diff --git a/docs/SignedAPKAndroid.md b/docs/SignedAPKAndroid.md
index cb3065d44..91be8df78 100644
--- a/docs/SignedAPKAndroid.md
+++ b/docs/SignedAPKAndroid.md
@@ -87,7 +87,7 @@ The generated APK can be found under `android/app/build/outputs/apk/app-release.
 
 ### Testing the release build of your app
 
-Before uploading the release build to the Play Store, make sure you test it thoroughly. Install it on the device using:
+Before uploading the release build to the Play Store, make sure you test it thoroughly. First uninstall any previous version of the app you already have installed. Install it on the device using:
 
 ```sh
 $ react-native run-android --variant=release