Google confirms Android dev verification will have free and paid tiers, no public list of devs

Google has confirmed that its upcoming Android developer verification program will offer both free and paid tiers. The program aims to enhance the security and trustworthiness of the Android ecosystem, but details on the paid tier's cost and benefits remain unclear. While Google has stated that the verification process will help users identify legitimate developers, the company has also decided not to make a public list of verified developers. This decision has raised concerns among some in the Android community, who worry that it could limit transparency and make it more challenging for users to distinguish between verified and unverified apps. Google has emphasized that the verification program is designed to improve the overall security and quality of the Android platform, but the lack of a public developer list and the potential for a paid tier have sparked discussions about the program's potential impact on smaller developers and the user experience.