What is Google Play's 'Target API Level requirement' policy enforcement, and what is the consequence for apps that do not meet it?
- A.Non-compliant apps are immediately removed from Google Play and cannot be reinstalled by any user; the developer must submit a policy exemption request to Google to regain distribution access
- B.Apps that miss the Target API Level requirement are automatically updated by Google Play to the required target level without developer action, using Play App Signing's ability to modify app configurations
- C.The Target API Level requirement only applies to apps in the 'Finance' and 'Health' categories; other apps are permanently exempt from targetSdkVersion requirements
- D.Google Play requires new apps and updates to target an API level within one or two years of the latest Android release; apps that do not meet the requirement cannot be submitted as updates, and existing non-compliant apps are hidden from new device searches (though still installable via direct link for existing users) - this ensures apps benefit from modern Android security features that targetSdkVersion gating activates