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Your signing key, explained

Why it matters, and how not to lose it.

About 5 minutes

  1. 1

    What it is

    Every Android app is 'signed' with a key. Google Play only accepts updates signed with the same key as the first upload.

  2. 2

    We create and keep it for you

    AppifyWebsite creates a key for each app automatically and keeps it safe. The same key is used for every build of that app.

  3. 3

    Download a backup

    App page → Signing → download the key backup and store it somewhere safe (a password manager or private drive).

  4. 4

    Fingerprints

    The SHA-1 and SHA-256 are your key's public fingerprints. Google sign-in, Firebase and deep links need them — they are safe to share.

How to check it worked

  • You have a backup file stored safely

Common problems

I lost the key

If you use Play App Signing (default), Google can reset your upload key — contact Play support. Contact us too.

Still stuck? Contact support — we reply within one business day.