npax - Slashdot User

Submission + - Privacy nightmare as Google plans to publish your home address (dev.to) 1

Submitted by npax on Friday October 25, 2024 @12:17PM

npax writes: I've been affected by this, and it was surprising to see my address in the 'App Support' section of my free app!

From the article:
"In recent months, Google Play has rolled out a new account verification process that applies to all developers. These policies require developers to provide verified information to continue distributing their apps on the platform. The objective, according to Google, is to ensure that the apps available on Google Play meet high standards of quality and reduce the risk of malicious software being distributed."

Submission + - Google Play personal dev account: home address displayed on app listing

Submitted by npax on Friday October 25, 2024 @05:07AM

npax writes: Google's verification process entails sending them your ID and utility bills from which they take your address and display it in the App Support section of the app listing "to provide transparency to our users, and avoid potential regulatory issues".

That's not very nice. In fact it must really suck if you're a small indy developer earning income from your apps and wish your home address to be kept private!

Slashdot Top Deals