How to Allow Apps from Unknown Sources on Android
Open your Android's Settings app., Scroll down and tap Security., Check the box next to Unknown Sources., Tap OK to confirm.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open your Android's Settings app.
The Settings icon looks like a gray gear or wrench icon on your Apps list. -
Step 2: Scroll down and tap Security.
This menu will let you customize your device's privacy, password, and administration settings.
On some devices, this option may be titled Lock Screen & Security. , Turning this option on will let you install apps on your device from sources other than the Play Store.
You will have to confirm your action in a pop-up box.
On some devices, you may need to slide a switch instead of checking a box.
In this case, slide the Unknown Sources switch to On position. , This will confirm your action and check the Unknown Sources box. -
Step 3: Check the box next to Unknown Sources.
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Step 4: Tap OK to confirm.
Detailed Guide
The Settings icon looks like a gray gear or wrench icon on your Apps list.
This menu will let you customize your device's privacy, password, and administration settings.
On some devices, this option may be titled Lock Screen & Security. , Turning this option on will let you install apps on your device from sources other than the Play Store.
You will have to confirm your action in a pop-up box.
On some devices, you may need to slide a switch instead of checking a box.
In this case, slide the Unknown Sources switch to On position. , This will confirm your action and check the Unknown Sources box.
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