---
title: "Add the SDK Dependency"
slug: "mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5-add-sdk-dependency"
description: "Learn how to add the Mapp Intelligence Android SDK v5 dependency, configure repositories, and prepare your Android project for integration."
updated: 2026-06-29T12:49:01Z
published: 2026-06-29T12:49:01Z
canonical: "docs.mapp.com/mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5-add-sdk-dependency"
---

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# Add the SDK Dependency

## Goal of this step

In this step, you add the Mapp Intelligence Android SDK v5 to your project and prepare your Android app to load it successfully at runtime.

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## Before you begin

Make sure your project already meets the requirements described in [Requirements & Compatibility](/v1/docs/mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5-requirements-compatibility).

> [!NOTE]
> **Note:** SDK v5 is configured directly in the app. Configuration via Tag Integration is no longer supported.

Always check the latest released version on [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/mapp-digital/mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5/releases).

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## Add the dependency

Pick the build configuration that matches your project setup. The SDK is published on Maven Central.

### Gradle (Groovy)

Add the dependency to your module-level `build.gradle`:

```groovy
dependencies {
    implementation 'com.mapp.sdk:intelligence-android:5.1.13'
}
```

### Gradle Kotlin DSL

If your project uses `build.gradle.kts`:

```kotlin
dependencies {
    implementation("com.mapp.sdk:intelligence-android:5.1.13")
}
```

### Maven

If you maintain dependencies in a Maven `pom.xml`:

```xml
<dependency>
    <groupId>com.mapp.sdk</groupId>
    <artifactId>intelligence-android</artifactId>
    <version>5.1.13</version>
</dependency>
```

---

## Confirm package source availability

Make sure your build environment can reach the package source you chose:

- **Maven Central:** `https://repo.maven.apache.org` must be reachable. Declare `mavenCentral()` in your repositories block:

```kotlin
repositories {
    google()
    mavenCentral()
}
```
- **Google Maven:** `https://maven.google.com` must also be reachable for AndroidX dependencies pulled in transitively.

---

## Network access on Android

The SDK sends tracking requests over HTTPS. Your Android app must declare the `INTERNET` permission in `AndroidManifest.xml`:

```xml
<uses-permission android:name="android.permission.INTERNET" />
```

Android's Network Security Configuration enforces HTTPS by default on API 28+; ensure your Track Domain uses `https://`.

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## Use a compatible build toolchain

The SDK targets Android 6.0 and later. Configure your Android project accordingly:

- **Min SDK:** API 23 (Android 6.0) or higher
- **Compile SDK:** 34 or higher (36 recommended for current releases)
- **JDK:** 17
- **Android libraries:** AndroidX is required

Example Gradle Kotlin DSL configuration:

```kotlin
android {
    compileOptions {
        sourceCompatibility = JavaVersion.VERSION_17
        targetCompatibility = JavaVersion.VERSION_17
    }
}

kotlin {
    jvmToolchain(17)
}
```

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## What this step should achieve

After this step:

- the SDK dependency resolves successfully from Maven Central
- your Android min SDK and JDK version match the SDK's requirements
- your app declares the `INTERNET` permission
- your Track Domain uses HTTPS

Next, continue with [Initialize the SDK](/v1/docs/mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5-initialize-sdk).

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## Related

- [Requirements & Compatibility](/v1/docs/mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5-requirements-compatibility)
- [Initialize the SDK](/v1/docs/mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5-initialize-sdk)
- [Configure Global Tracking](/v1/docs/mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5-configure-global-tracking)
- [Releases & Changelog](/v1/docs/mapp-intelligence-android-sdk-v5-releases-changelog)

Specify your Mapp Intelligence track domain. This information is provided by your account manager.