Starting March 1, Google will warn and 'label' Android apps that ...
Google is implementing a new Play Store policy to combat excessive battery drain caused by apps holding prolonged wake locks. Starting March 1, 2026, apps exceeding a two-hour background wake lock limit in 5% of user sessions will face reduced visibility and potential warning badges on their store listings.
Google is implementing a new Play Store policy to combat excessive battery drain caused by apps holding prolonged wake locks. Starting March 1, 2026, apps exceeding a two-hour background wake lock limit in 5% of user sessions will face reduced visibility and potential warning badges on their store listings.
