Google changes Play Store rules; adds data deletion requirement for apps

Google is adding a data deletion requirement to its Play Store rules to allow users request apps to delete accounts and associated data. Listings within the store will have display links in the “Data deletion” area to request apps to delete their accounts and/or data. Google also shared that temporary deactivation or freezing of accounts won’t be enough to meet the requirements of data deletion for developers. The new Play Store rule will be implemented next year, and developers have been asked to details on their data deletion practices by December 7 this year.