Auto-update solutions other than Google Play

Question

I have a private application that will be installed in about 500 to 1000 phones. I'm concerned about how I'm going to update all of those. I don't want to list it on Google Play (since it's a private app). I've also read this question but it involves me firing up a server for this.

Is there any online alternative that I can send my updates to and they distribute it to my devices?

Answer 1

Try Hockeyapp: https://www.hockeyapp.net/features/

It's free for 2 apps.

Answer 2

Absolutely agree with Katharina's reply. I just want to explain in more detail about HockeyApp.

HockeyApp is a platform used to test apps for developers. Every account automatically comes with our free plan, which offers unlimited distribution, crash reporting, and feedback for 2 apps – allowing you to get started and explore without any monetary commitment.

The most important step is to integrate a HA SDK speficied for your platform, for your case, it should be Android https://rink.io/sEptDQM. Then you could benefit from following HA features:

• Distribute Builds
• Invite Testers
• Collect crash reports
• Show update alerts for new beta builds
• Add a feedback view directly into your app
• User metric data and statistic data analysis
• More more....

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