Samsung to Enhance Auto Blocker for Greater Flexibility and Security on Galaxy Devices in 2026
Starting in 2026, Samsung will enhance its Auto Blocker feature on Galaxy phones and tablets running Android to provide users with greater flexibility while maintaining strong security protections. With this update, users will be able to directly install third-party Android app stores and their apps without Auto Blocker preventing installation, as long as the stores meet certain security and compliance requirements.
Auto Blocker is a sophisticated security tool designed to give users more control over their device protection, primarily by preventing app installations from unauthorized sources. This upcoming enhancement builds on that foundation by supporting additional app distribution channels, while continuing to apply platform protections across the broader Galaxy security framework.
Further details will be announced and implemented later this year.
