Zapstore

⚡ Zapstore — An Open App Store for Android

Zapstore is an open app distribution platform that helps users discover and install Android applications published directly by their developers. Instead of relying on a single centralized store, it uses the Nostr network to synchronize app listings and publisher identities across relays, creating a community-oriented ecosystem for app discovery and distribution.

With a focus on transparency and verifiable downloads, Zapstore combines app discovery, developer publishing, and cryptographic checks in one place.

🔎 Discover Open-Source Apps

Explore applications published by developers and discover projects shared across the Zapstore network. App listings and publisher information are synchronized through Nostr relays, helping keep the catalog distributed rather than dependent on one central server.

📦 Direct App Distribution

- Browse app listings and view publisher information. - Access APK releases distributed by their publishers. - Discover applications from independent developers. - Follow a permissionless, community-curated app ecosystem.

🛡️ Download Verification

Zapstore verifies important properties of distributed APK files before installation:

- File-hash verification to check that the downloaded package matches its published hash. - Signing-certificate verification to help confirm the app's signing identity. - Publisher identity and social trust signals supported by the Nostr ecosystem.

These checks help users detect mismatches between a published listing and the APK they receive. They do not replace careful review of an app's permissions, publisher, or behavior.

🌐 Distributed by Design

Zapstore uses Nostr relays to synchronize listings and publisher identities. This approach supports an open distribution model in which developers can publish apps directly and communities can help curate what they discover.

📱 Platform

Designed as an Android app store, with APK distribution and installation workflows for compatible Android devices.

📄 License

Zapstore is released under the MIT License. This permissive open-source license allows the software to be used, modified, and redistributed, provided that the required copyright and license notices are retained.

⚠️ Disclaimer

Zapstore is an independent app distribution platform. Applications are published by their respective developers and may vary in quality, security, and maintenance. Always review app details and requested permissions before installing.

Discover openly. Verify downloads. Install with confidence.