The Indus Appstore offers comprehensive features, including app management and updates, along with displaying download and install sizes to aid informed decision-making.
On Wednesday, PhonePe unveiled the much-anticipated Indus Appstore for Android smartphones. This platform hosts apps and games in 12 different Indian languages, positioning itself as a competitor to the Play Store. Currently boasting over two lakh apps and games from global developers, the Indus Appstore aims to exceed five lakh apps by the end of 2024.
Not only does the Indus Appstore serve the world's second-largest smartphone market, but it also positions itself as an attractive option for developers. Offering zero listing fees at present and the option to integrate third-party payment gateways for in-app purchases, it presents a promising platform.
The Indus Appstore is now live and accessible free of charge. Below is a detailed guide on installing it on your Android smartphone:
Downloading and Installation Process:
- Begin by downloading the Indus Appstore from the official website, indusappstore.com.
- If downloading the APK from Google Chrome, ensure the "install unknown apps" option is enabled by selecting "allow from this source."
- Once downloaded, proceed to install the Indus Appstore on your device. The icon will appear on your home screen or app tray.
Account Creation:
- To utilize the Indus Appstore, create an account using an active phone number; no email ID is currently required.
Browsing and Downloading Apps:
- Upon entering the app store, search or browse for desired apps.
- Click on the download icon to initiate the installation process.
- Initially, you may need to enable the "install unknown apps" option for the Indus Appstore. Once enabled, installation becomes seamless.
App Management and Updates:
- Utilize the Indus Appstore to uninstall or update apps already installed on your device.
- The app displays download and storage sizes for informed decisions. For instance, Spotify has a download size of 33 MB and an install size of 100 MB.
- Access downloaded but not installed apps from the Manage menu.
Additional Information:
- Once an app is downloaded from the Indus Appstore, access to the APK without installation is not possible.
- Upon uninstallation, the app is removed from your smartphone.
By following these steps, you can seamlessly navigate and utilize the features of the Indus Appstore on your Android device.
