Android developer verification: Rolling out to all developers on Play Console and Android Developer Console
Summary
Android is rolling out developer verification to all developers via Play Console and Android Developer Console to improve security and curb malware from sideloaded sources. The rollout includes timelines for Android Developer Verifier, platform-specific steps, and keeps most user download experiences unchanged while adding verification for unregistered apps. The plan differentiates for Android Studio developers, Play developers, students/hobbyists, and power users.