Google removed the main digital payments app Paytm from its Play Store on Friday for allegedly repeatedly violating its policy. In a blog post, Suzanne Frey, Android Vice President of Product, Security and Privacy, said that Google does not allow online casinos or support unregulated gambling applications that facilitate sports betting.
“We do not allow online casinos or support unregulated gambling applications that facilitate sports betting. This includes if an application takes consumers to an external website that allows them to participate in paid tournaments to win real money or cash prizes. , it’s a violation of our policies, “Frey said.
Frey added that when an app violates these policies, the developer is notified and the app is removed from Google Play “until the developer complies with the app.” These policies protect users from potential harm, Frey added.
“We have these policies to protect users from potential harm. When an application violates these policies, we notify the developer of the violation and remove the application from Google Play until the developer complies with the rules. And in the event of recurrence Policy violations, we may take more serious action, which may include canceling Google Play developer accounts. Our policies are consistently enforced and enforced by all developers, “the statement reads.
“We actively engage with our developer community for feedback as we define and refine our policies. Together, we will continue to create a secure mobile app ecosystem for all,” the statement added.
On the microblogging site Twitter, Paytm said: “The Paytm app for Android is temporarily unavailable in the Google Play Store for new downloads or updates. It will be back very soon.” “All your money is completely safe and you can continue to enjoy your Paytm application as normal,” he added.
Dear Paytm’ers,
The Paytm app for Android is temporarily unavailable on the Google Play Store for new downloads or updates. Will be back very soon.
All your money is completely safe and you can continue to enjoy your Paytm application as normal.
– Paytm (@Paytm) September 18, 2020
One of India’s most valuable startups, Paytm, which competes with Google Pay, said in early September that revenue for the fiscal year ending March 31 increased to Rs 3,629 crore with a decrease of 40 percent. in losses.
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