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		_xkjr on May 25, 2018 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Google and Facebook accused of breaking GDPR laws Good luck downloading apps though. I can't see how it's necessary for Google to track all your stuff, just to permit you to download an app.

em3rgent0rdr on May 25, 2018 [–]

You can use third party app repositories like the FOSS-only F-Droid, or even simply download apps directly from individual creators if they release the apk.

codedokode on May 25, 2018 | [–]

Also there are sites that allow you to download .apk file from Google Play without Google Account.

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