Platform-Neutral Government App Distribution Infrastructure

C5/10April 5, 2026

WhatA secure app distribution and update system for government-critical applications that bypasses app store requirements, allowing citizens to use official apps without Apple/Google accounts.

SignalMultiple commenters point out the absurdity that exercising a fundamental civic function — proving your identity — requires a commercial relationship with a foreign corporation, and that not everyone has or wants a smartphone with an app store account.

Why NowThe EU Digital Markets Act is already forcing sideloading support on iOS, and eIDAS 2.0 deployment timelines mean governments need distribution solutions within the next 12-18 months.

MarketEU national governments deploying mandatory citizen-facing apps; 450M EU citizens as end users; F-Droid exists for open-source but lacks the security certification and government procurement channels needed.

MoatGovernment procurement certification and security audit compliance create high barriers to entry — once you're the approved distribution channel for one country's eID app, switching costs are enormous.

German implementation of eIDAS will require an Apple/Google account to function View discussion ↗ · Article ↗ · 554 pts · April 5, 2026

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