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FFUpdater

FFUpdater

F-Droid Open Source  |  App Store & Updater

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Editor's Overview

FFUpdater is a app store & updater application developed by F-Droid Open Source, packaged as a single Android APK of version 80.0 weighing in at 4.69 MB. The package targets Android 4.1+ and above. Below you'll find the publisher's own description, a quick spec sheet, and a short buyer-beware checklist so you know exactly what you're installing before tapping download.

Install Checklist

  1. Only download through the button on this page — never from third-party mirrors or shortened links, which are the most common way malware spreads.
  2. File size is a light 4.69 MB, so it installs quickly even on modest connections.
  3. This build is signed by "F-Droid Open Source" — always verify the developer name matches what's listed on the app's official store page before installing an update.
  4. After install, Android may prompt you to allow "Install from unknown sources" — approve only this one install, then revoke the permission in Settings > Apps > Special access.
  5. We link directly to the APK file or the publisher's repository; we do not modify the binary. Always run a virus scan after any sideloaded install.

About this app

Installs and updates the following browsers:

Browsers from Mozilla or based on Firefox:
- Fennec F-Droid
- Firefox Browser, Firefox for Android Beta, Firefox Nightly
- Firefox Focus, Firefox Focus Beta, Firefox Klar
- Iceraven
- Tor Browser, Tor Browser Alpha
- Thunderbird for Android, Thunderbird for Android Beta

Browsers which are better than Google Chrome:
- Brave Private Browser, Brave Browser (Beta), Brave Browser (Nightly)
- Cromite
- Chromium
- DuckDuckGo Browser
- Privacy Browser (F-Droid)
- Vivaldi
- Thorium

Other applications:
- FairEmail
- K-9 Mail / Thunderbird Mail
- Orbot

FFUpdater checks for updates in the background and downloads them as well. On Android 12+ or root devices, FFUpdater can also update the apps without user interaction.

Visit https://notabug.org/Tobiwan/ffupdater/src/master/README.md for more information.

Changelogs: https://notabug.org/Tobiwan/ffupdater/src/master/fastlane/metadata/android/en-US/changelogs

Details

Versionv80.0
Size4.69 MB
DeveloperF-Droid Open Source
CategoryApp Store & Updater
Packagede.marmaro.krt.ffupdater
Android4.1+
Last UpdatedOct 29, 2026
Downloads13

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FFUpdater free to download?
Yes. The APK file linked from this page is free. The developer may offer in-app purchases once installed, but obtaining the installer itself costs nothing.

What Android version does FFUpdater require?
Android 4.1+ or newer. Installing on older devices may cause crashes or refuse to install.

Is FFUpdater safe to install?
We link to the exact APK published by F-Droid Open Source. We do not modify the file. Still, as with any sideloaded app, scan it with a reputable antivirus before opening it, and only grant permissions the app genuinely needs.

How do I update FFUpdater?
Install the newer version on top of the old one — Android will keep your data. If the signature differs, uninstall first (you may lose local progress).

Why is the app not installing?
Common causes: not enough storage, an older Android version than 4.1+, or a conflicting build already installed. Free up space, check your OS version, and uninstall any previous copy before retrying.

How to Download & Install FFUpdater

  1. Tap the Download APK button above and save the file to your device.
  2. Open your device Settings → Security (or Apps → Special access → Install unknown apps) and allow your file manager or browser to install unknown apps for this one file only.
  3. Open the downloaded de.marmaro.krt.ffupdater.apk file from your Downloads folder.
  4. Tap Install and wait for Android to finish.
  5. Open «FFUpdater» by F-Droid Open Source and grant only the permissions it actually needs.
  6. Revoke the "unknown sources" permission once you are done installing.

Note: this page hosts or links to the installer only. The application name, icon and description are provided for identification. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.