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Amazon Appstore Shuts Down: Switch to Google Play by 2025

8/20/2025

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Amazon will close its Appstore for Android on August 20, 2025, ceasing competition with Google Play.
Users should switch to Google Play Store to avoid app malfunctions after the closure.
Refunds for unused Amazon Coins will be provided, with further details forthcoming.
The Appstore will continue to function on Fire TV and Fire Tablet devices.

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Story summary

Amazon will close its Appstore for Android on August 20, 2025, ceasing competition with Google Play.
Users should switch to Google Play Store to avoid app malfunctions after the closure.
Refunds for unused Amazon Coins will be provided, with further details forthcoming.
The Appstore will continue to function on Fire TV and Fire Tablet devices.