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ARTICLE · 22 FEBRUARY 2023

DCMS Publishes New Security And Privacy Principles For App Store Operators And Developers

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The Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport ("DCMS") recently published a new ‘Code of Practice for App Store Operators and Developers' ("Code"), following calls to improve app...

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The Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport ("DCMS") recently published a new 'Code of Practice for App Store Operators and Developers' ("Code"), following calls to improve app security and privacy for users. The new Code of Practice sets out eight key principles for stakeholders in the digital app space. The stakeholders who shall adhere to these principles are:

  • App Store Operators, who shall implement the right processes to ensure that the apps available on their Store are not a risk to users and privacy.
  • App Developers and Platform Developers, who shall also have a clear responsibility for ensuring that they are creating apps and platforms with appropriate security and privacy standards.

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