Obtainium

Obtainium lets you install and update apps directly from their source, bypassing app stores entirely. Instead of waiting for updates to roll out through Google Play, you can pull the latest versions straight from GitHub, GitLab, F-Droid, and dozens of other official release pages the moment they're published.

The app supports an extensive list of sources out of the box. Beyond the major platforms like GitHub and GitLab, you can pull apps from F-Droid, IzzyOnDroid, SourceHut, Huawei AppGallery, Tencent App Store, APKMirror, Jenkins, and direct Telegram channels. If your source isn't listed, you can manually enter any URL and track updates from there. This flexibility makes it simple to manage apps that are scattered across different platforms or hosted privately.

Setting up apps to track is straightforward thanks to pre-built configurations. Search for Obtainium Apps online and you'll find a repository with hundreds of ready-made configurations organized by category—emulators, manga readers, development tools, and more. Add them with a single click, and the app will monitor those sources for updates automatically. You'll receive notifications whenever a new version is available, so you're never stuck on an outdated release.

Customization options give you control over how the app behaves. Choose your update check frequency, organize apps into personal categories for better management, and if you use Shizuku, enable it to handle installations directly. These settings ensure the app works the way you need it to.

This approach is especially valuable for developers, open-source enthusiasts, and anyone using apps not available on mainstream stores. Rather than manually visiting each project's release page or waiting weeks for store approval delays, you get updates at the source. The setup process takes some initial effort to configure your apps, but once complete, everything updates automatically.

Obtainium is free and open source, requiring Android 8.0 or higher. Download Obtainium today to take control of your app updates and never be dependent on app store gatekeeping again.