Google will reportedly restrict which apps can see other apps installed on user’s phone

It looks like, Google is preparing to make some changes in the Developer Program Policy. And a piece of new information (via Wccftech) also suggests that the company will make some new restrictions on developers to better protect user privacy information.

According to the info, the complete application list information will be regarded as user privacy. When an Android application wants to get the QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES permission, Google will check it. And when the permission relates to the core function of the application, will be allowed.

Google outlined the permitted use of the query:

“Permitted use involves apps that must discover any and all installed apps on the device, for awareness or interoperability purposes may have eligibility for the permission. Permitted use includes; device search, antivirus apps, file managers, and browsers.”

Furthermore, the new changes will take effect on May 5th, later this year. Besides, starting from November 2021, all new applications and application updates submitted to Google Play must target Android 11 or higher, thus further enhancing the strength of the new policy.

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