alt Hacker NewsI just launched an app in the Google Play Store. I did find it a bit weird that I had to provide my physical home address to get my app listed. Not sure what I would do if someone turned up to complain. Make them a cup of tea?
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Izkata • today at 8:05 AM
It's because of a law in California. Don't remember the reason behind it, but Google decided to apply it everywhere. It's also why I let my app die years ago instead of publishing the updated version.
someonebaggy • today at 7:36 AM
This is so that you can be sued or prosecuted if the app is malicious.
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einpoklum • today at 11:09 AM
You should not distribute apps via the Google Play Store. Using alternative means, including F-Droid as relevant. And it was a mistake of you to register, because you're helping Alphabet exert more pressure and control on others.
well they can swat you, order pizza, send you packages (who knows with what inside), spread false info about you if you've given out more info etc...
all it takes is one guy who gets too mad for some reason
and it's gonna be a lot more costly for you to do anything about it vs. that guy who gets to be completely anonymous about it