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How to fix "SMS and CALL_LOG permission violation" on Google Play console for android apps

We have removed the sms and call_log permissions. Here are the permissions we have on our app now enter image description here

But still, we are getting the below interface on google play console

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As 9th March is the deadline for this issue, we wanted to get this fixed immediately. Any help is appreciated

Solution

  • I had a Live chat with Google Play Support and resolved it.

    The solution is as follows:

    Create a new build (apk) and push it on to all visible sections to deactivate all the existing or old builds. I have pushed a new apk to below sections

    1. Internal Testing
    2. Alpha
    3. Beta
    4. Prod

    Note: If you are not using sms or call log permissions, please select "No, this release does not meet the SMS and Call Log permissions policy".

    Otherwise select
    "Yes, this release meets the SMS and Call Log permissions policy" and provide with all specific details.

    If you are not using these permissions, you should not be seeing this warning after uploading new build.