APK File Verification Policy

Exact file required
Evidence over claims
Status disclosed
  • Record the original source and acquisition date.
  • Extract package, version and minimum-Android metadata.
  • Calculate the SHA-256 checksum.
  • Inspect the signing certificate and manifest permissions.
  • Scan the exact file and review any warnings.
  • Test installation, launch and claimed functions on named devices.
  • Exact file identity is recorded
  • Checksum matches the hosted binary
  • Certificate details are documented
  • Permissions have clear explanations
  • Device tests are reproducible
  • Known limitations are disclosed
  • Source cannot be established
  • Metadata conflicts with the claim
  • Checksum changes unexpectedly
  • Permissions are excessive or unexplained
  • Testing reveals unsafe or deceptive behaviour