Google Play has limited work in Russia
Miscellaneous / / March 10, 2022
And YouTube has disabled all monetization features.
Official Android App Store blocked paid features for Russian users. Only free apps can be downloaded and subscriptions will last until the end of the paid period.
Restrictions mean that you won't be able to buy in-game content, renew your subscription, or use paid features after the end of the trial period. In addition, it will not be possible to purchase digital goods, issue a trial subscription or pre-order through Google Play in Russia.
At the same time, Russian developers will be able to publish and update applications. It is also allowed to defer subscription renewals for up to one year or make them free to retain users. The latter option, according to the company, is relevant for applications that provide "a critical service to users to ensure the security of access to information."
The formal reason for the restrictions is the failure of the payment system due to sanctions. Google Play billing will be suspended "in the coming days."
In addition, the company sent out a letter stating that it had disabled all YouTube monetization features for Russian users. From March 10, bloggers will not be able to receive income from Premium, Music Premium subscriptions, sponsorships, super chats, super stickers. Previously disappeared advertising in the Google search engine and YouTube.
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