A screen protector installation tray can include an alignment tray, a screen protector retained within the alignment tray via a retention adhesive, and a removable cover disposed on an opposing side of the alignment tray. Also, a method for applying a mobile device screen protector to a mobile device, including retaining a screen protector within an alignment tray via a retention adhesive, applying the alignment tray to the mobile device, disengaging the retention adhesive, interfacing the screen protector with a screen of the mobile device, and removing the alignment tray. Additionally, a mobile device screen protector installation kit, including an alignment tray, a screen protector, and instructions for applying a screen protector to a screen of a mobile device.