Google will require developer verification to install Android apps, including sideloading
F-Droid Forum [Unofficial]
February 23, 2026
Actually, it’s extremely relevant, because if IDMerit suffered a catastrophic ID leak, imagine the damages that would result because of Google’s ID Verification methods (Plus the Facial Scans too, both Developer & Age Verification) if a leak occurs there.
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