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How to install an application on an Android smartphone bypassing Google Play

Most Android smartphones come with the Google Play Store preinstalled out of the box. But unlike iOS, you can install applications without the help of the official store. Why might you need it? There may be several reasons for this. 

First, some games or applications may not be available in your country. This was the case with Pokemon GO at launch or Harry Potter: Wizards Unite . 

Why wait when you can download and install now? Secondly, the lack of access to the Google store. This problem used to be rare and applied to Chinese versions of smartphones. Google Play may simply not open or be installed. 

The problem will be especially relevant for future Huawei and Honor devices. Thirdly, just a general reluctance to log into Google Play. 

This applies more to tech bloggers. What if I only need to install two applications, and for this I have to go through several rounds of authorization? Not convenient. 

You have identified the problem and now you need to understand how to install the required application. There are several options: manual installation or a third-party app store. Let's talk about each in detail.

Manual installation
Third party service