What’s new in Google Play and Android

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June 2026
Expanded billing choice and lower fees
Learn how Google Play is evolving with more billing flexibility, lower fees, and new programs to ensure you have the tools and adaptability needed to help your business thrive.
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Policy deadlines and reminders
Starting October 28, 2026:
Contacts permissions: Developers must use the Android Contact Picker for apps that do not require broad contact access. This more secure, easy-to-integrate alternative minimizes data collection and improves user safety.
Location permissions: To better protect user privacy, the location button is now the recommended minimum scope for apps requiring precise location. This update aligns with our sensitive permissions requirements and data minimization standards.
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What’s new in Play and Android
Android 17
Android 17 is here
Build orchestratable tools for AI agents with AppFunctions, adapt natively to mandatory large-screen resizability, and implement next-generation multitasking built exclusively with Jetpack Compose.
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Prioritizing memory efficiency for Android 17
Android 17 is introducing app memory limits to safeguard device stability and multitasking. Learn five essential optimization strategies you should adopt to future-proof your apps and avoid forced terminations.
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New tools for discovery and growth
ICYMI: top news from Google I/O
Learn how Google Play is changing the way users discover your apps and games on and beyond the store. Plus, don’t miss the tools we unveiled that are helping you scale your business with less complexity.
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Your top questions: account transfers
Got 60 seconds? We're explaining secure developer account transfers
We're walking you through the official way to transfer account ownership within Play Console, how our seven-day cooling-off period gives your team time to notice and block unauthorized hijack attempts, and how verifying the new owner ensures a safe transition.
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Developer spotlight
Pix Automático is rolling out on Google Play in Brazil
Pix Automático is rolling out in Brazil, letting users pay for subscriptions and one-time products via the country’s top payment method. This automated, recurring debit system allows developers to reach new users and capture recurring revenue streams.
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