Start With the Source
Confirm the domain, publisher and application identity before opening an installer. A page calling a file official does not independently prove that claim.
Seven Useful Checks
Confirm the package name; inspect signing information; compare a publisher-provided hash when available; scan the file; review permissions; keep Android updated; and avoid modified or unlocked files.
Why Mod APKs Need Extra Caution
A modified application has been changed from an original build. Claims such as unlimited balance or unlocked VIP features are not evidence of authenticity and can introduce additional privacy or security risks.
Android and iPhone
APK is an Android format. It cannot be installed directly on an iPhone. Treat pages offering an iPhone APK with caution.