Thank you for using Blackmart.

Blackmart has been permanently discontinued. The app, servers, and all download infrastructure have been shut down.

To everyone who downloaded, searched, and used Blackmart — you made it worth building. This was always a passion project, and your support meant everything.

Why we're shutting down

Google is introducing Android Developer Verification — a new policy that requires every app installed on Android devices to come from a verified, registered developer. This takes effect starting September 2026 and rolls out globally through 2027.

Every APK — including sideloaded ones — must be registered with a verified developer identity
Installing unverified apps will require a multi-step process: developer options unlock, device restart, and a 24-hour wait
Third-party stores like Blackmart, F-Droid, and others are directly impacted
No API exists for stores to check verification status of apps they distribute

This effectively makes third-party app distribution impractical for most users. Rather than deliver a degraded experience, we chose to shut down gracefully.

Where to go from here

F-Droid The original FOSS store IzzyOnDroid Curated F-Droid repo Aurora Store Play Store frontend Obtainium Direct from source

Built with care by a solo developer. Sometimes the best projects are the ones you know when to let go of.