> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.getsession.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.getsession.org/readme/installing-session/installing-session-using-f-droid.md).

# Installing Session using F-Droid

F-Droid is an alternative to the Google Play Store which specializes in free and open-source software.

To install Session using F-Droid: 

1. Download and install F-Droid using their official website
2. On your device with F-Droid installed, visit Session’s official F-Droid repository, [here](https://fdroid.getsession.org/)
3. Open the F-Droid Settings menu
4. Select Repositories 
5. Tap the ‘+’ icon to add the Session repository
6. Paste the Session repository URL
   * [ https://fdroid.getsession.org/fdroid/repo](< https://fdroid.getsession.org/fdroid/repo>)
7. Paste the fingerprint (available from the repository URL)
8. Add the repository to F-Droid, Session will now appear in your F-Droid Store
9. Install Session using the F-Droid app<br>

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