Android is the most popular Mobile Operating System today. The reason is because of its Versatility, User Friendly and Easy to Use for all Users. There is not Doubt that Most People Prefer Android ahead of other Mobile Operating System.
But this Doesn’t Mean you will never Face any Problem or Error while using Android Smartphones. We all like to Install Different apps or Games in our android smartphones but Sometimes while installing you my be Displayed an Error which says “There is a Problem Parsing the Package”
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So if you face this kind of error while Installing any App or Game in your Android smartphone and want to get rid of it, then Do not worry because here in this article i am going to discuss About this error, The Reason and How to Fix it Etc.
Reasons of There is a Problem Parsing the Package Error
You may get this Error Due to following Reasons:
- The Downloaded .apk file is Currupted or not fully downloaded
- You might have turned off “Allow installation of apps from Unknown Sources”
- If the App is not Compatible with the Hardware or the Version of OS you are using.
How to Fix There is a Problem Parsing the Package Error
So Now that we know why There is a Problem Parsing the Package error occurs, we can now easily find a fix to this Problem.
1. Allowing Installation from Unknown Sources:
We tend to download .APK files from Google Play store but sometimes We even download it from unknown sources and hence android don’t Allow us to install the app.
- Go to your Device Setting Menu
- Scroll down and Click on Applications
- Now Check the Box of Unknown Sources to allow installation of non Market Applications
After Completing the Above Simple steps you may now try and install the app which was showing error.
2.Inspect Your APK File:
If the Above Fix do not work to fix the error then you may now try to inspect the apk file that you downloaded. Check it the file is Fully downloaded and is not Corrupted.
If you have downloaded the apk file from any other place rather then Google play store then Make sure you download it from Google play store this time. Try to install it Now.
3.App is not Compatible with your Device or OS:
If you are still not able to Get rid of There is a Problem Parsing the Package Error then it clearly indicates that the file that you have downloaded is not Compatible with your Device hardware or Operating System.Try to Install it on another Android Device which has better hardware and Higher Version of Android Installed in it.
So these were Some of the Fixes that will help you to Tackle with the There is a Problem Parsing the Package Error Message. if these Methods works for you or you have any other solution to this Problem then Feel free to share it with Us in Comments below.
my phone is old virson so plz solution parse prblm
Ammm..I downloaded an apk for google play services because it is outdated it says parse error..I tried every solution but it is still the same..the version of my android is 5.1 lollipip..pls help me guys..thanks
Thanks knowledge is power!
His can anyone help me with parse problem
Hii hiii friends I have a problem when I am shearing some documents through blootuth parse error displayed on the screen how?
Hi sir I have a samsung sgh i857 what are the compatible games for my device
Can anyone please help me because I am facing the problem of parsing the package.
worked like charm!. thanks so much for this
Parse Error
Same Prob Nobody Have Solution Of This Erorr :(
my phn was not allowing to install messenger what should i do
I am using the latest andriod phone of myphone, but still have an parse error, what would I do??
I followed your instructions but it’s still not working with same problem
Jelly bean (4.2.2) compatible for pokemon go?..bcz i am still recieving parsing error..aftr downloading for 2 times.
Its for above 4.3
Hlo friends i have a samsung gts7582 phone but i dont play pokemon go in my phone
during installing it show parsing problem so what i have do
What is your location? If it is from where the game is still not launched, you might get that error.
Also make sure you are downloading the apk file from trusted sources and the apk file is up to date.
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Hi I’m Omolemo and I’m using a Samsung 10.1 tablet. About three weeks ago I had Minecraft PE 0.14.0 ! Then I saw a video on Youtube on getting Minecraft for free! ( It was on aptoid) I then updated my Minecraft and I had 0.15.2 and it was working perfectly, until a few days ago when it wasn’t letting me in the app. I tried updating it but it keeps saying “Problem facing the package”! I followed all the tips but it isn’t working! !!! Pls Pls Help
I have a lenovo tab and I have install a apk game and I don’t no how to fix it if I touch it ,it say parse error pls help me
Parse error
I have karbonn A26 which has no option for updating the Jellybean OS n now facing problem to update all d Google apps like like maps,store, games,etc ..experts plz help.
I’m a Minecraft fan, and I have a Samsung Galaxy Trend Lite. I wanted MCPE 0.15.0 but my parents don’t want to buy the game from Google Play, which said my device is compatible. I, of course turned on unknown downloads, and tried to install MCPE as a .apk file from the internet aaaaaand….. parse error. Please help!
Same
my phone is Nokia X and i downloaded some games based on google apps .I tried to install it but it always show “App not installed”,
Hi Good morning!
i had a problem on reinstalling my facebook app. Before i had facebook app on my LG-P500 android phone but i uninstall it. Now, i tried to reinstall my facebook application on my phone but it doesn’t work. There is a pop-up saying “there is a problem in parsing the package” or it says “error” then there are some numbers on it. Can you help me get rid of this problem of mine?
Thank You and God Bless!
my phone is Samsung galaxy grand duos I cannot install thor the dark world apk that is saying parsing a problem to insall how can I fix that problem
windows cant open this file (apk.file)
Windows Can not open .apk files because APK files are meant for android. If you want to open an APK file on windows you must get a android emulator such as BlueStacks.
(Here is the download link http://www.bluestacks.com/download.html )
Bluestacks is a grea sim for apks on windows
Heres my problem
when I click the applications, only the games are shown and not the one that you are saying
i have a mobile samsung galaxy Exhilarate this is cant installed youcam perfect-selfie cam this say there is problem parsing the package so how can i installed youcam perfect-selfie cam plz ans in comments
I have also a parse but is doesn’t work in samsung tab 3.HELP ME!!!!
Here’s my problem..
Even I already allowed the installation of the unknown resource, passed the android requirements for an app, checked the apk if not corrupting by terms of downloading it on a different device, cleared the cache data on different downloader app…
But there is still a parsing error.. The apk I’ve been downloading is a former apk i downloaded before but know it is not working in my device please help…
yes my pc show this message
Pls help me I have parsing prblm in HTC hw to solve
Me to have a problem in downloading by htc mob :p
hi i have found solution of this parsing problem…..
solution- share and download .apk by google drive.. thats it
I cant install my apps(COC) in my cellphone(Sony Ericson XPERIA)
,, plzzz help me
Good
thanks now my mobile is working fine
i have problem because my samsung galaxy tab 2 cant install minecraft 0.14.0 what im gonna do??
Hi please help my problem is parse error
plz fix this problem on amazon fire phone my facebook app showing parse error package
Even me i can’t download any app or game and also i get parse error and retrieving imformation too pliz make this for me ….
Help me in this so that i can download can you make it for me…..
Please help me parsing error problem?
Not only am I getting this ‘parcing’ error, nut I get an ”error retrieving information from server” too …. so confused and frustrated
i am using sony xperia m2 dual i am receiving a message that “loophole recovery required high risk loophole detected” i clicked conform below and i am receiving this message that problem parsing the package
Hello, i have Android 4.2.2 i want to download FIFA 16 UT ( it’s incompatible) i’ve downloaded it from internet i’ve done it so v 3,0… if a download the apk they say parse error. and older version not but the apk from the older version wil he work with the cache from the newest
Sorry not so perfect english
Easy only do factory reset that worked for me
hay…i have problem parsing the packege my mobile TWINMOS SKY V505
Sometimes this error also occurs due to the file browser you are using..
Try switching that cause one of my costumer hyad the same error and switching file browsers helped
pls help me remove parse error on my phone I s giving me problem. plsss help me
parsing packege problum
Help pls how to take out parse error
my samsung galaxy s and samsung galaxy pocket can’t install some games like clash of clans,if i install there’s a sign parse error? how to install it without error?
Thats because those 2 phones are not compatible for the game you cant play it
hay…i have problem parsing the packege my mobile Sony Ericsson e15i
Thanks man its works gud..
Dear sir,
I have purchased lenovo vibe p1 this month, now there is a problem in screen showing, “Parse error – There was a problem while parsing the package”. what can i do, plz suggest me.
Hi SA PRASAD, Did the above mentioned solutions failed to fix the issue?
how to solve it this problem
Making sure my APK was signed fixed this issue for me.
Hi,
I tried to download a pdf file and after the entire file gets downloaded it is showing as .apk file and the parsing error…..wat should be done?
I tried all the options but apps aren’t installed , even my device is rooted and google play store is of no use in my phone.
PEOPLE!!! IF YOUR DEVICE IS NOT COMPATIBLE FOR THE APP YOU ARE TRYING TO DOWNLOAD LIKE SHIWBOX WHICH WAS MY PROBLEM, TRY FIND THE OLDER VERSION APK FILE AND DOWNLOAD THAT. WORKED FOR ME :)
Hey I have a problem that my huawei y625 showing parsing error
tried all what you gave but my HTC still displays the same error,what could be the problem? how z d SD card related there?
its just lie i cannot install some APK still now
I ve tried all if these fixes didn’t work. But if I send APK to Google Drive double tap the package and hey presto it installs.
Why I can’t still success from parsing the Minecraft even I follow the instructions I still not working.
And I think I will format my phone because of MCPE’s Data Error
Mabye try downloading a older version of MCPE. Im having the exact same problem. im going to try download the 11.0 version
I did all the above but nothing
What your Google play does not work? Mine doesn’t.
I got there was a problem while parsing the package. I went to settings and turned on allow one installation from other sources.still Iam getting same problem. Please suggest me as early as possible. I have downloaded the app from 9apps
I have an LG L-38C Optimus Dynamic. I have the same problem when installing apps that were transferred from my computer to the phone. I checked the Allow Unknown Sources box, downloaded the Pandora App from Google Play Store onto my computer, and transferred the app onto my phone. Now when I attempt to install the app, I am getting the same Parse Error. What am I missing?
How to solve the problem of parse error due to installation of apps
hy, i’m find solving problem parsing package..
i have doing a :
1. upload to google drive and install from it [FAILED]
2. try download again and again [FAILED]
3. rename file name and added version (filename v1.0.apk) [FAILED]
sameone help me??? :\
Hi i have a samsung galaxy s. And it still has market instead of google playstore. I try downloading google play but whenever i’m trying to install it, it says parsing problem..i tried step 1 but when i went to setting-applications there is no unknown sources tick box. I also looked on privacy and security.
Find security in the settings menu and its in there
Every download says parsing error
If this situation is happening because you received and app by email, there may be a workaround. I have found that if I ‘download’ the app as the email program suggests, then I get this error. However if I click on it, it installs without a problem. Something to try…
Thank you Vaughan Wynne-jones for your input, This might just help the visitors.
Vaughan Wynne-Jones suggestion works. For me instead of opening the file from an email attachment i simply did a direct download and it installed successfully.
I’m running a quad core 16gb ainovo Numy 3g sword with a 32gb micro SD card on Android 4.2.2, I always come up against package parsing problems when trying to install external to Google play downloaded apk’s. I have problems downloading updates from Google play, whatsapp latest being my recent headache. I always check the unknown source box when setting up a new device but this doesn’t help. I have found in the past that a copy paste from pm downloaded apps to my phone through a data connection helps, but it’s a lot of faffing about to do so. I shouldn’t have to do so with my mobile device being fairly recent (less than 18months old).
Perhaps an update to Android 5.0 will help clear this problem, as I’ve read it allows more finer control over your device’s storage methods?
2ndary problem….. Why the hell is my phone filling up so fast when I have the SD card storage option checked for my downloads. I have a 32gb external SD card and it’s not utilising it as I want it to.
Any help would be greatly appreciated… Thanks!
go to settings den Application and select SD/external sd as ur prefered storage but remember dat all App install frm Google store is direct into ur device
i install m having arror persing parckage
My apps cann’t install
why i cant download some app so imo ..facebook more some thing but why plss help me any one how do slove my problam so its parsing pakage
why i cant install my facebook apk in my lenovo s269i parsin error problem pls help me
hi jovan, Can you please let me know from where you downloaded Facebook apk file ?
Are you sure you are downloading it from Play store for android?
Have u tried the steps above if they haven’nt worked check your memory card or rather use your phone memory because if your sd card is not authentic or damaged and your app is in that same storage you will rcv parse error alert…..advise courtesy of Papervision, Beitbridge.
i made a backup of an app that i was using using ‘apk share’, then i uninstalled the app, now when i install the same app it shows the problem parsing the pkg message,.. but other apps get installed fine. it happens 1 in 10 apps that i make backup of… how can i correct it???
I want to download dream league soccer but it is download but not install they said there is a problem parsing the pakage can you fixed
Not working bro
None of these worked for me. My issue is that I have the app installed, but it is the Update that is giving me this issue, could there be another reason. I am getting a notification to install the update, but then I get this error.
change your phone simple…
I get this message when I try opening downloaded apps from Google play. With photos “cannot generate thumbnail” appears on the screen if I try to open them.
any help?
Still, Not Work for me..
thanks..actually my file was not completely downloaded..by ur suggestion i download it again fully nd thts work properly ..thanks for ur suggestion..
Hi Bhavesh, Glad that this helped you in some or other way.
Didn’t work for me, I was Bluetoothing backed up apk files across from my galaxy s3 to a friends galaxy ace, some worked and some didn’t, unfortunately the solution for me was to download the failing apps again from play store, thanks anyway for the solutions to try, had it worked it could’ve saved me a lot of time!
Hi Mark, i am anyways glad to know that one of these solution helped you. Thank you for letting me know.
Worked..had incompatible api
thank you so much you have helped me
You are welcome abson
It don’t work
This didn’t work. All apks get corrupted and there is a parsing error.
Iapplied all fixes above but still having the same problem.. pls. help me :-(
I was trying to root a Coby MID7015A with Firmware 2.1.
I am having difficulties due to the Cobyusa is no longer offering support.
So far everything I have tried dosent work.
O’well onto Ebay it goes…..
than you,great defination
It didn’t work it works on google play but not any other website u tried all methods
it worked. thanks!
Hi Prasantha. Good to see that Method Worked for you to fix this error. Enjoy !!!
Parsing problem solved my phone
parsing the package problam kiya hai
please solotion my parsing problem
Nothing is working for me . I still have a parse error problems . I’ve tried many times but there is no way.
thanks .. that was great help and useful information
all app are instal very easily but when i instal fb messenger then show me parsing package error .
plz help me how to instal fb messenger .
ya i too have the same problem
I forgot to tell you.. the title of this notice is ( describe error ) not ( parsing error )
I got this problem, but I was not installing any app.. the problem is when this notice appear, it comes after i enable mobile data Internet doesn’t work.. I tried to restart the phone, it worked but it come again and internet stop again.. plz help me
thanks
Hi mine is hcl me tablet .it contains me apps like playstore which contains all apps to free download .and i started
downloading skype .it allowed me as my tab has compatibility for it.after 100%it showed that download failed and when.i saw my downloads and i got that parsing msg..i allowed unknown sources..but no result same parsing msg plz help
downloaded batterybot pro apk file but is not compitable with my Samsung galaxy s duos s7562. but while downloading it is clearly mentioned that it needs above 2.1 Android and mine is 4.0…..and I downloaded the file completely. please help to solve this issue…..thank in advance…….
My Note 3 tries to update Samsung Apps store, it downloads the necessary file by itself but when it comes to installation, parse message appears. I have allowed unknown sources. And if it wasn’t compatible then why would it try to update? Please help.
I cant find the allow unknown sources on my galaxy s3
Not true…. none of it!!! problem is in your sd card. back it up. format>>>>>>>> and retry… booooooooommmmmmmmmm there is the sollution.
it WORKSSS THANKS YOO
he . its not the solution i think .. the main problem of almost all is to root their phone .. rooting your phone will give the solution i hope
Not all users have Rooted Phone so that is not the Solution here, Above listed are the main solution to this problem of parsing error in Android But thanks for your Comment.
No, my phone is rooted but i have same problem..
Doesnt help..
Did not work on my Samsung Galaxy S 1 (old but useful)
Every app I got from my PC didn’t work. If I get an app from the Browser “Error parsing package”…
Do you mean you, you download .apk files on your PC and then Paste those on your Samsung galaxy to install in it ?
Pokemon go i cannot install it in india and it was from vidimate and Your steps dont eork on the smart phone admin pls reply
i have tried d first step after re sending d apps through xender to my phone. it stil didnt work beside my unknown source was nt even d problem.
am using a small samsung phone..when i bought the phone, i was not able to do bbm cos its a 2:4:6 phone but my friend help me ugradef it…then i was able to do bbm until last 3 weeks wen i had to format my fone bcos of some problem
now my bbm has refused to work
dunno wat to do
I am running the latest stable carbon rom on my sprint galaxy s3. All of my .apks stored on my sdcard are giving me this error and all of the settings are correct. Even new apps from G play are acting up, but aren’t giving the message.
I recently encrypted the phone, which has caused many problems that I have worked through. I assume the parsing error is from this. Have you heard of anything like that before?
Hi Austin, its strange and i have not heard of this Earlier, But now i know and you have your answer itself, Redownloading the Apks is the only option i can see.
Lol i felt a bit dumb for forgetting to allow unknown sources. SMH good post :-)
Great, Nice to know that Somehow you fixed the parsing error problem.
Thanks for letting us know.
the problem is still there
Hi George, Are you sure you performed all the above methods?
These should actually solve your problem, can you please explain us in more detail?