The Google Play Store has removed 1.8 million apps since early 2023, which is about 47% of its initial 3.4 million apps at the start of 2024. This reduction is part of Google's effort to enhance app quality and user safety. The company intensified app reviews and implemented stricter requirements for developers. Nearly 200,000 app removals came from the games category, with educational and business apps also affected. Despite these removals, new app releases have increased by 7.1%. Meanwhile, Apple's App Store experienced a slight growth in its app count.
In recent years, Google has ramped up efforts to crack down on spammy and low-quality apps, resulting in a significant decline in the number of apps.
Google's focus on delivering high-quality apps reflects its commitment to continuous improvements for user safety, leading to the removal of 1.8 million apps.
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