# Updating AnimalTrakker® Farm Mobile **Note:** these directions were developed with our recommended hardware. Your steps may differ slightly on other platforms. [[AnimalTrakker® Farm Mobile Overview|AnimalTrakker® Farm Mobile]] is the workhorse of many [[Start Here|AnimalTrakker®]] functions. As such, it's important to keep Farm Mobile up to date. The easiest way to update Farm Mobile is by downloading the newest version of the app directly to your device [from our website](https://animaltrakker.com/animaltrakker-farm-mobile/). You can also update Farm Mobile via sync-enabled cable from your computer or via email, if you prefer, though [[Sending AnimalTrakker® Data|these methods]] are more involved. **Before you update AnimalTrakker® Farm Mobile**, make sure you [[Android Preferences, Permissions, and Troubleshooting#Allow Unknown Applications|allow unknown applications]] on your device. Always [[Backing Up Your Database on a Tablet|back up your database]] before updating AnimalTrakker®. ## Step One: Prepare Your Device 1. Start by making sure AnimalTrakker® is not running on your device. Long press on the AnimalTrakker® icon and select **App Info**. Hit **Force Stop**, if available. 2. [[Uninstalling Farm Mobile|Uninstall]] the old version of AnimalTrakker®. ## Step Two: Download and Install the .APK 1. In your browser, navigate to the AnimalTrakker® Farm Mobile Executable Files section on our main website [using this link](https://animaltrakker.com/animaltrakker-farm-mobile/). 2. Choose the version you wish to download. The tablet versions each have the version number in the filename. We recommend downloading the newest stable version in most cases. 3. Download or move the file to your tablet. 4. A dialog box may pop up asking if you want to install AnimalTrakker®. If not, navigate to and open the .APK. If you downloaded it directly from our website onto your tablet, it should be located in **Files** > **Internal Storage** > **Download**. 5. You'll receive a pop-up that warns about an unknown file. Select continue. 6. Add the icon to your main screen for easy access. ## Step Three: Reset Permissions The first time you open the AnimalTrakker® application, you'll be asked to [[Setting Android Permissions|reset your permissions]]. AnimalTrakker® needs **Unrestricted Data** and **Unrestricted Storage** permissions to function properly. We also require that you **turn off** the option to allow Android to remove data from unused applications. ## Step Four: Load New Database 1. Start AnimalTrakker® and select **Database Management**. Choose **Select New Database**. 2. Select the database that corresponds to the version you're running. 3. Re-enter your EID reader, BaaCode reader, scale and printer settings by using the three dots on the upper right corner of the main AnimalTrakker® screen.