Google Play Store blocks AuroraStore, breaking app installs for GrapheneOS users

Play Store blocks AuroraStore, hurting GrapheneOS users

Aurora Store, the alternative Android app client popular on privacy-focused ROMs like GrapheneOS and CalyxOS, is hitting a wall: users report a persistent “Server busy, please try again later” error when installing or updating apps, even on the latest nightly. The issue appears tied to Google's backend, with anonymous accounts failing while some users find workarounds like refreshing accounts or switching VPN exit countries. The bug tracker is flooded with confirmations, and the community suspects Google is throttling or blocking third-party access.