Introduction

Google Play In-App Purchase (IAP) is a feature provided by the Google Play Store that enables developers to monetize their Android applications by offering digital products and services for purchase within their apps.

• In order to setup Google IAP, please follow the Google Play IAP setup guide.

Key Aspects

1. Integration: Developers integrate the Google Play Billing Library into their Android applications to enable in-app purchases. This library provides APIs for developers to interact with the Google Play Store billing system securely.

2. Types of In-App Purchases:

   • Consumable: Items that can be purchased and consumed, such as in-game currency or extra lives.
   • Non-consumable: Items that are purchased once and do not expire, such as additional app features or ad removal.
   • Subscriptions: Recurring payments for access to premium content or services for a defined period.

3. Revenue Share: Google typically takes a 30% cut of all In-App Purchases made through the Google Play Store. However, for subscriptions that have been active for more than one year, Google reduces its share to 15%.

4. Payment Processing: Google handles all payment processing for In-App Purchases, using the user's Google account and payment method stored in their account.

5. App Review Process: Developers must adhere to Google Play's Developer Program Policies and guidelines for implementing In-App Purchases to ensure compliance and avoid rejection from the store.

6. User Experience: In-App Purchases are seamlessly integrated into the app's user interface, allowing users to make purchases without leaving the app environment.

7. Security and Privacy: Google prioritizes the security and privacy of user data during In-App Purchases, ensuring that transactions are encrypted and user information is protected.

8. Managing Subscriptions: Users can manage their subscriptions, including canceling or modifying them, through their Google Play account settings.