Chrome
“This file is dangerous, so Chrome has blocked it” banner in chrome://downloads.
Troubleshooting
Chrome, Edge, or antivirus calling the file “dangerous”? Verify the hash, keep the file safely, and whitelist the installer without disabling security permanently. Want every troubleshooting option? Jump to the Download errors hub.
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Symptoms
“This file is dangerous, so Chrome has blocked it” banner in chrome://downloads.
SmartScreen toast: “This app might harm your device.” Only “Delete” button is visible.
“File can’t be downloaded securely” or the download simply disappears.
Before bypassing
Download only from HTTPS URLs listed on the official links page.
After keeping the file, immediately compare its hash via the hash tutorial.
Bypass steps
chrome://downloads or click the download toast.SmartScreen & AV
Automation
aria2c https://mirror1...apk \
--max-tries=3 --auto-file-renaming=false
aria2 downloads outside the browser, so SmartScreen only checks once after completion.
Internal links
See all troubleshooting articles at the errors hub.
Grab mirror URLs via the direct download page.
Need DNS tweaks? Follow the Download without VPN guide.
FAQ
No. Disable only for a minute or whitelist the hash, then re-enable protection immediately.
Some browsers re-scan during installation. Add the installer to the trusted list and verify hashes again.
It might skip cached warnings but the security layer still checks the file. Use the steps above instead.
Next steps
Compare the SHA-256 via the hash guide.
Switch to the fastest link on the direct download page.
Use the alternative sources archive for backups.
Blocked by browser?
Verify hash & keep the file