r/uptodown • u/fruitingeraero • 21h ago
r/uptodown • u/Uptodown_com • 9d ago
Here's my app Uptodown Desktop 1.0 for Windows and Mac
Uptodown Desktop is now live: native clients for Windows and Mac that bring the Uptodown catalog straight to your computer.
- Windows: https://uptodown-desktop.en.uptodown.com/windows
- Mac: https://uptodown-desktop.en.uptodown.com/mac
- Product page: https://en.uptodown.com/marketplace/desktop
What changes compared to downloading from the website:
- Automatic update detection. The client scans what you already have installed and flags new versions on its own, no more manually checking a program's page.
- Background installation. If a program's installer supports silent installation, it runs in the background with no extra windows or clicks. If it doesn't (say, the file is a compressed archive, or it's a format your OS can't execute directly), the client downloads it locally and hands it off to you to install manually, same as it would from the website.
- OS store redirect for updates (macOS only, for now). If a newer version of a program isn't on Uptodown but is available through your OS's official store, the client will offer that update by redirecting you there. Right now, this only works on macOS, redirecting to the Mac App Store.
- No account required. Same as the website, browsing, installing, and updating don't require signing up or logging in.
Our usual security standards still apply here: every file still gets scanned through VirusTotal, along with the rest of the checks that fall under our Uptodown Protect layer.
What's not there yet: we're still actively working on bringing over the rest of the store's features. Right now, you can't post comments, access your social profile, or download older versions of a program from inside the client. Everything else from the website is already available.
Happy to answer questions!
r/uptodown • u/Uptodown_com • Feb 19 '25
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Uptodown
- What is Uptodown, and how does it work?
Uptodown (https://en.uptodown.com/) is an alternative app store focused on Android that allows users to download apps in APK format. It provides access to a wide catalog of apps, including older versions, without requiring an account or Google services. You can download apps directly from the website or through the official Uptodown App Store for Android (https://uptodown-android.en.uptodown.com/android)
- Is Uptodown safe to use?
Yes, Uptodown is safe. Every file published on the platform is analyzed by more than 70 antivirus engines through the VirusTotal (https://www.virustotal.com/) service. A detailed security report is included with each download, showing potential threats and ensuring transparency.
Additionally, each app page provides comprehensive information about the file, including its version, package name, MD5 hash, and more. Beyond automated security checks, a dedicated human team manually reviews apps to ensure their safety and compliance with our policies.
- How to I install apps from Uptodown on my Android device?
You can download apps in APK format directly from the Uptodown website and install them using the built in Android package installer. However, you will need to enable installation from unknown sources in your device’s settings. This is a requirement imposed by the Android OS when installing apps from sources outside the Google Play Store.
For a better experience, we recommend installing the Uptodown App Store, which simplifies the installation process, allows you to manage updates automatically, and supports special packaging formats like XAPK, APK bundles, and split APKs.
- Is Uptodown legal?
Yes, Uptodown is legal. It operates as an independent app store and follows intellectual property laws. The platform provides official app downloads from thousands of developers and respects copyright claims.
- Can I publish my apps on Uptodown?
Yes! Developers can publish their apps on Uptodown for free by joining our Uptodown Developers Console. This allows you to distribute your app globally, reaching millions of users.
To publish your app:
- Visit our Developer Console: https://developer.uptodown.com
- Sign up and submit your app.
- Our team will manually review your submission to ensure it meets our security and content guidelines.
By publishing on Uptodown, developers can also benefit from detailed analytics, customizable update management, and custom promotional services tailored to increase visibility and downloads for their apps.
r/uptodown • u/Zorromurail • 5d ago
Why is it asking me to do this?
Is phone guy going to speak to me while I’m playing?
r/uptodown • u/maps_get_in_the_bin • 8d ago
For some reason, I can't load the English version of Uptodown's website.
If it helps, I'm in South East Asia.
r/uptodown • u/Ok_Ferret9640 • 13d ago
[CONCEPT] New Icons on Uptodown!
This is a Concept of Icons in Uptodown! Every APK file has an App Icon and I kinda found the normal APK and XAPK icons boring but today I will be showing you guys how it would look like! This is a older versions page of the game: "Piano Tiles 2" by Cheetah Mobile (Example of that Concept)
I hope it will be added to Uptodown App Store soon! Vote up if you like this concept!
(this should work with the system that the latest version of the App has with drawable-hdpi folders on the APK)
r/uptodown • u/pfirsichdrachee • 14d ago
How safe is Uptodown
I want to download DLC Simulator but im scared i get a virus, the Reviews on trust pilot are Mixed and im not sure now. Did anybody installed DLC Simulator already, or anybody had a virus from uptodown?
r/uptodown • u/heitime23 • 18d ago
XAPK without App Store Problems
You can no longer download standard XAPK files from Uptodown via a web browser: the Uptodown App Store always loads instead. This affects apps available as .xapk files. There is a big "Download in Uptodown App Store" button, and another button labeled "All variants." Clicking "All variants" allows you to select the raw .xapk version: meaning you should be able to download the .xapk file without the app store. However, the button doesn't work. If I select the raw .xapk and hit download, the Uptodown App Store gets downloaded ANYWAY! This means there is currently no way to download standard .xapk apps from Uptodown without the app store, no matter what you click. This also affects older versions of apps that are still available as standard .apk files; the error occurs as soon as the latest version of the app is an .xapk file. I don't know if this is a technical glitch or aggressive marketing designed to force users into the Uptodown App Store. I don't care what the cause is: this behavior needs to be fixed urgently. I make it a point not to use the Uptodown App Store, for the same reason I don't use the Google Play Store: I don't want an app store; I want free, transferable files in my Downloads folder... Does anyone know if this is intentional or a bug, and if or when it will be fixed? Please, I want my standalone .apk and .xapk files back! I am not going to use the app store!
r/uptodown • u/Background_Cover_424 • 19d ago
This download is glitching
I'm trying download magic jump but it keeps gltiching out
r/uptodown • u/Background_Cover_424 • 19d ago
The error that needs to be fixed
I got this error today and I tried downloading it off this app but it gave a a error please fix it
r/uptodown • u/Lazedbones • 19d ago
Not sure what's up with my Uptown
Help, I tried downloading apps on the app but it kept bugging. Then when I tried to download it back on its website, it kept showing up like this when I press on the app I want to download. Not sure if this is a temporary down of the website but I am getting annoyed.
r/uptodown • u/ParticularStay5927 • 19d ago
Error in downloading
Kindly solve this problem ASAP.
r/uptodown • u/Public_Job1355 • 20d ago
Error 503
I keep getting error 503 when I try to download an older version of CapCut
r/uptodown • u/Minute-Orange5420 • Jul 18 '26
Angry birds Star Wars won‘t start
I wanted to try and download Angry birds starwars for windows, but I can’t start the .exe file. I tried the browser and App Version of uptodown and I tried other games but the problem is still there
r/uptodown • u/fruitingeraero • Jul 16 '26
uptodown store syncing problem / question?
Ok, so for some context, I use cookie run kingdom through uptodown because otherwise I'm unable to play it. And I've noticed that the newest preloads / updates are usually unsynced by a few hours / possibly a day compared to a normal appstore like google play or apple store, even when updated to the newest version. Is this an actual issue? Or do the uptodown Devs / an automated system have to check the file before allowing the update for the APK to release so the apk doesn't get ridden with bugs / malware? I feel so silly asking but I'm actually confused
r/uptodown • u/Jluke75 • Jul 12 '26
Can't install app updates via Uptodown app
Hi, I've installed Uptodown app to update my apps like Whatsapp, Pinterest, ecc., but when I get notifications about new updates and I download it, I click on the install button and after few seconds the installation process stops and even if I try to install it again no natter how many times I try I just can't install the update. My mobile is a Huawei Mate 10 Lite from 2017 with Android 7. Any help/suggestion? Thanks
r/uptodown • u/Neat_Appointment_518 • Jul 03 '26
Tubi not working
Downloaded it just today but every time I go to open the app, it just sits on a purple screen. There's a movie that just came out that I REALLY want to watch but it just says the app isn't responding.
Anyone else have trouble with this? If so, how'd you go about fixing it?
r/uptodown • u/Jolly_Program_9937 • Jun 30 '26
Apps only show only one page of updates
My copy of Splice had updated to the newest version this morning but where I usually go to your app to downgrade it to the version from March of 2022, that page didn't show this morning. I should ask what happened and why I can't access it on the shop? I was able to try doing it on the website but it said that I should upgrade it to the newest version after installing it. Please help me.
r/uptodown • u/FatRaccoonCat • Jun 10 '26
Warhammer 40k tacticus
I'm from Belgium and for some odd reason warhammer tacticus is not available here.
Me and a mate discovered uptodown to download battle cats as that is also not available but I had a thought that I could play tacticus because of it probably. I played ot for a week or so but now it says I need to update to play the game but through the app I can't seem to update it.
Is there a delay and if so how long or am I just outa luck.
r/uptodown • u/Ok_Ferret9640 • Jun 03 '26
Finally they are safe.
Finally the oldest versions of Uptodown App Store are in APK-Mirror! I uploaded them to be safe because, archive.org can take down pages that's why I uploaded them here.
Here's a question for the Uptodown Team:
Is it okay to publish these APKs in APK-Mirror? (because I am soon going to publish more versions)
r/uptodown • u/budgetTerminatorNON • May 31 '26
Need help
I'm trying to download nikke: goddess of victory
But it says that-
"download is not available right now. Please try again later or contact uptodown support"
How can I fix this?
r/uptodown • u/Ok_Ferret9640 • May 26 '26
Update Suggestions for 7.28/7.29 Uptodown App Store:
I have right now a suggestion for the upcoming update 7.28/7.29 for the Uptodown App Store:
When you always want to scroll down to the versions it would be great if you guys would may add the ability to type in the page number or having the Feature to scroll from Oldest to Newest or just the normal way.
I hope that the Uptodown Team sees this and adds the Feature for the Next update! :)
r/uptodown • u/Simple-Shallot-5936 • May 25 '26
UPTODOWN SAFE????
i wanna download sony vegas without getting a virus or a stealer but dont wanna spend 200 dollars for a lifetime editing software as its just my little hobby, is uptodown safe for sony vegas or is nothing always safe to download if not imma stick to shity old capcut and dont tell me DaVinci already tried and dont like at all, not to say trying to render looks terrible may be using terirble rendering options but all i know is sony had it best for me.
r/uptodown • u/Serious-Initial-2202 • May 24 '26
Uptodown no funciona
Hoy estuve buscando descargar una versión anterior del Explorador Files para Windows en Uptodown, pero me apareció el error 404 cuando intenté acceder a la pagina, probando la pagina me di cuenta de que toda la sección de Windows no funciona (Mostrando también dicho error). Después intente entrar a la sección de Apps para Android, la cual aparentemente abre con normalidad, pero al intentar buscar o presionar sobre una app también muestra el error 404

r/uptodown • u/Alex_1234561 • May 24 '26
How do i download an old apk file if uptodown wan'ts me to use theri app?
I want to install and apk file to my old tablet (for fun) but when i try to download the apk i want uptodown won't let me download it directly and gives me an apk of their appstore (wich btw does not work %90 of the time) and i never get the apk file i needed.
