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Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish • 13 days ago

Google plans to begin verifying the identity of all developers who distribute apps on Android, even if it’s outside the Play Store, starting September 2026

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Google plans to begin verifying the identity of all developers who distribute apps on Android, even if it’s outside the Play Store, starting September 2026

android-developers.googleblog.com

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Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish • 13 days ago

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A new layer of security for certified Android devices

android-developers.googleblog.com

Starting in 2026 and in select countries first, Android apps must be registered to a verified developer in order to be installed.

cross-posted from: https://programming.dev/post/36316138

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  Yup, makes sense. You do it in the beginning and then you forget about it. Until you change a phone. 😊

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