Publishing an Android app on Google Play has grown significantly more stringent over recent years. Google's automated policy review bots and human QA teams routinely reject submissions for missing privacy clauses, incomplete Data Safety questionnaires, or unverified developer credentials. Here is JMD WORLD’s battle-tested 2026 release checklist for first-pass approval.
1. Developer Account & Identity Verification
- DUNS Number for Organizations: Business accounts require a verified 9-digit Dun & Bradstreet (D-U-N-S®) number and official registration documents (MSME/GST in India).
- Government ID & Address Verification: Personal developer accounts must complete biometric and official document verification.
2. Technical Build Prerequisites
- Target SDK Level: Must target at least Android 14 (API 34) or Android 15 (API 35) for all new releases.
- Android App Bundle (.aab): Standalone APKs are rejected for new store listings; AAB format with Play App Signing is mandatory.
- 64-bit Architecture: Ensure native C/C++ libraries include
arm64-v8aandx86_64slices.
3. Critical Policy & Privacy Disclosures
- Live HTTPS Privacy Policy URL: Must explicitly disclose third-party SDKs (AdMob, Firebase, Google Play Billing) and cookie usage.
- Data Safety Section: Accurately report what data is collected (e.g., location, crash logs, device IDs) and whether it is encrypted in transit.
- Account Deletion URL: If your app allows user registration, you must provide a publicly accessible web link where users can request complete account and data deletion.
Conclusion
Following this checklist guarantees that your application complies with all Google Play Developer Program policies, saving you weeks of stressful rejection cycles and ensuring a seamless release.
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