10-27-2026 07:14 AM
Hi,
When attempting to download the GlobalProtect App from the Google Play Store, the default version hosted in the store is 6.3.5. This is in direct contradiction to the compatibility matrix, which suggests Android only supports up to GlobalProtect v6.
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As such, upon installing the App, users encounter Client certificate issues that are not present on 6.1, assuming this is because 6.3 is not supported. If so, then why is 6.3 the default version on the Play Store? Why do we need to install GlobalProtect 6.1 via a custom APK just for it to work, or is there another recommended process?
The installation guides are devoid of any advice for installing GlobalProtect beyond 6.1 (GlobalProtect App for Android), so I am assuming the published version in the App Store is incorrect. Can you confirm this, please?
Many thanks,
10-27-2026 10:42 AM
What is the Android version in the phone?
10-27-2026 10:44 AM
Hi Raido,
Both Android 15 & 16 have been tested.
Thanks.
10-27-2026 10:51 AM
I'm not shocked to see the compatibility matrix lagging behind what is actually being pushed out. 6.3.5 is correct if you are just downloading straight from Google, but it also brings about stricter certificate requirements than what older versions did. Unlike in 6.1, GlobalProtect 6.3 will strictly enforce full-chain verification which is a major departure from what they were doing previously.
You will need to either keep deploying 6.1 manually until it is no longer supported, or you will need to validate and fix your chain trust issue. If your service profile you're using for GlobalProtect doesn't actively bundle the intermediate and root bundle Android will have issues with 6.3. You wouldn't notice this issue on Windows or macOS since these will by default go out and fetch the missing chain certificates.
11-11-2026 02:25 AM
Hi BPry,
Appreciate the suggestion. But, we've been able to confirm the full chain is installed onto the Android devices.
11-11-2026 06:18 PM
Is your GlobalProtect portal/gateway sending full chain?
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