Fennec F-Droid

org.mozilla.fennec_fdroid

Will Fennec F-Droid still install after September 30, 2026?

Enforcement starts in

Developer verification status for Fennec F-Droid

Verified developer — installs normallyLast checked: 2026-09-26
Usually installed from
F-Droid
Category
Browsers
Enforcement date
30 Sep 2026

What this means for Fennec F-Droid

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

How to keep using Fennec F-Droid

  1. Already installed? Fennec F-Droid 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)? The store itself must also be allowed — check it too.

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

FAQ

Will Fennec F-Droid stop working on September 30, 2026?

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

Is Fennec F-Droid 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 Fennec F-Droid 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 browsers

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