Accessing JW Library® Without an App Store
How offline installer works on Android and Windows, where to find them on jw.org®, and what to expect for updates and security.
Offline installation is available for Android and Windows versions of JW Library® and JW Library Sign Language®. This option is intended for situations where an official app store is unavailable or installation through a store is not possible. iOS and macOS do not support offline installation and require the App Store.
Where to find the offline download pages on jw.org
Visit jw.org®.
Open the page for JW Library® or JW Library Sign Language® from the site footer or search.
Select the platform (Android or Windows).
Open the article titled “Install [app name] if You Cannot Access an App Store – [platform]”.
Use the download links and follow the on-page guidance provided there.
Always obtain installers directly from jw.org®. Avoid third-party download sites.
What to expect by platform
Android
Package type: APK (Android Package).
The device may request permission to install apps from a non-store source.
Updates are manual. Periodically compare the version shown in the app with the version listed on jw.org and download again if a newer build is available.
Windows
Package type: a ZIP archive that contains installer files.
Windows may require allowing installation from outside the Microsoft Store.
Updates are manual. Check the version in the app and download a newer package from jw.org when available.
Preparation and security considerations
Confirm sufficient storage space and a stable connection before downloading.
Follow any device or organization policies regarding sideloading.
After installation on Android, consider restoring stricter install settings.
On Windows, respond only to security prompts when certain the files came from jw.org®.
Notes and limitations
Offline installations typically do not auto-update. Revisit the offline installation articles to obtain newer versions.
Content within the apps can still update over the internet after installation.
iOS and macOS require the App Store and do not offer an offline installer.
Summary
Offline installers hosted on jw.org® provide a reliable path to install JW Library® and JW Library Sign Language® on Android and Windows when app stores are not an option. Access the app’s page on jw.org® and use the dedicated offline-install area to obtain the official packages.