Apk Downloader

Apk Downloader is a lightweight download manager that is focused on supporting just a single use case scenario – an ability to directly download official Google Play Store Android applications from the web servers straight to your local PC storage.

Doing so, users can create a local library of backed up Android apps, with files that are taken straight from the Google servers, and therefore, are 100% virus-free and ready for safe manual installation on your Android devices.

Installation packages of Android apps (created in the APK file format) can be found on the various third-party hosted online databases, but nothing guarantees that those files were tampered with or in worst case situations, became infected with malicious software that can not only introduce instability of your apps or OS but also actively monitor your Android device usage, steal personal and financial data, install malware and more.

By downloading the APK files straight from the official Google source, you can be sure that you have downloaded the original app that was checked by Google developers for any abnormality.

Additionally, you can scan the downloaded APK files using any of your preferred virus scanner apps, providing additional assurance that your mobile device will receive untouched and safe apps.

Highlights and Features

• Simple Android application downloader.
• Reliable and fast operation.
• Contacts only the official Google Play Store servers.
• A simple and intuitive user interface.
• Create a local backup of an unlimited number of Android APK files.
• Prepare official APK files for additional security scans.
• Lightweight operation on any modern desktop or laptop PC.
• Support for all modern versions of Windows (XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and Windows 11 both 32-bit and 64-bit).
• 100% FREE!

Installation and Use

Apk Downloader comes in a small installation package that can be installed in seconds on computers running any modern version of Windows (XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11 both 32-bit and 64-bit).

After firing the app for the first time, you will be welcomed with a truly minimalistic user interface that is packaged into a very small desktop window. The app features just a single text box area where you can type the app package name or Google Play URL and a single “Generate Download Link Button”.

If the app correctly recognizes your input data, it will showcase the most important information about the desired app – its package name, size, current version, and the main icon of the app. Then you can simply click on the “Download now” button and observe the transfer status in real-time.
 
The app features no other tools and no way to customize anything. It is focused on this simple procedure and nothing else, making it perfect not only for novices who want the easiest possible download procedure but also seasoned technicians who want to create a comprehensive offline library of software that they regularly use.

PROS

• Direct download from Google Play Store.
• Ensures original, untampered apps.
• Easy, minimalistic interface.
• Lightweight, fast operation.
• Supports security scans.

CONS:

• No longer updated on the official website.
• Limited customization options.
• Only supports Windows OS.
• This application has been discontinued.