This guide is for Cashtap users who need to sideload the APK until the app is available on Google Play. Follow these steps carefully and only use the official Cashtap download link you received from our website or support channels.
Important safety first
* Only download the APK from official Cashtap channels. Do not use links from strangers or social media DMs.
* Installing apps from outside Google Play carries risk. If you’re unsure, ask support before proceeding.
Step-by-step install instructions
1. Download the APK
* On your Android device, open the official Cashtap download link from our website or the link we sent you.
* Download the cashtap-latest.apk file. Wait until download completes.
2. Allow installs from this source
* On Android 8.0+ you’ll see a message: “For your security, your phone is not allowed to install unknown apps from this source.”
* Tap Settings on that message or go to: Settings > Apps & notifications > Special app access > Install unknown apps.
* Find the app you used to download (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, or your File Manager) and toggle Allow from this source ON.
* (On older Android versions the setting is Settings > Security > Unknown sources — toggle it on.)
3. Install the APK
* Open your Downloads or File Manager, tap the cashtap-latest.apk file, then tap Install.
* Grant any app permissions the installer requests (we will list required permissions on the download page). Typical permissions: camera (QR scans), storage (optional), network. Only grant what makes sense for the app.
4. Open the app
* When installation finishes, tap Open.
* On first run follow the in-app instructions: either restore your wallet with your seed (if you previously had one) or create a new wallet and write down the seed phrase and keep it secure.