2024-03-04 07:54:10
Google’s scope is not limited to Google search only. Google has its own complete ecosystem. If you are an Android smartphone user, it means you are dependent on Google in every way. Android is Google’s operating system, which is used by all smartphone companies except Apple. This is the reason why you will see Google Play Store app in every Android smartphone. Meaning, if you want to download an app on any phone, you will have to take the help of Google Play Store. Meaning Google is, in a way, the gateway between the smartphone user and the app. Apart from this, there are many Google apps including Gmail, Google Map, which Google benefits from.
What is the controversy?
If you understand in simple words, Google charges money for listing the app on its Google Play Store. Meaning, if you have created a mobile app, then it will have to be listed on Google Play Store, from where every smartphone user will be able to download that app. For this Google charges money from the app. This charge varies. There is a controversy going on regarding this. This charge ranges from 15 to 30 percent.The government had to intervene
On March 1, many apps were removed from the Google Play Store by Google. The reason for this was said to be the Google billing system. However, the government became strict on Gagul’s action. After this the apps have returned. The government says that it is completely with Indian startups.
What is Google Billing System?
A new billing system was introduced by Google, which is implemented on earning apps. Suppose, there is an app Shaadi.com. This app is subscription based. Meaning, if you take a paid subscription of Shaadi.com, then the owner of Shaadi.com will benefit from it, but about 15 to 30 percent of this benefit will have to be charged to Google.
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What is not the other option?
The question arises whether there is no other option other than Google. It is not so, there is Indus app store of PhonePe along with Samsung in the market, where you can list your app for free. Although Google is quite popular. Nowadays, Google Play Store is pre-installed in every smartphone. In such a situation, app making startups turn towards popular platforms only. Also, Google has its own ecosystem, which benefits app makers.