Chrome Web Store Developer Agreement

Implications

• You must pay a one-time registration fee to publish products.
• Google may collect usage statistics from the Web Store and user devices.
• Google has the right to refuse or remove any product from the Web Store.
• You are responsible for taxes and compliance with tax laws related to your products.
• You must provide customer support for your products and respond to inquiries within specified timeframes.
• Google is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your use of the Web Store.
• You must indemnify Google against claims related to your products or use of the Web Store.
• Google may modify the Developer Agreement and your continued use signifies acceptance of changes.
• You retain intellectual property rights to your products.
• Users have unlimited reinstalls of applications they have downloaded or purchased.
• Google may use your brand features for marketing the Web Store and related services.
• You can terminate the agreement with 30 days notice to Google.
• You can distribute both free and paid products on the Web Store.
• You may offer free trials with an upsell option for the full version of the product.

Things to watch out for

• Your products can be removed or disabled remotely by Google for various reasons including policy violations or legal issues.
• Google's automated systems may monitor your products for compliance, which could impact your product's availability.
• Changes to the Developer Agreement can occur, and your continued use of the Web Store after changes signifies your acceptance of them.

FAQs

What happens if Google removes my product from the Web Store?

If Google removes your product, it will no longer be available for distribution, but users who have already downloaded or purchased it may continue to use it. You may also lose the ability to publish additional products.

Am I responsible for handling taxes and compliance for my paid products?

Yes, you are solely responsible for all transactions, taxes, and compliance related to your paid products. Google will not assist with these responsibilities.

Can I terminate the Developer Agreement with Google?

Yes, you can terminate the agreement by providing Google with 30 days prior notice and ceasing the use of any relevant developer credentials.

Data Collection

• Usage statistics from the Web Store and user devices
• Information on how the Web Store and Products are being used