As an Android developer, you play a crucial role in ensuring the security and privacy of users' data and personal information. Your choices help protect users from potential threats and vulnerabilities, and you contribute to a safer and more trustworthy Android experience for everyone.
Browse a list of core features critical to building secure apps.
View checklist
Review a list of common guidelines and tools to help ensure your users' privacy.
View checklist
Authenticate users and ensure that only authorized users can access sensitive data.
Go to identity
Reduce the risk of fraud and theft by using modern methods and practices.
Go to fraud prevention

Build for security

Prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information, protect users from malware and phishing attacks, and ensure the overall integrity of the Android ecosystem.
Security checklist Improve app security Play Integrity API

Build for privacy

Prioritize privacy so that your users' data is handled responsibly and securely. By incorporating robust privacy measures into your apps, you contribute to a safer and more secure environment for all.
Privacy checklist Minimise permission requests Privacy cheat sheet Privacy codelab

Encrypt your data

Implement robust encryption mechanisms to safeguard sensitive user data, both at rest and in transit. Use end-to-end encryption techniques built into the Android operating system to ensure your users' communications are safe and secure.
Work with cryptography Android Keystore

Secure network connectivity

Protect your app against threats such as unauthorized access, data breaches, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Implement robust security measures to safeguard user information, prevent data leakage, and maintain the integrity of your apps.
Network protocols Customise network settings Mitigate SSL exploits Confirm intent

Mitigate security risks

Make your app more secure to preserve user trust, protect device integrity, and safeguard your data.
Storage Cryptography Network communication Code quality Platform interaction

Latest news

Making the Play Integrity API faster, more resilient, and more private

Updated December 3, 2024

At Google Play, we’re committed to providing a safe and secure environment for your business to thrive. That’s why we continually invest in reinforcing user trust, protecting your business, and safeguarding the ecosystem. This includes actively

Introducing Restore Credentials: Effortless account restoration for Android apps

Updated November 20, 2024

Did you know that, on average, 40% of the people in the US reset or replace their smartphones every year? This frequent device turnover presents a challenge – and an opportunity – for maintaining strong user relationships. When users get a new phone,

Welcome to Spotlight Week: Passkeys

Updated November 18, 2024

We're kicking off Spotlight Week with a deep dive into passkeys! This week we're partnering with the Chrome team to feature exciting announcements, insightful resources, and expert guidance on how to build seamless and secure authentication