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Top 5 Ways to Download and Use Paid Apps on Android For Free

Several apps and games on Android require you to pay to be able to use them. While it’s always good to support the developers, some people may prefer not to pay for apps. Some may even prefer trying out these apps and games before actually buying them. If you, too, want to download paid Android apps for free of charge, don’t worry; we’ve got your back. Here are the top ways to download and use paid apps on Android for free and without root. Additionally, you can also get use your Google Play Points to get free apps.

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Top Ways to Download & Use Paid Apps on Android for Free

Several apps and games on the Google Play Store require you to pay for the download. For those who prefer trying apps for free instead of paying in one go, we’ve mentioned some ways through which you can easily download, install and use premium apps on Android for free, without any charges.

1. Aptoide App Store

Aptoide is a popular third-party app marketplace that competes directly with the Google Play Store. Using it, you can get access to hundreds of paid apps on Android absolutely free of cost.


All you need to do is install Aptoide and search for the paid apps you want to use. Several apps like Nova Launcher Prime, Kinemaster Pro, Greenify Premium, Poweramp Full Version, etc., which need payment on the Play Store, can be downloaded for free on Aptoide.

The apps uploaded on Aptoide are verified by multiple security checks and antivirus scans. The same will be shown on the app page– you can then decide whether to download the app or not.

2. Blackmart

Blackmart Alpha is another app marketplace that offers nearly all paid Android apps for free. You don’t need to create an account or pay any money. It is has a simple interface and can be used by almost anyone.

You have the option to categorize apps as you do on Google Play Store. Plus, it lets you sort between Free and Paid in case you are interested in downloading paid apps only. More importantly, you can access apps that are not available in your country.

Note: Blackmart is meant to try apps before buying. If you like a paid app and want to use it, please consider buying it officially from Play Store. We do not support piracy.

3. AppSales

AppSales is not an app market where you can download paid apps for free. Instead, it notifies you about the apps which are available for free at the moment. You can use it to see and download apps that have recently gone free and are available at a 100% discount on the Play Store.

You can also see the price history of apps to compare prices over time. Besides notifying you of paid apps that have gone free, AppSales also shows you apps available with high discounts.

Those looking for discounts on specific apps can add them to the watchlist to keep an eye on their prices. Overall, it’s a great app to stay aware of the latest app discounts on Google Play Store.

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4. Paid Apps Gone Free

Paid Apps Gone Free (PAGF) is another app that helps you find and download paid apps, games, wallpapers, icon packs, themes, and more available for free for a limited time on the Google Play Store.

However, it works in a slightly different manner. Instead of listing out apps on its home page, PAGF publishes a list of paid Android apps that have gone free for a limited time. The apps are listed on the UbuntuVibes blog (where the app redirects to) and are updated daily.

You can sort apps based on their ratings, downloads, and price. Plus, there’s also an option to show category-wise apps, including Featured, Apps, Games, and Family Apps / Games. Despite having a lackluster and unattractive interface, PAGF offers a convenient way to download paid apps that are officially available free of cost.

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5. Google Opinion Rewards

Free Google Play Store Credits

For starters, Google Opinion Rewards is a rewards-based program that gives you money in the form of Google Play balance for filling surveys. The amount you get varies and depends upon the number of questions in the survey.

Google will automatically notify you whenever a survey is available for you. As you answer the surveys, you keep earning Google Play credits which can be redeemed while buying paid apps on Google Play Store. So yeah, you can use Google Opinion Rewards to download paid apps and games for free on Play Store.

It may seem tiring at first but hey, keep the app installed on your phone and keep earning small credits regularly. Soon, you’ll have enough balance to buy out your favorite app or even an in-app purchase.

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Commonly Asked Questions

1. How to Install these Free Paid Apps on Android?

Android, by default, prevents users from installing apps from unknown sources. So, if you want to install third-party stores or apps from these stores on your phone, you will have to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources.

To do so, go to Settings > Apps & Notifications > Special App Access. Here, click on Install Unknown App and enable access for the third-party app store. You can also directly enable access through on-screen prompts while trying to install the APK.

2. Why do Some Paid Apps Don’t Work?

It’s quite easy to find and download APKs of paid apps from the web. However, apps and games these days generally use license verification and will likely not work if you have downloaded the app unofficially. Moreover, many apps offer premium features as in-app purchases instead of separate apps.

3. It is Illegal to Download Paid Apps for Free?

Downloading apps that are officially available at a discount or for free is completely fine. However, downloading cracked or modded APKs is illegal and not recommended.

4. Should You Use Cracked or Modded Apps and Games?

Most cracked apps and games are modified and may contain malware or adware. They may even embed keyloggers or send your private data to unknown servers without your knowledge.

Hence, you should avoid downloading cracked or modded apps and games from third-party sources. If you genuinely like an app or game, you should ethically consider paying the developer who has worked hard to make it.

Wrapping Up- Paid Apps for Free

These were some easy ways to download and use paid apps for free on any Android phone. I personally prefer keeping track of paid apps that go on discounted sales on the Play Store instead of downloading them from unknown sources. Anyway, did you manage to download the app you were looking for? Do let me know in the comments below.

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Ritik Singh

Ritik is the Managing Editor at GadgetsToUse. He manages the website and oversees the content to ensure it's as informative as possible. He also heads the sub-sites in the network. Putting work aside, he has a great interest in personal finance and is also a keen motorcycle enthusiast.

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