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Quality

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Build high-quality apps and games

There are four pillars of Android app quality. High-quality apps and games deliver value to users, are delightful to use, make the most of premium devices, and are designed for safety. Use these guidelines to build great experiences on Android, and increase your chances of being featured on Google Play.

Core value

Apps and games should deliver user value by being useful or fun.

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User experience

Apps and games should be delightful to use.

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Technical quality

Apps and games should make the most of premium devices.

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Privacy and security

Learn to design your apps and games for safety.

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Getting featured on Google Play

Great apps deliver unique user value and deliver delightful experiences across all supported form factors. High-quality apps and games are rewarded with increased visibility on Google Play.

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Creating a high-quality store presence

In addition to the four pillars of app quality, Google Play also considers the quality of marketing assets when selecting which apps and games to feature.

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Design for different form factors and screen sizes

Non-mobile form factors like tablets, foldables and watches are the fastest growing segment of Android devices, and many Android users now own more than one device. Follow Android guidelines to deliver high-quality user experiences on these devices.

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Quality guidelines for Wear apps and watch faces.

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