> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://faq.altstore.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://faq.altstore.io/altstore-pal/what-is-altstore-pal.md).

# What is AltStore PAL?

AltStore PAL is an official alternative app marketplace **available only in the EU, Japan, and Brazil.**  With AltStore PAL you can install apps not available in the App Store, but without the limitations of AltStore Classic.

You can download AltStore PAL now from our [website](https://altstore.io/download).

#### AltStore PAL v. AltStore Classic

If you've ever sideloaded before using AltStore (Classic) or are wondering about sideloading in general, here are some key differences:

<table><thead><tr><th>Feature</th><th width="202">AltStore PAL</th><th>AltStore Classic</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>EU, Japan, and Brazil Only</td><td>✅</td><td>❌</td></tr><tr><td>Installs Notarized Apps</td><td>✅</td><td>❌</td></tr><tr><td>Installs .ipa FIles</td><td>❌</td><td>✅</td></tr><tr><td>3rd Party Sources</td><td>✅</td><td>✅</td></tr><tr><td>Requires Computer</td><td>❌</td><td>✅</td></tr><tr><td>Apps Expire</td><td>❌</td><td>✅ (7 days)</td></tr><tr><td>Installed App Limit</td><td>❌</td><td>✅ (3 apps)</td></tr><tr><td>Full iOS App Capabilities</td><td>✅</td><td>❌</td></tr><tr><td>Requires Apple ID &#x26; Password</td><td>❌</td><td>✅</td></tr><tr><td>Supports JIT</td><td>❌</td><td>✅</td></tr></tbody></table>