Google has introduced a new process called ‘advanced flow’ that will be mandatory for installing specific Android apps once the company implements mandatory developer verification later this year. This move aims to enhance security measures for users engaging in sideloading activities.
The key steps in the advanced flow include enabling developer mode in system settings, confirming the user’s independent decision without external influence, requiring a phone restart and reauthentication, implementing a protective waiting period with biometric authentication or device PIN verification, and finally allowing the installation of apps from unverified developers with a warning message for caution.
By introducing these additional security checks and a waiting period, Google seeks to empower users to make informed decisions while installing apps from unverified sources, safeguarding them against potential scams and unauthorized access attempts.
Source: The Verge