How to use App store protect

Guide for Google Play Protect: Know more about Google's new Protect system

JNNAPP · com.protect.guide

Not rated yet 100K+ downloads v4.1.0 7.9 MB Android 5.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v4.1.0 (42)
Updated: Feb 4, 2026 (8 months ago)
APK size: 7.9 MB
Requires: Android 5.0+ (API 21)
CPU support: Any (no native code)
Category: Books & Reference (app)
Listed since: Jun 12, 2023 (at least)
Permissions: 10
Website: redditandroid.wordpress.com
Developer contact: [email protected]

About this APK

How to use App store protect is an app by JNNAPP in the Books & Reference category, listed since at least June 2023. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

Since version 4.0.8, the APK grew from 6.2 MB to 7.9 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 4.4 to 5.0. It asks for 10 permissions, none of them sensitive. It asks for the same permissions as version 4.0.9. The app can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Guide for Google Play Protect This is the Application have Information about the Google's new Play store protect system. We can keep safe our phone from the Malware apps and sites. Discover the full potential of Google Play Protect with our in-depth guide app. Our app provides a complete walkthrough of how to activate, use, and troubleshoot Google Play Protect for the best mobile security experience. From step-by-step instructions to advanced tips and tricks, our app covers everything you need to know about Google Play Protect. Ensure the safety of your Android device from online threats and malware with the help of our comprehensive guide. With our app, you'll learn how to: Activate Google Play Protect on your device Regularly scan your device for security threats Troubleshoot common security issues with Google Play Protect Get the most out of Google Play Protect's advanced features Keep your device protected against the latest online threats Don't leave the safety of your Android device to chance. Download our "Guide for Google Play Protect" app today and start securing your device like a pro!

Version history

3 versions are listed, going back to v4.0.8. Since v4.0.9 it requires Android 5.0+.

v4.1.0 LATEST Feb 4, 2026 7.9 MB TRUSTED v4.0.9 Dec 21, 2024 7.9 MB TRUSTED v4.0.8 Feb 5, 2026 6.2 MB TRUSTED

All 3 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Feb 4, 2026.
Certificate issued to “testing” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Feb 4, 2026
Validated against Google Play Feb 4, 2026
Signed byCN=testing, OU=testing, O=testing, L=Bangalore, ST=Karnataka, C=IN
Signing certificate (SHA-1)75:58:58:9F:56:18:3B:56:3B:A7:20:95:21:49:9C:A6:9F:C8:3E:01
File MD5da4b96a19128319bc2ca844e825aa7a1
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

Scans and ratings come from the source store; the certificate comparisons are AAPKs's own, made from the files' published signatures (2 other versions compared). AAPKs doesn't scan files itself — compare the MD5 and signer after downloading.

Permissions (10)

How to use App store protect requests 10 permissions, none of them sensitive.

Access adservices ad id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
Access adservices attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
Access adservices topics android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS
Advertising ID com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.protect.guide.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Portrait screen android.hardware.screen.portrait

How to use App store protect APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of How to use App store protect for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 5.0 or later. Version 4.0.8 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 4.4 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 4.0.8 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the How to use App store protect APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is da4b96a19128319bc2ca844e825aa7a1.