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Verify app complies with latest Android SDK and Google Play policies.

App-store optimization

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    Why this matters

    Ensuring your app targets the latest SDK and complies with Google Play policies maintains compatibility, security, and eligibility for the store.

    A STARTING-POINT EXAMPLE

    Hypothetical standard operating procedure

    Adapt this example to your site, access, tools, and change process. It is our suggested procedure, informed by the sources below.

    1. Check app build configuration for targetSdk and compileSdk versions and update to latest stable release.
    2. Review Android Manifest for deprecated or non-SDK interfaces and remove them.
    3. Audit app for use of third-party SDKs, and update all to latest stable versions.
    4. Confirm app content adheres to Google Play Developer Content Policies.
    5. Submit app to internal Google Play testing track to validate compliance before public release.

    Watch for

    Using outdated SDKs or violating policies may lead to app rejection or removal.

    Definition of done

    App targets latest SDK versions; passes Google Play policy compliance checks without issues.

    Sources & attribution

    1. Android Core App Quality Guidelines (2021-05-17) ↗

    Original checklist wording and example SOP by Best SEO Checklist, using source-grounded AI assistance. Editorial contact: Ted Kubaitis, @tedkubaitis on Teams. Check current source guidance before implementation.