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# Introducing Firebase App Indexing

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## Summary

Firebase App Indexing (formerly Google App Indexing) lets mobile apps surface content in Google Search, letting users launch installed apps directly from search results or see an install prompt if the app isn't installed. Google cites research showing the average US mobile user has 36 apps but rarely uses 75% of them, and that 40% of searches return results for indexed apps. Developers can integrate the Firebase App Indexing SDK to improve content ranking and gain re-engagement, with setup details available on the Firebase Developers site.

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