Take back control of your app
Stop cloned apps, fake versions and unauthorized downloads of your app.
Copies of your app appear on third-party app stores and APK download sites, sometimes modified with ads or malware and offered under your name. Onsist monitors these sources 24/7 and takes infringing versions down, so your users only download the real app from the official stores.
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Key features
Onsist is constantly monitoring third-party app stores, APK sites and forums for copies of your app.
Our OSINT-trained agents have experience with 700+ brands.
Every business is unique. That’s why we always tailor our services to the needs of our clients.​
Why do I need Mobile Application Protection?
Every unofficial copy of your app is a risk. Users who install a fake or modified version can lose money or data, and they blame your brand.
Rogue apps can ruin your brand and consumer trust
- Protect your users from scams and malware in rogue apps
- Take down cloned and modified versions of your app
- Keep downloads and in-app revenue in your official stores
Main concerning sources: third-party app stores, APK download sites, file-sharing sites and forums.
How does Mobile Application Protection work?
We combine AI monitoring with hands-on research to find every unauthorized copy of your app:
Monitoring Engines
Our systems scan third-party app stores, APK sites and forums 24/7.
App Database
A database of known rogue app stores and repeat uploaders for fast detection.
Trained Experts
Our trained experts investigate sources a bot cannot crawl.
Identified copies are reported automatically by our systems. But we offer the highest success rate for a reason:
Send out notices
Takedown notices go to the app stores and sites that offer your app without permission.
Contact hosting
Hosting providers are notified if a site doesn’t cooperate.
Clean up search engines
We remove download links for unofficial versions from Google, Bing and other search engines.
We’ll provide you with real-time data in your Onsist account. Our experts are taking care of the remaining infringements.
Live Statistics
Get real-time data on found and reported infringements.
Detailed Results
Export data from your account and get a weekly report in your email.
OSINT Specialists
Our trained OSINT specialists go the extra mile to get the last infringements taken down.
How Mobile Application Protection benefits your brand
Consumer Trust
Users download your genuine app, not a fake or modified copy.
Increased Sales
Downloads and in-app purchases stay in your official stores.
Positive Brand Image
No more bad reviews and complaints caused by rogue versions.
Get Back Time
Once you have total control again, you can focus on other important matters.
What we cover
We monitor these sources for cloned, fake and pirated versions of your app, with full coverage of the app stores.
- Search engines
- Social media
- Cyberlockers
- Video sites
- Forums
- App stores
- Marketplaces (basic)
- Dark web*
*Available as an add-on when needed.
The better choice for your brand.
700+ brands trust Onsist to combat counterfeits, piracy, impersonation, and other kinds of online abuse.Â
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Mobile Application Protection?
Mobile Application Protection is the monitoring and removal of unauthorized copies of your app. Onsist finds cloned, modified and pirated versions on third-party app stores, APK sites and forums, and has them taken down.
Why do I need Mobile Application Protection?
Unofficial copies of your app cost you downloads and revenue, and can expose your users to scams and malware. Because they carry your name, the damage to trust lands on your brand.
What does Mobile Application Protection cover?
Cloned apps, modified or cracked versions, fake apps that use your name or logo, and unauthorized distribution of your paid app on third-party app stores, APK download sites, file-sharing sites and forums.
How does Mobile Application Protection work?
We monitor third-party app stores, APK sites, forums and search engines 24/7. When we find an unauthorized version, we send takedown notices to the store or site and its hosting provider, and remove download links from search engines.
Does this replace app security tools?
No. Onsist protects you against unauthorized distribution online. Security inside your app, such as code obfuscation or tamper protection, is handled by your development team or a security vendor. Together they keep your app and your users safe.
Powerful on its own, stronger together.
Impersonation Protection
We locate and take down fake accounts and websites impersonating you.
Trademark Monitoring
We catch misuse of your brand name, logo and identity.
Anti-Counterfeit Solutions
We flag and remove counterfeit listings at the source.
