Google is gearing up to clean up the Play Store by removing risky and low-quality apps to enhance the Android user experience. The tech giant is updating its Spam and Minimum Functionality policy, effective August 31st, with a focus on maintaining a store full of engaging, stable, and responsive apps. Here’s what you need to […]

– Google will no longer allow apps that crash, force close, freeze, or function abnormally.
– Apps that are designed to do nothing or have limited functionality will be removed from the Play Store.
– Examples include apps that install but don’t load or load but are not responsive.
– Apps with static content or very little engagement with the user may also face removal.

In past clean-up efforts in 2020, Google removed popular apps with millions of installs for violating these policies. The goal is to ensure that every app installed on an Android device loads and runs smoothly to prevent potential security risks. Malicious actors could use non-functional apps as a gateway to distribute malware.

The updated policy rules go into effect on August 31st. Expect to see fewer apps in the Play Store as Google works towards improving the overall app shopping experience for users. Stay tuned for a cleaner and more reliable app storefront on your Android device!