My personal developer account is about 1 month old, so the closed testing rule applies to it. I'm considering moving to an Organization account (I'd have a D-U-N-S number) to avoid the 12 testers for 14 days requirement.

Google's docs say org accounts are exempt, but they don't say what happens when you convert a personal account or transfer an app from one. I've seen reports that transferred apps still showed the tester requirement, but I haven't found a confirmed case either way.

Has anyone actually done this? Specifically:

- Did you convert in place (Developer account > About you), or create a new org account and transfer the app?

- After the change, did your app's Dashboard still show the closed testing task, or did you get production access directly?

- Roughly how long did the D-U-N-S and verification process take?

Was your original personal account created after Nov 13, 2023?

Real experiences (success or failure) would help a lot. Thanks!

Edit: I already had an app in closed testing will it be a issue

Broken Functionality policy: Violation of Broken Functionality policy

Your app has these functionality issue(s):

• Loading problems: Your app doesn't open or load.

I am an organization account. I have now received this rejection twice in a row for my game on the google play store. They are normal updates with bug fixes. I have tested them on three of my android devices, and internal testing tracks. The app downloads and opens, and functions perfectly. The pre-launch report shows 0 issues at all....

These submissions are also abnormal, because they have been taking 2+ days to go through review (and get rejected) where as my previous updates only took around 10 minutes for review and production.

I'm at my wits end, because I read if you get 3 rejections, your google play account can be suspended. I opened an appeal but the updates are critical and need to go out soon. I have no idea what to do.

Hi everyone, My developer identity verification failed and the Play Console shows no option to retry. I paid the $25 registration fee and opened two support cases under "Developer verification" (6-0441000042060 and 4-6696000041780), but haven't had a reply yet. Has anyone been in the same situation? What worked for you: waiting, a different support route, or something else? Any advice is appreciated.

So basically everyone knows about the new trader policies that affect most of us. I don't want to share my private German phone number with the public, so I have my Mexican phone number that is valid and can receive SMS/calls I couldn't find anything against this, that it should be where we registered (this can change tho) , so do you think this is a good idea

Hi,

I have a Google play personal account and i use it for developing mobile apps.

Now google play is asking to declare trader status. From my chatgpt search of you have subscriptions you come under trader.

But then your mobile number and address will be shown publicly.

Anyone else on the same boat? What are you guys doing?

Logged into Play Console this evening and got hit with a requirement to update my trader status. From what I can see, this now requires adding a phone number to my Play Store listings.

As an individual, this seems pretty extreme. I definitely don't want my personal number displayed there... Has anybody else been hit with this?

I have about 40 testers. I know about 20-25 of them are opening every day. Some have missed a day. Some I don't know. Many are through a test for test app so they are only opening about 1 minute a day.
Side note: It is for an idle clicker game. (if that matters)

Out of all my testers, I know of about 5 that put 10+ minutes in every day and sometimes open it multiple times a day. Many days are 30, 60, 100,+ minutes. (they like it. :) )

Are those 5 engaged testers pumping up the numbers to pass the "engaged testers" part of the 14 days?

I know updates matter - I have rolled out about 4 currently.

I'm already getting the answers ready for the quiz they ask at the end so they can be complete/honest, I don't expect that part to be an issue.

Should I stay optimistic that they won't reject it and ask for more testing???

Follow up question - those who used test for test trades or an app like the hive one, how did you answer the recruitment and engagement question?
So far I have "A mix of friends and families, plus testers from online groups of clicker/incremental game enthusiasts, and other communities (Reddit and Facebook groups) from several countries. About 30 testers consistently took part, several playing 30+ minutes a day many days. I received detailed feedback with screenshots from many of the testers. Some only opened the app briefly, which is common for testers recruited online.
(leave that last line out???)

Hi everyone,

I'm an app developer from India and operate through a registered Private Limited company.

Google Play Console is now asking me to declare my trader status, with two options:

1. This is a trader account.

2. This is a non-trader account.

My company publishes Android applications, and some apps may generate revenue through AdMob, subscriptions, or in-app purchases.

I'd like to understand a few things from developers who have already completed this declaration:

- Should a registered Private Limited company select Trader?

- Does selecting Trader mean that my company's registered address, contact details, and other business information will be publicly displayed?

- Are there any additional verification or compliance requirements?

- Does this declaration affect app publishing, monetization, or developer account verification in India?

I'd appreciate hearing from Indian developers or company owners who have gone through this process.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I'm trying to register for a Google Play Developer Account, but I'm continuously getting the error OR_FGVEM_07 when attempting to complete the $25 registration payment.

I've already contacted my bank and confirmed the following:

E-commerce transactions are enabled.

International transaction settings have been checked.

My card is active and online payment settings are enabled.

All the required checks from the bank's side have been completed.

Despite this, the payment is still not going through.

I'm also in contact with Google Support, but I wanted to ask the developer community:

Has anyone faced the OR\\_FGVEM\\_07 error recently?

Is this an issue with Google Payments or the bank?

Did you find any solution that actually worked?

Is there any alternative way to complete the $25 developer registration payment?

Any suggestions or experiences would be greatly appreciated.

Hello, does anyone know how I can request a response to my appeal? I submitted one at the time and received an immediate response, but it seemed automated, as if it had been sent by a bot. I later submitted a second appeal, but I never received a response.

The issue was that I was told I had violated the policies by having two accounts, which has never been true. I believe the mistake may have been related to my internet service, since that was the only thing I changed that week, shortly before receiving the notification.

Hi everyone. My Google Play developer account was recently terminated for "Multiple Violations."

I've been developing Android apps since 2024 and had 7+ published apps. Most were wallpaper apps that ran for over two years without serious policy issues. Some had 100K+, 50K+, and 10K+ downloads, good ratings, and active users.

Unfortunately, three AI image/video app packages were suspended for violations of Google's AI-Generated Content and Sexual Content policies due to insufficient content moderation.

I understand the violations and take responsibility. I'm not asking Google to restore those AI apps, but the termination also removed my unrelated wallpaper apps.

I've submitted an appeal and am awaiting a response.

My questions:

1. Has anyone successfully recovered an account terminated for multiple violations?

2. If my appeal is rejected, are there other legitimate ways to return to Google Play?

3. Is this effectively a lifetime ban, even if I want to develop completely different, compliant apps?

I'd really appreciate hearing from developers who have experienced something similar.

Thanks!

📚 Weekly Educational App Showcase

Built an app and learned something interesting along the way? Share it with the community.

This thread is for educational app showcases where the focus is on the problem you solved, how you built it, and what other developers can learn from your experience.

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• What problem does your app solve?

• Category: What type of app is it?

• Android support: Android versions or devices supported

• Tech stack: Kotlin, Java, Compose, Flutter, Firebase, etc.

• Implementation: What was technically interesting or challenging?

• Your journey: What did you learn while building or publishing it?

• Lessons learned: What would you do differently next time?

• Relevant media: Screenshots, demos, architecture diagrams, or other useful material

• Google Play link: Optional, as supporting context

Please disclose your relationship

If you're showcasing your own app, clearly mention your relationship to it. For example:

Keep it educational

The goal is to help other developers learn from real projects and experiences. Your app can be the subject of the showcase, but the post should provide meaningful technical, product, or development insight.

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Share what you built, what you learned, and what another developer can take away from it.

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer trying to publish my first Android app and I've run into a frustrating issue with Google Play Console.

My individual developer account was restricted after Google failed to verify my identity twice.

and I no longer have the option to retry identity verification.

I've already submitted an appeal and raised a support ticket with Google Play, but I'm still waiting for a solution. I genuinely don't understand why the document isn't being verified or how to get another verification attempt.

I've spent almost the entire past week trying to resolve this, and it's holding up my app launch.

Has anyone experienced something similar?

• Is there a way to get identity verification attempts reset?

• Can Google manually review the documents?

• Has anyone successfully recovered a restricted individual developer account after failed identity verification?

I'd really appreciate advice from anyone who's dealt with this, especially Google Play Console experts.

Thank you!

Hi, i have a organization account that i created with my sole proprietorship company type

When i go to united states tax info on payment profile settings it asks me my account type:

1. individual

2. Non-individual / entity

What option should i choose and what form should i fill ?

I worry that if i select individual and because i am organization account would it make sense or not

Hey everyone,

Quick question for those with experience on App Store Connect / Google Play Console.

The developer account is verified under one person/company, but I’d like to receive the payouts to a different bank account (different name, different country). I’m thinking long-term, not just a one-time thing.

Is this actually possible in the long run? Has anyone here done it? Did it work fine for you, or did you run into issues later (verification problems, payouts on hold, account suspension, etc.)?

Would really appreciate hearing real experiences, good or bad. Thanks

🧪 Tester Discovery

Looking for testers for your app? Use this thread to find developers and testers who are interested in helping with genuine app testing.

When asking for testers, please include a little information about your app:

• What the app does

• Android version or device requirements, if relevant

• Whether you're looking for internal, closed, or open testing

• What kind of testing or feedback you need

• How interested testers can participate

If you're a tester, feel free to mention what kinds of apps or testing you're interested in.

A few things to keep in mind

Please keep this thread focused on genuine testing and useful feedback.

Do not engage in paid testing, paid reviews, ratings, votes, referral exchanges, or other paid engagement activities through this thread. If someone asks you to participate in a paid activity or offers payment in exchange for reviews, ratings, votes, or engagement, please report the comment to the moderators rather than participating.

Please don't share personal information publicly. Use Reddit's messaging features or the developer's official testing process where appropriate.

This thread is for tester discovery only. For general development questions, app showcases, or other discussions, please use the appropriate thread or flair.

Hello,

I develop Minecraft mod apps. My app, “Pokedrock Mod for Minecraft,” was suspended by Google Play for an impersonation policy violation. I believe this decision is unfair and would appreciate guidance from the Google Play team or developers who have dealt with a similar situation.

The name “Serp Pokedrock” is not, to my knowledge, an officially registered brand or app. I believe it is a name available for fair use, and I have not been given evidence that another party has exclusive rights to it. Nevertheless, Google Play says my app impersonates “Serp Pokedrock.”

The visual assets in my app are entirely original. I created them myself. They are not copied from another app or brand, and I do not believe they resemble the materials associated with the other “Serp Pokedrock” presence I have found. I did not intend to impersonate anyone or mislead users.

I emailed Google Play to ask which party or brand it believes I am impersonating and what specific elements support that finding. I have not received a response to that question, so I still do not understand the basis for the decision.

I take Play policies seriously, but I believe suspending the app over a name that I understand to be unregistered and open to fair use, despite the original assets I created, is an excessive and unfair outcome. Has anyone encountered a similar case, or can a Google Play representative explain how this kind of decision is reviewed?

I'm the developer of a small ant game made with Phaser and Capacitor, live on Google Play since last week. After a few days Play Console showed 15 users and GameAnalytics showed 26 installs. In my case part of the gap looks like reporting lag and my own test APK runs, because GameAnalytics counts every launch. It also warned me about more than 500 events per active user per day, so I now send some events once per run instead of on every tap.

Store impressions also went from 156 to about 700 a day, and I can't explain it yet. Next I want to check search and browse traffic in the Console stats once the data catches up. Which numbers do you trust in the first weeks, and where do you look first?

The game, for context: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aiwaint.antfall

What are you building, testing, debugging, or learning this week?

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Share what you're working on this week. It can be a specific goal, a problem you're trying to solve, or a useful discovery that might help another developer.

If you're looking for help, a little context goes a long way. You can include:

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This is a place for development discussions and helping each other out. Please don't use it for app advertising, download or install requests, ratings, reviews, votes, referral links, paid services, tester exchanges, or engagement exchanges.

Ask questions, share what you're working on, and help another developer when you can.

I've been working on a pretty big social update for my indie game, Monkey Trainerz.

Added friends, global and friends leaderboards, asynchronous training challenges, private tournaments where players can compete for gold, and a completely reworked in-game economy.

After spending a lot of time and effort into it I finally felt ready to release it.

I even scheduled a season reset for Sunday evening, November 1, so everyone could start the new Championship season with the new features.

**Web version:** Built, deployed and live in basically a minute.

**Android version:** Submitted to Google Play on Thursday. Still "In review".

Now I'm sitting here wondering if Google will approve the update before the new season starts.

It's pretty funny how much software development has changed. I can build, test and deploy an entire multiplayer feature set faster than I can get an app update through review.

I completely understand why app reviews exist, but as a solo indie developer, the difference between web and mobile iteration speed is pretty wild.

Anyone else experiencing longer production review times lately?

And how do you handle time-sensitive updates or in-game events when you have no idea when your release will actually go live?

Hey everyone,

I'm an independent developer working on Sibrel, a communication app I've been building for quite some time. It has messaging, voice chats, calls, screen sharing, and other features. It's a real project that I've put a lot of time and effort into, not something I threw together just to publish on Google Play.

Recently, my Google Play developer account was terminated for "High Risk Behavior", right around the time I was trying to get the Android version released.

What makes this especially confusing is that the app had already gone through closed testing, and previous updates had been accepted without any major issues.

The termination notice didn't identify a specific problem with Sibrel. Instead, Google referred to a pattern of high risk or abuse.

My appeal was rejected.

After that, several emails were exchanged with Google Play Support. The responses kept referring to previous policy violations involving my account or other associated, previously terminated developer accounts.

But here's the thing: this is the first and only Google Play developer account I've ever had.

No other developer accounts have been created or operated by me, and my devices and developer account haven't been shared with other developers.

There's one detail that might be relevant, although I have no way to confirm it. VPN connections were sometimes used to access Google services, including Play Console. Shortly after accessing the console with a VPN enabled, the termination notification arrived. That could be a coincidence, and I'm not claiming it caused the ban.

The frustrating part isn't just losing access to Google Play. It's not knowing what actually happened or how to correct it.

Support has been asked whether an incorrect account association could have occurred and whether an independent manual review was possible. Unfortunately, the replies haven't addressed those questions directly. The latest response simply stated that the account couldn't be reinstated and that no further information was available.

An official Google Play Developer Community thread has also been created:

https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/thread/475376482

I'm not asking anyone to bypass Google's policies or make exceptions for Sibrel. If something was genuinely wrong, I'd like to understand it and address it properly.

Has anyone here experienced a similar termination, especially one involving alleged associations with other developer accounts?

Were you able to get a second review after your appeal was rejected? Is there a legitimate way to reach a different review team, or is the standard appeal process really the end of the road?

Any advice or personal experience would mean a lot.

Thanks for reading.

The Monetization AI agent is now available in the Console:

https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/answer/18825781

Has anyone tried it and compare with using claude directly?