Cloudflare Blocking Google Play Reviewers: Any Solutions?
How does Cloudflare's bot protection affect the app review process on Google Play?
1Root of the Problem
A new app submitted to Google Play Store is being rejected due to Cloudflare's bot protection system. Cloudflare blocks bot users from foreign countries, negatively impacting the app review process.
2Cloudflare's Role
Cloudflare provides a service to protect websites from malicious bot traffic. However, this protection can also block Google Play's app review bots, creating unexpected issues for developers.
3Developer Experiences
Many developers report encountering similar issues. Despite being able to access their apps, Google Play review bots are blocked by Cloudflare, leading to app submission rejections.
4Seeking Solutions
Developers can try temporarily disabling Cloudflare's bot protection in the settings. However, this may increase security risks and should be done cautiously. Alternatively, contacting Google Play support is another option.
5Cloudflare Settings
The 'Bot Fight Mode' setting under Cloudflare's 'Security' tab is used to block bot traffic. Temporarily disabling this setting may allow Google Play review bots to access the app.
6Conclusion and Recommendations
While Cloudflare's bot protection is crucial for security, it can negatively impact app review processes. Developers need to collaborate with Cloudflare and Google Play to resolve this issue.
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