Google system services public beta program
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Google system services is the API layer that enables unique Google features on
Android and is available on every Google-supported device. It provides app
developers a unified way to integrate Google services into their apps. For more
details, see Learn more about Google system services updates.
The Google system services beta program gives you early access to new versions
of Google system services, including Google Play services. This is especially
useful for developers, as it allows them the ability to test their apps on their
own devices. It also allows Google the opportunity to provide a better
experience to users worldwide.
Keep in mind that beta versions of Google system services might be less stable
than officially released versions. This means that some apps might crash or
features might not work correctly. For example, your device could repeatedly
crash, making services unavailable.
How do I join the beta program?
You can join the Google system services beta using a web browser. After you've
signed up, whenever a beta version of Google system services is released, it
will be automatically downloaded on all devices using the Google Account you
signed up with.
Join using the opt-in URL
Browse to the Android App Testing - Google system services page.
Click the Become a tester button.
You're now a beta tester for Google system services.
What services are included in the beta program?
The program includes Google Play services and other services delivered by
Google system updates.
Google Play system updates user feedback
Google Play system updates will be part of the Google Play services public beta
program. If you are a beta tester for Google Play system updates and want to
file a bug, create an issue in the Android issue tracker.
How do I leave the beta program?
If you want to use the production version of Google system services, you'll have
to leave the beta program and then wait for the release of the next production
version of each Google system service, which will be installed on your devices.
Leave the beta program using the opt-out URL
Browse to the Android App Testing - Google system services page, the
same page where you joined the beta program.
In the Leave the testing program section, click the
Leave the program link. A confirmation message will appear shortly,
stating You left the testing program.
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Last updated 2025-08-14 UTC.
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