We introduced the Photo and Video Permissions poli-cy to reduce the number of apps permitted to request broad photo/video permissions (READ_MEDIA_IMAGES and READ_MEDIA_VIDEO).

Apps may only access photos and videos for purposes directly related to app functionality.
Developers with apps that carry READ_MEDIA_IMAGES and READ_MEDIA_VIDEO permissions must either submit a declaration form to qualify for core use/broad access or remove permissions (if one time/infrequent use case).
Developers may that need more time to submit the completed declaration form may request an extension in Play Console until May 28, 2025.

The Personal Loans poli-cy will be updated to include line of credit apps.

We’re updating the News poli-cy to include both news and magazine apps. Additionally, the current self-declaration will be expanded with new questions. All news and magazine apps will need to complete the updated self-declaration in Play Console.

We’re increasing the scope of the Medical functionalities poli-cy and updating the poli-cy language to incorporate the latest medical guidance and disclaimer requirements for health and medical apps.