Verify APK Checksum
Use checksums to verify your downloaded APK is authentic and hasn't been modified.
Last updated: January 22, 2026
What is a Checksum?
A checksum is a unique "fingerprint" calculated from file contents:
- Unique to file: Any change creates different checksum
- One-way: Can't recreate file from checksum
- Verification: Compare your file's checksum to official
- Detect tampering: Modified files have different checksums
Checksum Types
| Algorithm | Length | Security | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| MD5 | 32 characters | ๐ก Basic | Quick verification |
| SHA-1 | 40 characters | ๐ก Moderate | Legacy systems |
| SHA-256 | 64 characters | โ Strong | Recommended |
SHA-256 is recommended for security verification. MD5 is faster but less secure.
How to Verify Checksum
Windows (PowerShell)
- Open PowerShell โ Search "PowerShell" in Start menu
- Navigate to download folder โ
cd Downloads - Run checksum command:
Get-FileHash 1xbet.apk -Algorithm SHA256 - Compare result โ Match with official checksum
Windows (Command Prompt)
- Open Command Prompt โ Search "cmd" in Start menu
- Navigate to folder โ
cd Downloads - Run:
certutil -hashfile 1xbet.apk SHA256 - Compare result โ Match with official
Mac / Linux
- Open Terminal
- Navigate to folder โ
cd ~/Downloads - Run:
shasum -a 256 1xbet.apk - Compare result โ Match with official
Android
- Install file manager โ With hash checking (e.g., Solid Explorer)
- Find APK file โ In Downloads
- Check properties โ Look for checksum/hash option
- Compare โ Match with official
Online Checksum Tools
If you prefer not to use command line:
- Online calculators: Upload file or paste to calculate hash
- Browser extensions: Right-click to check file hash
- VirusTotal: Shows checksums alongside scan results
Interpreting Results
| Result | Meaning | Action |
|---|---|---|
| โ Checksums match exactly | File is authentic | Safe to install |
| โ Checksums don't match | File was modified | Do NOT install, re-download |
| ๐ก Different version | May be different APK version | Check version number |
Why Checksums Might Differ
If your checksum doesn't match official:
- โ Modified file: Someone altered the APK (malware)
- โ Corrupted download: File damaged during transfer
- ๐ก Different version: You have older/newer version
- ๐ก Wrong file: Comparing different APK files
- ๐ก Wrong algorithm: Using MD5 when comparing SHA256
If mismatch: Delete the file and download again from official source.
Common Questions
Is checksum verification necessary?
It's not strictly required if you download from official sources, but it provides extra assurance the file wasn't corrupted or tampered with during download.
MD5 vs SHA256 โ which should I use?
SHA256 is more secure and recommended. MD5 is faster but theoretically vulnerable to collision attacks. For practical purposes, either works for basic verification.
Where do I find official checksums?
Official checksums should be published on the same page where you download the APK, or on the official 1xBet website. Compare carefully.
Can checksums be faked?
If you get both the APK and checksum from a fake website, both could be fake. That's why you should get the checksum from the official 1xBet website.
Best Practice
- Always download APK from official 1xBet website
- Get checksum from official source (not same page as APK)
- Use SHA256 for verification
- Re-download if checksums don't match
- Combine with signature verification for maximum security