Introduction
When your APK or Android App Bundle requests sensitive permissions such as android.permission.CAMERA, Google Play requires you to provide a privacy policy URL.
Your APK or Android App Bundle is using permissions that require a privacy policy: (android.permission.CAMERA)
Follow the steps below to add or update your privacy policy in the Play Console.
Add a Privacy Policy
- Open your Google Play Console and select your app.
- Navigate to Policy and programs > App content.
- Under Privacy Policy, click Start (or Manage if you’ve already added one).
- Paste your Privacy Policy URL into the field.
- Click Save.
Once saved, retry uploading your build to the desired release track—the error should be resolved.
Troubleshooting and FAQs
Q: I don’t see the App content page. Where is it?
A: Ensure you have Editor or Admin permissions for the Play Console account. If the menu structure changed, search for “App content” using the top-bar search.
Q: Can I host my privacy policy on any domain?
A: Yes, as long as it’s a secure (HTTPS) link that publicly loads without errors and clearly describes how you use camera data.
Q: I updated the URL but still get the error.
A: Wait a few minutes for the change to propagate, then clear your browser cache and retry the build upload.
Q: Do I need a separate privacy policy for other permissions?
A: Not if your current policy already covers all requested sensitive permissions. Just ensure it mentions how you handle camera access.
Q: What happens if I don’t add a privacy policy?
A: Google Play will block your build upload, and updates may be rejected until you provide a valid URL.
