The last thing Google developers want to see is receiving an email stating that their account has been terminated, which hinders both initial investment and later release. Even though their account does not seem to have violated any rules, they receive an email stating that their account has been identified as high-risk behavior. What exactly is causing this? This article will tell you the answer.
1、The main reason for account termination
1. Malicious software and inappropriate behavior
There are trojans, spyware, or unauthorized data collection in the application, including the integration of non compliant third-party SDKs (especially those with advertising fraud or privacy leakage risks)
2. Deception and illegal operations
The application description is seriously inconsistent with the actual function, with hidden functions, or deceptive or illegal operations in application promotion and advertising display
3. Policy violations
Unauthorized use of others’ trademarks or copyrighted content, publishing highly sensitive applications that require additional qualifications such as loans and healthcare, seriously violates Google’s development policies
4. Related account issues
Using the same payment method, device, or source code as the banned account, Google will determine high-risk behavior and directly terminate the relevant account
5. Traffic and market violations
There are behaviors such as manipulating ratings through brushing volume and false comments, or launching batch cloning applications to maliciously exploit system vulnerabilities
2、How to avoid account termination
1. Check code compliance before release
Scan the application to ensure no malicious logic, minimize permission requests, and clearly state the purpose in the privacy policy. Only integrate SDKs from legitimate channels to avoid ads or statistical components from unknown sources. Keep SDK version and source records for easy auditing
2. Pay attention to environmental isolation for multiple accounts
Use independent legal entity information, payment information, and developer data, maintain standardization, and avoid reusing identical information in multiple accounts to avoid account association, especially in account environments. Avoid behaviors where multiple accounts use the same IP or low-quality IP. It is recommended to use IPNut’s static proxy to help isolate account environments and improve packet loading rates
3. Application information transparency
The application description, screenshots, and functional instructions must be consistent with reality, and false advertising or induced downloads are prohibited. Black and gray methods such as buying and brushing are strictly prohibited. Advertising and in app purchases follow Google policies, ensuring clear information and transparent pricing
It is difficult to completely avoid account termination. It is recommended to learn more about the latest Google Developer App Upload regulations to avoid account problems caused by unintentional violations. You can also consider searching for overlooked details of violations from the mind map below. Even if the account has problems for the first time, it can be better avoided in the subsequent package loading process, reducing the probability of risk expansion
3、What should I do if my account is terminated
When we have to face the situation of account termination, there are the following details to pay attention to to to avoid operational errors that may lead to subsequent abnormalities:
1. Timely check email
Be sure to check the enforcement email sent by Google as soon as possible to avoid missing the opportunity to appeal. Google’s email will explain the basic reasons for termination (although sometimes vague), as shown in the following figure:
2. Stop publishing behavior
During the appeal period, do not create a new account or use the same information to upload the same application again. This may be considered as evading punishment, and doing so may result in the account being immediately associated. If the account is associated with the one that was found to be in violation, it will also be unable to be used normally in the future
3. Sort out related issues
If Google explicitly states that “associated accounts violate regulations”, try to sort out and disconnect those associations (such as replacing and compliantly organizing payment/legal person information), but still pay special attention. If your operation intentionally avoids punishment and creates a new account, it will violate relevant agreements and trigger permanent bans
4、Summary
With the continuous tightening of Google’s review system, as developers, we need to keep abreast of updates and changes in Google policies in a timely manner. Only by understanding the red lines of the rules can we improve the success rate of our bags.
