How do I download the Play Store app?

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The Google Play Store comes pre-installed on most Android devices, so you usually just need to find it in your app drawer (swipe up from the home screen) or by searching, but if it's missing, you might have disabled it, in which case you can re-enable it in Settings > Apps; for unsupported devices or if it's truly gone, you can download the Google Play Store APK file from trusted sites like APKMirror and manually install it, a process that may require enabling installation from unknown sources in your device's security settings. 

Method 1: Find or Re-enable the Existing App (Most Common)

  1. Check App Drawer: Swipe up from the bottom of your home screen to see all apps, then search for "Play Store". 
  2. Check Settings (if disabled): Go to your phone's Settings > Apps > Google Play Store. If it says "Disabled," tap Enable. 

Method 2

  1. Enable Unknown Sources: Go to your device's Settings > Security (or Apps & Notifications) and enable installation from "Unknown sources," accepting the warning. 
  2. Download the APK: Open a web browser (like Chrome) on your phone and search for "Google Play Store APK". Visit a trusted site like APKMirror and download the latest version. 
  3. Install: Open the downloaded file from your browser's downloads or notifications and follow the on-screen prompts to install it. 

Method 3: For Chromebooks

  1. Make sure your Chromebook supports the Play Store.
  2. Follow the specific instructions on Google Help to set it up, as it involves settings in ChromeOS. 

Find the Google Play Store app

You can get apps, games, and digital content for your device using the Google Play Store app. The Play Store app comes pre-installed on Android devices that support Google Play, and can be downloaded on some Chromebooks.

Open the Play Store app

  1. On your device, go to the Apps section.
  2. Tap the Google Play Store Google Play.
  3. The app will open, and you can search and browse for content to download. 

I can't find the Play Store App

If you can't find the app in your list of all apps:

If the Google Play Store app still isn't showing up, contact your carrier or manufacturer for help. 

Fix issues with the Play Store

If you have issues locating the Play Store app or opening, loading, or downloading content in it, it could be due to a number of reasons. To troubleshoot these issues, try the following topics:

Complete your Google Play setup

Set up your account to get started with Google Play.

Add a payment methodTo purchase apps and content that require payment, associate a payment method with your account.
Set up verification for purchasesProtect yourself from accidental or fraudulent charges.
How to download apps & digital contentLearn how to get apps, games, books, and more with Google Play.
Buy & use a Play gift cardBuy a gift for a friend or family member. Learn how to use a gift card or gift code you received.

Share your purchases

To maximize Google benefits for your household, learn how the family manager controls purchasing, content sharing, and membership for your family group.

Create a family on GoogleCreate a family group to easily manage purchases, share services like Google One, and connect up to 6 family members on Google.
Purchase approvals on Google PlayControl family expenses and content downloads with Google Play's purchase approval settings.
Set up a Google Play family payment methodSimplify family purchases and retain control over expenses and purchase approvals as the family manager.
Manage your family on GoogleAs the family manager, learn how to invite new members and control the addition, removal, and supervision of your Google family group.
Use Google Play Family LibraryLearn how you can share purchased apps, games, movies, TV shows, e-books, and audiobooks with family members with Google Play Family Library.

Use Google Play with multiple devices

Manage apps and content across all of your devices.

Find apps for your watch, tablet, TV, car, or other deviceSearch or browse for apps you can use with a specific device or device type.
Install apps on another device from your phone, tablet, or computerUse your favorite device to download an app or content on other Android devices.
Sync your apps across devicesAutomatically download apps across multiple devices.
Reinstall apps on a new or another deviceFind apps and content you previously purchased or downloaded and install them on another device.