Florid is a third-party client for browsing, searching, and installing open-source Android apps from the F-Droid repository. It's built with Flutter and uses a clean Material 3 interface, for people who want an alternative look and feel to the official F-Droid app.
Developer: Nandanrmenon · License: GPL-3.0 (open source) · Price: Free
Before you start: since Florid installs APKs on your behalf, Android will ask you to allow "install unknown apps" for Florid the first time you try to install something through it. Allow this in the system prompt or in Settings > Apps > Special app access > Install unknown apps.
Official file from the developer's release · Sep 7, 2026 · SHA-256 406511fd84257d1f…
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Key features
- Browse latest, trending, and recently updated apps, organized by category
- Powerful search that instantly filters by name, summary, description, or package
- App detail pages with metadata, versions, permissions, links, changelogs, and screenshots
- Reliable APK downloads with progress and notifications, plus one-tap install and uninstall
- Update detection for apps already installed on your device
- Material 3 design with light, dark, and system theme options
Why isn’t Florid on Google Play?
Florid is published by its developer on GitHub and distributed through IzzyOnDroid, not through Google Play. It is not currently listed on F-Droid itself.
Is Florid safe?
Florid is open source under the GPL-3.0 license, and this page links to the official release from the developer's GitHub repository. It is an independent project, not affiliated with or endorsed by F-Droid. Florid comes straight from its developer rather than through Google Play, so it hasn’t gone through Google’s app review. As with any app, check the permissions it asks for and install it if you’re comfortable with them.
How to install
- Tap the download button above: the APK file downloads straight to your phone.
- When Android asks, allow your browser to install unknown apps.
- Open the file and tap Install.
FAQ
Is Florid free to use?
Yes. It is open source under the GPL-3.0 license and the README does not mention any prices or paid features.
How do I update apps installed through Florid?
Florid can detect when a newer version is available for apps already installed on your device, based on the F-Droid repository metadata, and lets you download and install the update.
Is Florid the same as the official F-Droid app?
No. Florid is an independent, unofficial client for the F-Droid repository, built with Flutter. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by F-Droid, which is a trademark of its respective owners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Florid free to use?
Yes. It is open source under the GPL-3.0 license and the README does not mention any prices or paid features.
How do I update apps installed through Florid?
Florid can detect when a newer version is available for apps already installed on your device, based on the F-Droid repository metadata, and lets you download and install the update.
Is Florid the same as the official F-Droid app?
No. Florid is an independent, unofficial client for the F-Droid repository, built with Flutter. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by F-Droid, which is a trademark of its respective owners.
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