Most likely, yes. You can install apps using:

• F-Droid (for open-source apps)

• Aurora Store (access to Google Play apps without a Google account)

• Or direct APKs (if you trust the source)

Need a specific app? Just ask us — we’ll help you check compatibility.

Absolutely. SecureFone is preconfigured and ready to use out of the box.
If you can use a regular smartphone, you can use SecureFone. We remove unnecessary complexity and include an optional quick-start guide and support resources to help you get started.

You don’t need to be a hacker or IT expert to protect your privacy.

Because Google Pixel devices are the only modern smartphones that support full Verified Boot with user-controlled keys, hardware-based security (Titan M2 chip), and open-source firmware for critical components.
These devices allow GrapheneOS to replace the stock OS completely and enforce deep security hardening — something no other mainstream phones currently support.

In short: Pixel phones offer the best foundation for security, privacy, and control.

It is not advised but yes, you can. SecureFone supports sandboxed Google Play Services, which means:

• You can install and use apps like Google Maps, Gmail, and YouTube

• Google Services run in user space (like regular apps), without privileged access or tracking

You get access to the apps without compromising your system’s privacy or security.

Yes. You can install WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and other popular apps.
We strongly recommend privacy-respecting alternatives like Signal, but we understand you may need to stay in touch with others — and SecureFone gives you the freedom to choose.

GrapheneOS is the most secure and private mobile OS available today — used by journalists, lawyers, and security professionals worldwide.
It improves Android’s privacy model, enhances app sandboxing, and adds exploit protection and hardware-level encryption — all while staying fast and easy to use.

Unlike other “de-Googled” phones, GrapheneOS is actively developed by security researchers and supports timely updates and verified boot.

• No Google telemetry or background tracking

• App sandboxing keeps apps isolated from each other

• Per-app network, sensor, and permission controls

• Encrypted storage tied to your secure lock screen

• Hardware security chip (Titan M2) handles key protection and verified boot

• Duress login and optional self-destruct for high-risk situations

It’s a full-stack approach — from hardware to software — to protect your digital life.

Most “privacy phones” are either:

• Stock Android with a few tweaks — still leaking data

• Linux phones — not usable for daily communication

• De-Googled phones — lacking updates or critical security

SecureFone with GrapheneOS is different:

• ✅ Weekly updates, full hardware support

• ✅ Locked bootloader & verified boot

• ✅ Security hardened by experts

• ✅ Real user freedom and app compatibility

You won’t be able to:

• Use Google Assistant or device-wide voice commands

• Use push notifications for some Google-dependent apps (unless Google Services are installed)

• Link your phone to proprietary Google ecosystems like smart homes or Android Auto — unless you re-enable those parts

But for most users, daily functionality like messaging, maps, browsing, and email works great — without the surveillance.

Yes. SecureFone works with all standard 4G/5G SIM cards from major carriers.
Just insert your SIM and you’re good to go — your phone number stays the same.
We recommend avoiding carrier apps or profiles to reduce tracking, but that’s optional.

This is expected behavior. Google Pixel devices show a “Your device is loading a different operating system” warning when the verified boot process detects a custom OS — such as GrapheneOS — instead of Google’s stock Android.

This message appears because:

• GrapheneOS replaces the factory-signed firmware with its own cryptographically signed OS

• The bootloader remains locked and secure, but the OS is not signed by Google, so the device shows a cautionary prompt

✅ There’s no danger — your phone is still secure.
In fact, this message is a good sign: it means verified boot is working, and your OS hasn’t been tampered with.

🔒 SecureFone devices are fully verified and locked before shipping. The bootloader warning simply reflects your choice to run a privacy-respecting, custom OS.