Google has mandated that developers of Health and fitness or Medical apps on Google Play complete a health apps declaration by specific deadlines in 2024. This guide details the steps to ensure compliance.
IN THIS ARTICLE
1. A step by step guide
2. Frequently Asked Questions
1. A step by step guide
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Login to Google Play Console and choose your app.
- Scroll down from the left side to Policy and Programs ==> App Content.
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- You will find 1 declaration need attention.
- Start declaration.
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- Select all what applies to your app and its features.
- Save.
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Important Details
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Who Needs to Comply?
- All developers with apps categorized under Health & Fitness or Medical on Google Play.
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Definition of Health & Fitness Apps
- Apps that help users manage health and fitness by tracking or syncing information on fitness, nutrition, wellness, sleep, and stress management.
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Deadline for Submission
- Developers with the earliest deadlines must comply by May 31, 2024. Other developers have deadlines later in the year.
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Impact of Non-Compliance
- Non-compliance may result in app removal from Google Play.
For more details, visit the Google Health & Fitness Apps Declaration page.
2. Frequently Asked Questions
- Who needs to complete the health apps declaration?
All developers with apps in the Health & Fitness or Medical categories on Google Play must complete the declaration.
- What is the deadline for submission?
Some developers must comply by May 31, 2024, while others may have later deadlines.
- What happens if I don’t comply?
Non-compliance may lead to app removal from Google Play.