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Reproducible Builds

The practice of rebuilding apps from source to ensure transparency and security.

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Jan 31, 2026
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What is F‑Droid’s build and signing process and how does it affect software trust?

builds APKs in isolated, disposable build VMs and signs repository metadata and packages with PGP/ keys (or per‑app signing keys) managed on separate signing machines; and public build logs are core c...

Jan 11, 2026
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How does F‑Droid’s signing and update model compare technically to Google Play’s app signing?

F‑Droid’s model centers on building packages from source, signing them with either F‑Droid’s key or the developer’s key when reproducible builds allow it, and delivering updates via its client or priv...

Feb 6, 2026

How can users verify update frequency and integrity of F‑Droid browser builds?

Users can verify how often publishes new browser builds by checking F‑Droid’s publish/index frequency and repository status endpoints, and they can verify build integrity by using F‑Droid’s , tooling ...

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