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Prerequisites

Before installing Deeztracker Mobile, ensure your device meets these requirements:

Android Version

Android 7.0 (Nougat) or higher

Storage Space

At least 50MB for the app, plus space for music files

Permissions

Storage permission for saving music files

Deezer Account

Active Deezer account to obtain ARL token
Deeztracker Mobile requires installation from an APK file. You’ll need to enable “Install from unknown sources” on your device.

Installation Steps

1

Download the APK

Download the latest Deeztracker Mobile APK from the official releases page:
  1. Visit the GitHub releases page
  2. Download the latest Deeztracker-X.X.X.apk file
  3. The file will be saved to your device’s Downloads folder
The APK file is typically named like Deeztracker-1.1.1.apk based on the version number.
2

Enable Unknown Sources

Before installing, you need to allow installation from unknown sources:For Android 8.0 and above:
  1. Open Settings on your device
  2. Navigate to Security & Privacy (or just Security)
  3. Find Install unknown apps or Unknown sources
  4. Select your browser or file manager (e.g., Chrome, Files)
  5. Toggle Allow from this source to ON
For Android 7.0 - 7.1:
  1. Open Settings
  2. Navigate to Security
  3. Enable Unknown sources
  4. Confirm the warning message
Remember to disable this setting after installation for security purposes, or only keep it enabled for trusted apps.
3

Install the APK

Now you can install Deeztracker Mobile:
  1. Open your device’s File Manager or Downloads app
  2. Locate the Deeztracker-X.X.X.apk file
  3. Tap on the APK file
  4. Review the permissions requested by the app:
    • Storage: Required to save and read music files
    • Internet: Required to download music from Deezer
  5. Tap Install
  6. Wait for the installation to complete (usually 10-30 seconds)
If you see a “Play Protect” warning, tap More details then Install anyway. This warning appears because the app is not distributed through the Play Store.
4

Grant Permissions

On first launch, Deeztracker will request necessary permissions:
  1. Storage Permission: Required to save downloaded music
    • Tap Allow when prompted
    • For Android 11+, select Allow management of all files
  2. Notification Permission (Android 13+): Optional but recommended
    • Allows download progress notifications
    • Enables playback controls in the notification shade
You can manage these permissions later in Settings → Apps → Deeztracker → Permissions.
5

Launch the App

After installation:
  1. Tap Open from the installation screen, or
  2. Find the Deeztracker icon in your app drawer
  3. Tap to launch the application
You’ll be greeted with the login screen where you can enter your Deezer ARL token.

First Launch Setup

When you first open Deeztracker Mobile, you’ll see the login screen. Before you can use the app, you need to:
  1. Obtain your Deezer ARL token (see Quick Start guide for instructions)
  2. Enter the ARL token in the login field
  3. Tap the Login button
Once authenticated, you’ll have access to all features of Deeztracker Mobile.

Next: Get Your ARL Token

Learn how to obtain your Deezer ARL token for authentication

Configure Settings

Set your preferred audio quality and download location

Troubleshooting Installation Issues

Problem: The APK file won’t install or installation fails.Solutions:
  • Ensure you’ve enabled “Install from unknown sources” for your file manager/browser
  • Check that you have enough storage space (at least 50MB free)
  • Try downloading the APK again - the file may be corrupted
  • Clear your Downloads folder cache: Settings → Apps → Downloads → Storage → Clear Cache
  • Restart your device and try again
Problem: You see “App not installed” or “There was a problem parsing the package.”Solutions:
  • If updating: Uninstall the previous version first, then install the new APK
  • Corrupted download: Delete the APK and download it again
  • Incompatible device: Verify your Android version is 7.0 or higher (Settings → About Phone → Android version)
  • Insufficient storage: Free up space on your device
Problem: The app crashes or can’t download files due to missing storage permission.Solutions:
  • Open Settings → Apps → Deeztracker → Permissions
  • Enable Storage or Files and Media permission
  • For Android 11+, enable All files access in Special App Access settings
  • Restart the app after granting permissions
Problem: Google Play Protect blocks the installation.Solutions:
  • Tap More details in the warning dialog
  • Select Install anyway
  • This is normal for apps distributed outside the Play Store
  • The app is safe and open-source - you can verify the code on GitHub
Problem: Deeztracker closes immediately after opening.Solutions:
  • Clear app data: Settings → Apps → Deeztracker → Storage → Clear Data
  • Reinstall the app (uninstall, then install the APK again)
  • Ensure your device has Android 7.0 or higher
  • Check for device-specific compatibility issues in the GitHub issues page

Updating Deeztracker Mobile

When a new version is released:
1

Download New Version

Download the latest APK from the releases page.
2

Install Over Existing App

Tap the new APK file - Android will update the app automatically.
Your login credentials, settings, and downloaded music will be preserved during updates.
3

If Update Fails

If the update doesn’t work:
  1. Uninstall the old version
  2. Install the new APK
  3. Log in again with your ARL token
Uninstalling will remove app data but NOT your downloaded music files (they remain in your Music/Deeztracker folder).

Uninstalling Deeztracker Mobile

To remove the app from your device:
  1. Open SettingsApps
  2. Find and tap Deeztracker
  3. Tap Uninstall
  4. Confirm the uninstallation
Uninstalling removes the app and its settings, but your downloaded music files remain in the Music/Deeztracker or Downloads/Deeztracker folder. You can manually delete these files if desired.

System Requirements Summary

RequirementMinimumRecommended
Android Version7.0 (API 24)10.0+
RAM2GB4GB+
Storage50MB (app only)1GB+ (with music)
InternetRequired for downloadsWi-Fi for large downloads
Deezer AccountFree accountPremium account for HD/FLAC
The app size is approximately 20-30MB. Downloaded music files will require additional storage depending on quality settings and library size.

Next Steps

Now that Deeztracker is installed, you’re ready to start downloading music!

Quick Start Guide

Learn how to get your ARL token, search for music, and start downloading

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