Why Updating Vidmate Is So Important
If you’re using Vidmate every day to download videos songs or movies then keeping it updated is a must. Old versions of Vidmate can cause all kinds of problms like:
- Downloads getting stuck
- App crashing suddenly
- Video quality options missing
- Some sites like YouTube not loading inside app
When I ignored updates I had to face all these issues. So now I always make sure my Vidmate is up to date. In this article I’ll show you how to update it automatically and without any error like I do now.
Common Errors When You Update the Wrong Way
Let me tell you first what goes wrong if you don’t update carefully:
- “App Not Installed” message
- Update file download but won’t open
- Vidmate disappears after update
- App freeze or stop working after update
- All these happen when you use wrong apk file or update from untrusted source.
Step 1 – Use Only Official Source for Updates
Vidmate is not on Play Store because of policy reasons. That means you should never trust random websites for APK file.
Best way is:
- Open your current Vidmate app
- Go to Me > Settings
- Tap on Check for Update
- If update is available you’ll see a download option
- Tap to download the new APK
- This is safest method because it comes directly from Vidmate team
Step 2 – Turn On Auto Update Notifications
Though Vidmate can’t update automatically like Play Store apps it can notify you when new version is ready.
How to enable:
- Open Vidmate
- Go to Settings > About
- Turn on Update Reminder
- Also allow notification permission from phone settings
- Now whenever new update is out Vidmate will tell you directly and you won’t miss it
Step 3 – Allow Installation from Unknown Sources
Android don’t allow APK install by default. So when you download Vidmate update it may show error.
Fix this by:
- Go to Phone Settings > Apps > Special Access
- Tap Install Unknown Apps
- Select your browser or Vidmate
- Turn ON “Allow from this source”
- Once done you can install updates without any error popups
Step 4 – Clear Old Apk Before New Update
One mistake I made – I had old APK file in my phone and I tried to install new one over it. It showed error. So better delete old update file before installing new one.
Steps:
- Go to File Manager
- Find Download folder or Vidmate folder
- Delete any older .apk file
- Then install new update without clash
Step 5 – Install the Update Slowly
When the download complete don’t rush to tap fast. Sometimes the APK file is still scanning or not ready yet.
Follow these steps:
- Tap the APK file
- Wait 5-10 seconds before hitting install
- If it says App Not Installed – restart phone and try again
- After install open the app and check version in settings
- Done – now you’re using latest Vidmate
Extra Tip – Set a Monthly Reminder to Check for Updates
ince Vidmate updates are manual I keep a reminder in Google Calendar every 1st of month to check for updates. It helps keep app smooth and I never miss features.
What Not to Do During Update
Just avoid these to stay safe:
- Don’t download APKs from Telegram groups
- Don’t update using unknown YouTube links
- Never update when battery is below 10%
- Avoid update over slow WiFi – file may corrupt
- Stick with official method and you’re good
After Update – What to Check
Once your Vidmate is updated always do these checks:
- Go to Settings > About – see version number
- Open YouTube or Facebook in Vidmate – test if working
- Try one small video download
- Delete the update APK file to save space
- If everything works smooth then enjoy new features
Final Words – Make Updating Easy and Safe
Vidmate is best when it runs on latest version. You get new features better speed and less bugs. Don’t wait for problms to update. Be smart and follow these simple steps I shared to update Vidmate smoothly every time.
Now you don’t need tech expert or YouTube guide – just this one article is enough to manage Vidmate updates without stress