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The current rule that new apps and updates must target Android 16 (API level 36) to be submitted, with the next deadline on 31 August 2026.
Meet Google Play's target API level requirement
From developer.android.com by Android Developers Docs
- Set targetSdkVersion to 36 before you upload.
- Older apps must target API 35 to stay visible to new users.
