How to exit Android 15 beta without losing your data

Google has just released Android 15 beta 4.2 and announced that Android 15 Quarterly Platform Release (QPR1) beta 1 is just around the corner. 

If you're part of the Beta Program, this could be the ideal time to decide to stay on the Beta Program or jump to the stable. If you want to leave the program without wiping your data, Gadinsider can you help with this in no time.

What's happening with Android 15 beta?

Google has pushed out new releases of Android 15 beta quite frequently, with the latest release being beta 4.2. The tech giant has now announced the next cycle, which would focus on Android 15 Quarterly Platform Release 1 QPR1 beta 1, targeting bug fixes and improvements related to stability and performance.

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How to leave Beta Program without losing data

If you want to exit the Beta Program and switch to the stable release of Android 15, you need to unenroll before QPR1 beta 1 is released. Here's how:

Opt out of the program

1. Ignore the downgrade over-the-air (OTA) update (it will have 'Downgrade' in the description).
2. Wait for the final public stable release of Android 15 (AP3A), which is coming soon.
3. By following these steps, you can avoid wiping your data and switch to the stable release of Android 15.
4. Note that if you exit the program after QPR1 beta 1 is installed, you will lose your data.

Important dates to remember

If you opt out after August, and your device was already offered the update QPR1 beta 1, please do not install it, and follow the procedure mentioned above.

If you've installed the new beta, you'll need to wait until December to leave the program without wiping your data.