Security & package analysis
Review the package IDs, file hashes, signing-certificate fingerprints, and VirusTotal results for the specific New HappyMod and classic HappyMod APKs linked on this site.
VirusTotal reports
Both report pages currently show 0 detections from 68 security vendors. Snapshot checked October 4, 2026; results and vendor totals can change.
Version 3.5.1 · 16.86 MB on VirusTotal
com.happymod.app5bf3cbed521cfca0fd043cff54448476013a8ad897a1c98495234a14960a6d2728cae42d76723a216a4bfb1b709050b08a55d97edc89e960f59eb3e0fee1ba469b603048Version 3.4.5 · 20.71 MB on VirusTotal
com.happymod.apk1aa5a29fb40274dfc96922f73b74654c3d7de820f6988f27acd3e50b61a68c7d3010e0201dfe2336b254c43e5eac728f8f16d0f9eab6ffb4ccef615c7a6b015210e09b1fHow to use these values: SHA-256 and MD5 are file checksums, not signing certificates. After downloading an APK, calculate its SHA-256 and compare it with the matching report above; a mismatch means it is not the same file. A matching hash identifies the file contents, but does not establish that its publisher is trustworthy. The certificate subject is self-reported certificate metadata, not independent proof of an official publisher.
At a glance
The package IDs and certificate fingerprints differ. Android therefore treats these as separate apps rather than as an update to one another.
Why the ID changed
Different package names let both editions remain installed on one Android device.
According to the project history published for these releases, the original HappyMod team disbanded. The classic com.happymod.apk app remains available, but parts of its service have become unreliable or are no longer actively maintained, including new mod listings, catalog updates, and community ratings and comments.
com.happymod.app is described as a continuation developed by members of the former team. It aims to carry forward the familiar catalog and app features while continuing to add mod updates, new data, mini-games, and maintained community functions. Similar appearance or features do not make it the same Android app: the package ID and signing certificate shown in the reports are different.
Because Android identifies apps by package ID, installing one does not replace the other. They keep separate app data and settings. Install each from its own download button below; no uninstall or data migration is needed to compare them.
Android installation
The steps are the same for both downloads. Menu names can vary by Android version and device manufacturer.
Choose either New HappyMod or Old HappyMod above and wait for the download to finish.
Tap the APK in your browser's download list or in the device's Files app.
If prompted, open Settings and allow your browser or file manager to install unknown apps. Return to the installer.
Review the Android prompt, tap Install, then open the app when installation completes.
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