use the Google Play Store to download their apps.

You don’t need Google Play Store to install apps on your Android device. Here are some different ways to download apps on your phone or tablet.

If Wi-Fi is unavailable, ensure that your phone is allowed to download apps when you're not connected to a network and that you actually have excellent mobile data connectivity.

The highly customizable Android OS allows you to change many of your default apps, including your browser, digital assistant, and texting app. Here’s how to do it.

This practical how-to article will explain how you can update the apps on your Android phone, and keep them updated automatically.