Google to add a ‘safety’ section in Play Store

Google is working toward adding a "safety" section in the play store that will require app developers to disclose their data collection, storage and utilization policies.

Under the new section, developers will have to share what short of data their apps will collect —user name, email or location— and for what purpose —enhancing app functionality or for personalization— with the users themselves. Developers who adhere to this new policy will be able to highlight that in their app listing.

Google plans to roll out this new section sometime next year.