Get ready, Android app developers – Google is cracking down on subpar apps in its Play Store. The tech giant is upping its minimum quality requirements and will be removing apps that fall short of meeting expectations.
According to Google’s latest spam policy update, apps with “limited functionality and content” are on the chopping block. This includes text-only apps, single wallpaper apps, and even apps that serve no purpose at all. Come August 31st, these apps will bid farewell to the Play Store.
These new restrictions are joining the existing rules that already banned broken apps that don’t work properly. Google is on a mission to ensure that apps in its catalog meet high standards and provide users with quality functionality.
This isn’t the first time Google has taken steps to clean up its Play Store. Last year, a whopping 2.28 million apps were blocked for violating policies and posing security risks. Additionally, 333,000 “bad” Google Play accounts were banned for severe policy violations, fraud, and malware concerns.
So, developers, it’s time to step up your game – Google is raising the bar for app quality, and it’s non-negotiable. Let’s see what innovative and high-quality apps will rise to the top in this new era of Play Store standards.
