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What is the purpose of Google Play app?

Google Play is an online store where people go to find their favorite apps, games, movies, TV shows, books, and more. It provides 2 million apps & games to billions of people around the world, generating over $120 billion in earnings for developers to date.
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What is Google Play and do I need it?

Google Play services helps to ensure the security and reliability of an Android device, and keep devices updated with the latest security features. This includes: Google Play Protect, which can warn users if an app contains known malware.
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Is it OK to uninstall Google Play?

Important: You can't delete the Play Store app but you can disable it. We don't recommend that you disable the Play Store app because other apps might not work properly without it.
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Is there a monthly fee for Google Play?

There are no fees for making purchases on Google services like Google Play or Google Drive. You only pay for your purchases, applicable taxes, and delivery fees.
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What happens if I uninstall Google Play Store?

When you disable the Google Play Store, its icon will disappear from your Android phone's home screen and app drawer. At the same time, you won't be able to update or install apps using Play Store. However, nothing will happen to existing apps. They will not be removed from your phone.
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Will I lose my apps if I uninstall Google Play?

Do Android apps get removed from Google Play when uninstalled? No, the app will not be removed from your device. You can continue to use the app, however you will not be able to update your app.
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Why would an app be removed from Google Play?

Android apps do get pulled from the Play Store for a variety of reasons. For example, the developer could pull the app down, or Google could remove the app for violating one of its policies.
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Why is Google Play charging me $1.99 a month?

At the end of the trial period, you will be automatically charged the discounted subscription price, $1.99 per month (plus tax, if applicable) for the first 12 months. After the first 12 months, you will automatically be charged the regular price of $4.99 per month (plus tax, if applicable).
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Why is Google Play taking money from my account?

These authorisations happen so that Google can make sure that the card is valid, and to check that you have enough funds in your account to make the purchase. These are authorisation requests and not charges. You don't pay for authorisations.
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What is Google Play and why do I pay for it?

Google Play's billing system is required for developers offering in-app purchases of digital goods and services distributed on Google Play. It enables you to easily transact with millions of users around the world and gives users safe ways to pay and the ability to manage their payments from a central location.
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Is it safe to use Google Play Store?

All Android apps undergo rigorous security testing before appearing in Google Play. Google Play Protect scans 125 billion apps daily to make sure that everything remains spot on. That way, no matter where you download an app from, you know it's been checked by Google Play Protect.
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Does Google Play services need to run in background?

To use the Play Store app, you'll need to turn background data on for your device. This means apps may download data for future reference or provide you with notifications even when you're not using the app. Settings are different on each version of Android. Check which version of Android you have.
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How do I permanently delete Google Play?

Delete your Play Games profile and all Play Games data
  1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Play Games app .
  2. At the top, tap More. Settings.
  3. Tap Delete Play Games account & data Permanently delete. Permanently delete.
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Do I have to use Gmail for Google Play?

Set up a Google Play Console Account

You will need a generic Gmail account to register for Google Play Console.
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How do I stop getting charged for Google Play?

On your Android device, go to your subscriptions in Google Play. Select the subscription you want to cancel. Tap Cancel subscription. Follow the instructions.
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What will happen if I disable Google Play services?

After you uninstall Google Play Services, you might meet quite a few troubles, like message problems, network issues, app crashing, etc. Your apps related to Google will not work properly, like Gmail, Google Maps, Google Music, etc. You may have to say goodbye to Google Play.
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Why is Google charging me $9.99 a month?

Starting on October 28, the company will offer users a $9.99 per month membership for access to ad-free videos. Be warned: If you sign up via iOS, the service will cost $12.99 per month. Video Player is loading.
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Will Google Play refund money if scammed?

If you give your account or payment details to someone else, appear to be abusing our policies, or don't protect your account with authentication, we usually can't issue a refund. Google doesn't give refunds for most Google Play purchases.
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How can I stop Google taking money from my bank account?

Go to pay.google.com Settings. Under 'Payments profile status', select Close payments profile. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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How much does Google Play charge?

Enabling consumer choice. Google Play helps make it possible for us to offer Android as a free and open operating system. Unlike others in our industry, we don't charge high operating system license fees.
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What is $2 Google Play charge to credit card?

When adding your card Google will preauthorise a small amount (usually $2) however this amount should not appear on your statement when it is issued. If this amount appears on your statement please contact Google to discuss this or contact Westpac to dispute the transaction.
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What apps are getting deleted in 2023?

Google Hangouts, Chrome Apps, and Google Duo were among the apps that were killed off in 2022. So far, here are the five Google projects that are on the chopping block for 2023. Google is shutting down Stadia on January 18, 2023. On January 18, 2023, Google will shut down Stadia.
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Why can't we uninstall Google apps?

Some apps are granted Android administrator access. These will prevent you from uninstalling them unless you revoke their administrator privilege. Sometimes, malware can also use administrator privilege to wreak havoc on your phone. If you're concerned you have malware, check out our guide for removing it.
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Do you have to pay for an app again if you delete it?

You can uninstall apps you've installed on your phone. If you remove an app you paid for, you can reinstall it later without buying it again.
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