Dear KoboToolbox Community,
Please note that starting in 2026, all new releases of the KoboCollect app will require Android 8.0 or higher.
Devices running older Android versions (Android 5.1 to Android 7.1.2) will no longer receive updates after the next KoboCollect release in December 2025. That version will remain available for download in the Play Store.
This change helps ensure better stability, performance, and security for all users. As Android has evolved significantly in recent years, continuing to support older versions has become increasingly complex while introducing new features and improvements.
What this means for users
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Devices running Android 8 or higher: This change will not affect you. You can continue updating and using KoboCollect as usual.
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Devices running Android 5.1–7.1.2: You will not be able to download new versions of KoboCollect starting in 2026.
- If KoboCollect is already installed: You can keep using KoboCollect with the version you already have running on your device.
- If installing KoboCollect for the first time: You can still obtain the last supported version from the Google Play Store or download and manually install it from the KoboCollect GitHub Releases page.
