Syncthing-Fork

com.github.catfriend1.syncthingandroid

Will Syncthing-Fork still install after September 30, 2026?

Enforcement starts in

Developer verification status for Syncthing-Fork

Verified developer — installs normallyLast checked: 2026-09-26
Usually installed from
F-Droid / GitHub
Category
Tools & system
Enforcement date
30 Sep 2026

What this means for Syncthing-Fork

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

How to keep using Syncthing-Fork

  1. Already installed? Syncthing-Fork keeps running. The block applies to new installs and updates.

  2. Start the advanced flow now (it takes 24 hours): see the step-by-step guide.

  3. Installing from a store app (F-Droid / GitHub)? The store itself must also be allowed — check it too.

  4. Developer of Syncthing-Fork? Registration costs $25 (free for hobby apps limited to 20 devices).

FAQ

Will Syncthing-Fork stop working on September 30, 2026?

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

Is Syncthing-Fork 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 Syncthing-Fork 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