Google Play Store now uses daily engagement and uninstall rates alongside crash metrics to determine app visibility and search rankings in UK.
Google Play Store has overhauled its app ranking system by introducing two critical metrics to its Android Vitals toolkit: DAU/MAU Ratio and User Loss Rate.
Effective immediately, these measurements will influence app visibility and store rankings, joining existing stability metrics like crash rates. Developers must now prioritize sustained user engagement to maintain competitive positioning.
The Daily Active Users (DAU) to Monthly Active Users (MAU) ratio evaluates how frequently users return to an app within a 28-day period.
Key thresholds include:
Apps falling below Google’s undisclosed ratio threshold will:
This metric compares uninstalls against active installations, where:
Non-compliance triggers identical penalties as the DAU/MAU Ratio, including reduced algorithmic prioritization in search results and recommendations.
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Google now mandates weekly reviews of these metrics through Android Vitals.
Developers must balance:
The shift toward engagement-based rankings reflects Google’s broader strategy to prioritize apps delivering consistent value. While stability metrics (e.g., crash rates) remain crucial, this update pressures developers to rethink retention strategies.
Historically, similar moves by Apple’s App Store correlated with increased subscription-model adoption. Expect third-party analytics tools to integrate DAU/MAU optimization features within 6–12 months.
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