Incorrect Age Rating on Google Play Store
Summary
The Google Play Store listing for DID Wallet is marked as “Rated for 3+”, which means it is considered suitable for all age groups. However, DID Wallet is a cryptocurrency wallet that involves financial transactions, token management, and blockchain features — functions not appropriate for children under 13 years old.
Expected Behavior
- The app should have an age rating appropriate for financial and crypto applications, such as:
- Rated for 13+ or Rated for 18+
- Description updated to include “Contains financial features / digital asset management”
Actual Behavior
- Current rating: Rated for 3+
- Description text states: > “Suitable for all age groups. Some violence in a comical or fantasy context is acceptable. Bad language is not permitted.” >
This rating description is misleading and unrelated to the actual use and risk of the app.
Steps to Reproduce
- Go to DID Wallet on Google Play.
- Scroll down to the “Rating and content” section.
- Observe that the app is Rated for 3+, which is inconsistent with the app’s purpose and audience.
Impact
- Misleading content classification may cause compliance issues with Google Play’s financial app policies.
- May allow underage users to install the app, violating regional digital asset laws and COPPA regulations.
Suggested Fix
- Update the Play Store metadata to reflect an accurate content rating:
- Set Rating: 13+ or 18+
- Adjust content descriptor to include:
- “Digital Asset Management”
- “In-app financial transactions”
- “Requires legal age for crypto trading/use”