Amazon has announced that its Appstore for Android devices will be discontinued on August 20, 2025. This move marks a significant shift in Amazon’s mobile strategy, impacting users who have relied on the platform for app downloads and purchases. Simultaneously, the company will also be retiring its Amazon Coins program on the same date.
Key Dates and Changes:
- February 20, 2025: Amazon Coins are no longer available for purchase.
- August 20, 2025: Amazon Appstore on Android will be discontinued. Apps downloaded from the Appstore may no longer function reliably. Amazon Coins program will be retired.
Impact on Users
The discontinuation of the Amazon Appstore on Android means users will no longer be able to download or update apps through the platform on their Android devices. Amazon has stated that apps downloaded before the shutdown are not guaranteed to operate correctly after August 20, 2025.
Amazon Coins Retirement
The Amazon Coins program, used for in-app purchases and app purchases within the Appstore, will also be phased out. Users are advised to utilize their remaining Coins before the August 20, 2025 deadline. As of February 20, 2025 no new coins can be purchased.
Important User Information
- Appstore Availability: The Amazon Appstore will continue to be available on Fire TV and Fire Tablet devices.
- Appstore Reinstallation: If you previously uninstalled the Amazon Appstore and need to reinstall it, you can find the reinstallation instructions on the Amazon help pages.
- Subscription Management:
- Users can manage their Appstore subscriptions through the Amazon Appstore app or via the Amazon website.
- To manage subscriptions within the Appstore app, navigate to “My Apps” and then “Subscriptions.”
- To manage subscriptions via the website, go to “Your Account,” then “Your Apps” under “Digital content and devices,” and finally “Your Subscriptions” under “Manage.”
- Amazon Coins Usage:
- Users must spend their remaining Amazon Coins by August 20, 2025.
- Amazon Coins cannot be combined with other payment methods for a single purchase.
- To view your coins balance, open the amazon appstore on device, and view the home page.
- If you do not have enough coins to complete a purchase, you must use another payment method.
- Amazon Coins Refunds:
- Any unused Amazon Coins remaining after August 20, 2025, will be refunded.
- Additional details regarding the refund process will be released at a later date.
What This Means for Android Users
This change will require Android users who have relied on the Amazon Appstore to find alternative sources for their apps, such as the Google Play Store.
Users should also take immediate action to manage their Appstore subscriptions and utilize their remaining Amazon Coins. Amazon has stated that they will release further information regarding the refund process for unused coins as the deadline approaches.