ETtech Explainer: Why did Google delist popular Indian apps like Naukri, Shaadi, others?
Google on Friday removed several popular apps by ten Indian developers from its Play Store, citing non-compliance with billing policies. This move has sparked a contentious dispute between the tech giant and Indian developers over what they perceive as Google’s «unfair» policies. But less than a day later, it started reinstating some of the apps on the Play Store, which began complying with its billing norms.
Which apps have been impacted?
Among the delisted apps were Bharat Matrimony, Telugu Matrimony, Tamil Matrimony, Marathi Matrimony, Matrimony.com’s Jodii and People Group’s Shaadi.com, along with dating apps Truly Madly and QuackQuack.
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Why did Google remove these apps from its Play Store?
Google took this action following its announcement to enforce its payment policy, which involves removing apps from developers who fail to comply.
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