Google’s new policy allows users to remove their account information from the app
Google has introduced a new “data deletion policy” aimed at giving users more clarity and control over their in-app data, requiring Android apps to allow users to delete their accounts from the app and the web.
“For apps that allow the creation of an app account, developers will soon have to provide the ability to initiate account and data deletion in the app and online,” Google said in a blog post.
According to the company, the goal of the change is to “better educate” users about managing their data and increase trust in both apps and the Play Store in general.
Additionally, developers can provide users with more options – users who don’t want to delete their entire account can only delete specific data (such as activity history, photos or videos).
In cases where developers have a legitimate reason to retain certain data, such as security, fraud prevention or regulatory compliance, they must clearly disclose those practices, the company said.
The practice will come into effect in stages.
The technology giant mentioned that content creators have until December 7 to answer data deletion questions in their app’s security form.
Google Play users will start seeing changes on their app’s information page in early 2024.
Developers who need more time can apply for an extension on the Play Console until May 31, 2024 to comply with the new policy.
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