Developer rules

Free Lane is free for developers and free for everyone who uses it. These rules keep it safe.

What we accept

• Free Android apps (paid apps are coming later).

• Apps you made, or have the right to publish.

• Apps that do what their listing says.

What we don't accept

• Malware, spyware, hidden tracking, or code that downloads and runs other code to get around review.

• Apps that copy someone else's app, name, logo or artwork, or pretend to be another company or person.

• Scams, fake reviews, misleading ads, or apps built to collect passwords or payment details.

• Content that's illegal, sexualizes minors, promotes violence or harassment, or targets a private person.

• Apps that send personal data off the phone without saying so in their listing and privacy policy.

How review works

A person installs and checks every app before it's listed, and again when a new version changes what it asks for. We check what it does, what it asks for (permissions) and where it sends data. If we decline, we'll tell you why when we can.

Updates

Keep your APK link pointing at your newest version (a GitHub "latest release" link works well). Every version must be signed with the same key: Android refuses updates signed by a different one. Each version's SHA-256 fingerprint is published, and Free Lane only installs files that match it.

Removal

You can ask us to take your app down at any time. We can remove an app that breaks these rules, or after a credible report of harm or a rights claim, and we'll tell you when we do.

Rights claims

If an app in Free Lane uses your work without permission, use the report form and choose "Copies my app, name or artwork". Include what's yours and how to reach you.

Submit your app