(Last Updated On: February 21, 2025)

Key Highlights

Amazon has announced that it will discontinue its Appstore for Android smartphones on August 20, 2025. The app store, which was launched in 2011, will no longer be available for download on Android devices. However, it will continue to work on Amazon’s own Fire tablets, Fire TV, and other Fire OS-powered devices. Alongside this, Amazon is also shutting down its digital currency programme, Amazon Coins.

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If you are an Amazon Appstore user on an Android device, here are the steps you should follow before August 20, 2025:

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Step 4: Backup Important App Data

• Save any important data or settings before the store becomes unavailable.

Users should take necessary steps to ensure they don’t lose access to their favorite apps and digital purchases before the deadline.

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