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+# 27. Target API Level & Policy Compliance
+
+meta:
+  id: android-production-27
+  feature: android-production
+  priority: P1
+  depends_on: []
+  tags: [compliance, play-store, policy, production]
+
+objective:
+- Ensure app targets the latest API level and complies with all Google Play policies
+
+deliverables:
+- Target API level 36 (or latest)
+- No deprecated API usage
+- Policy compliance verification
+- Malware and abuse prevention
+
+steps:
+1. Verify target API level:
+   - Currently targeting API 36 (good)
+   - Ensure compileSdk is latest
+   - Check targetSdk in build.gradle.kts
+   - Update if needed before submission
+2. Check for deprecated APIs:
+   - Run lint check for deprecated API usage
+   - Replace any deprecated methods
+   - Update to modern alternatives:
+     - Use BiometricPrompt instead of FingerprintManager
+     - Use WorkManager instead of JobScheduler directly
+     - Use NotificationChannel for notifications
+     - Use FileProvider for file sharing
+3. Verify policy compliance:
+   - No malware, viruses, or deceptive behavior
+   - No unauthorized use of copyrighted content
+   - No impersonation of other apps
+   - No manipulation of ratings/reviews
+   - No excessive ads or disruptive monetization
+4. Check for restricted content:
+   - No hate speech or harassment
+   - No dangerous products or services
+   - No illegal activities
+   - No sexually explicit content
+5. Verify monetization compliance:
+   - In-app purchases properly configured (if applicable)
+   - No deceptive pricing
+   - No forced payments for basic functionality
+   - Subscription terms clear and fair
+6. Test on latest Android version:
+   - Test on Android 14 (API 34)
+   - Test on Android 15 (API 35) if available
+   - Verify no compatibility issues
+   - Check for new permission requirements
+7. Address pre-launch report issues:
+   - Run pre-launch report in Play Console
+   - Fix all crashes and ANRs
+   - Fix accessibility issues
+   - Fix security warnings
+
+tests:
+- Lint: No deprecated API warnings
+- Policy: Internal review checklist
+- Compatibility: Test on Android 14/15
+
+acceptance_criteria:
+- Target API level 36 (or latest available)
+- Compile SDK latest stable version
+- Zero deprecated API usage
+- No lint warnings for deprecated APIs
+- All Google Play policies complied with
+- No restricted content
+- Monetization compliant
+- Pre-launch report issues resolved
+- App works correctly on Android 14+
+- No security warnings in Play Console
+
+validation:
+- Run lint → 0 deprecated API warnings
+- Test on Android 14 → no issues
+- Test on Android 15 → no issues
+- Pre-launch report → all checks pass
+- Play Console → no policy warnings
+- Internal review → all policies checked
+
+notes:
+- Google requires targeting latest API level for new apps
+- Pre-launch report catches many issues automatically
+- Address all pre-launch report issues before submission
+- Keep up with Google Play policy updates