By September 2026, all developers must be registered to enable sideloading. Developers who only distribute apps outside the Play Store have to create an account in the Android Developer Console.

Google has introduced Android developer verification, a system that requires developers to verify their identity before ...

Google is rolling out Android developer verification to all starting April 2026 with a deadline of September 2026. Here is ...

Google expands Android developer verification globally after September rollout, adding authentication and delays to ...

And it shares what the future holds ...

After detailing the “advanced flow” for sideloading earlier this month, Google is opening the Android developer verification ...

Google is starting to roll out its Android developer verification process with a phased rollout plan, alongside new rules and ...

Google has begun rolling out Android developer verification to all developers via the Android Developer and Play Developer ...

Though overshadowed by AI news this year, Google’s I/O 2024 developer conference also focuses on what’s new for those building for Android. This year, it’s Google Play that’s getting attention, with a ...

Summary: Google has pushed out a redesign of the Google Play Console with a new app dashboard, making it easier for developers to pinpoint the most important information about their app. The most ...

At Google Play, the team partners with developers to help their app or game business reach its full potential, providing powerful tools and insights every step of the way. In Google Play Console, ...