# APK Installer by Uptodown

> Install and create backups for your apps regardless of their format

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.uptodown.installer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.uptodown.installer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.uptodown.installer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Uptodown Technologies SL
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 7,880,749
- **Rating:** 3.53 / 5 (9,866 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.2.58
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-19
- **First published:** 2020-04-08
- **Publisher country:** ES
- **Size:** 3.52 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.uptodown.installer)
- **Website:** [https://www.uptodown.com/android](https://www.uptodown.com/android)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://en.uptodown.com/aboutus/privacy](https://en.uptodown.com/aboutus/privacy)

## Description

**APK Installer by Uptodown** is a free and powerful tool designed to simplify the installation and backup of Android apps across all packaging formats. Unlike the default Android package installer, this app supports the advanced XAPK format, which includes APK splits and OBB data, ensuring seamless manual installation regardless of complexity.

Key features include automatic detection and backup of installed apps, easy installation of APK, XAPK, and split APK files, integrated file browsing on your device, and the ability to share apps over local networks. By packaging all necessary components into a single XAPK, APK Installer allows hassle-free app management without manual file handling or searching for multiple parts. Perfect for users who prefer direct control over their app installations or need to backup private copies.

With evolving Android app distribution methods, APK Installer by Uptodown offers a convenient solution to overcoming the challenges of newer packaging standards, making it essential for anyone handling apps outside of Google Play.

## Rankings

- #17,070 — Overall
- #10 — install

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.uptodown.installer.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews describe APK Installer by Uptodown as a simple, generally effective tool for installing APKs, including older ones, and as a useful companion to UpToDown. However, reliability is uneven: several users report that nothing downloads or installations fail on some attempts, and certain apps simply cannot be installed or found. Overall, the app is seen as helpful and easy to use, but its consistency and app compatibility are recurring concerns.

### Pros

- Easy-to-use APK installer that generally gets the job done.
- Broad compatibility, handling both new and older apps.
- Positive user sentiment and high praise from multiple reviewers.

### Cons

- Inconsistent installation results; some attempts download nothing or fail to install.
- Not all apps are installable or easily found (certain apps fail or can't be installed).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.uptodown.installer)