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The app provides quick and easy access to FT.com’s news, markets data and portfolios.</p> <p>Below is an FAQ answering some of the most common queries about our app.</p> <h3>Android app FAQ</h3> <ul class="smallq concertina"> <li><span class="question">What devices does it work on?</span> <ul> <li>The app is optimised for phones and tablets running Android v 4.0 and above.</li> </ul> </li> <li><span class="question">How do I get the application onto my device?</span> <ul> <li>Android users can download the application from the <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20160505142041/https://play.google.com/">Google Play store</a>.</li> </ul> </li> <li><span class="question">Do I need to pay for the application?</span> <ul> <li>The app is free to download. After registering, which is also free, users can view 3 free articles per month, have access to their FT.com portfolio, markets data and FT video. Full FT.com subscription is required to gain unlimited access. You can subscribe either within the application or on FT.com.</li> </ul> </li> <li><span class="question">I can’t sign in to the application</span> <ul> <li>Don’t forget your email address and password are the same as on FT.com. They are CASE SENSITIVE so you will need to enter your details into the app appropriately. If you have forgotten your password, click on the ‘forgot password’ button on the sign-in screen, and follow the instructions.</li> </ul> </li> <li><span class="question">I can’t sign in to the application but I am using the correct details</span> <ul> <li>If you are sure you are entering the correct login details for your account but are not able to log in, there may be a problem with your account. 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Then, you will be able to read content even if you don’t have a signal.</li> <li>When you regain your signal you can hit the ‘refresh’ button to the right of the page to update your content once again.</li> </ul> </li> <li><span class="question">How do I remove the application from my Android device?</span> <ul> <li>Where the FT app is pre-installed on devices the app cannot be removed. However, those devices which do not have the app pre-installed can remove the app via Settings > Applications > Manage applications > FT Mobile > Uninstall.</li> </ul> </li> <li><span class="question">I cannot view my FT.com portfolio</span> <ul> <li>The portfolio feature is available to registered users or subscribers who have previously set up a portfolio on FT.com. You will not be able to set up a new portfolio via the application. 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