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The sort of stalkerware that more blatantly advertises itself as a tool for tracking cheating spouses is more often than not made for Android phones. This is because Android lets users sideload software; that is, directly install an application rather than sourcing it through the official Google Play Store. Many stalkerware apps are not on the Play Store itself, meaning companies direct users to download the app from their own website or via a file sharing service and then to "sideload" it onto their device by installing the APK file directly.Do you know about any other ways abusive partners are leveraging technology? We'd love to hear from you. Using a non-work phone or computer, you can contact Joseph Cox securely on Signal on +44 20 8133 5190, Wickr on josephcox, or email joseph.cox@vice.com.
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