For Android users, Upbit apps are not displayed on the store in some countries and regions according to Google Play policy.
1. What are the Google Play policies?
According to Google Play policy, in some countries, providing cryptocurrency exchange or wallet services requires a license that meets the laws and standards of that country. For this reason, if Upbit does not have a license for a country designated by Google Play as requiring a license, the app may not be displayed on the store or use of the app may be restricted in that country.
Conversely, in countries where there are no separate restrictions in Google Play policy, app distribution is possible without a license, so there are no restrictions on Upbit use.
2. In which countries is Upbit available?
Accordingly, we will inform you of countries where Upbit can be used (countries with licenses) and countries where use has become difficult.
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Available countries
- Republic of Korea
- In addition, Thailand, Indonesia and Countries where service usage restrictions are not specified in Google Play policiesYou can use Upbit.
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Countries that have become difficult to use
- Countries where a local license is required under Google Play policy, such as Japan, the United States, the Philippines, Thailand, and Canada, but the requirements are not currently met
- The list of countries with restrictions on service use is from here You can check it.
3. How does this affect the use of exchange app services?
If you do not have a license for a country designated by Google Play as requiring a license, your app may not be displayed on the store or may be restricted in use in that country.
Depending on the above policy, you may have difficulty using overseas exchange apps. Google Play designates Korea as a country with restricted service use. To provide app services in Korea, reporting as a virtual asset business operator (VASP) is required.
Overseas virtual asset business operators who have not completed this report cannot officially distribute apps in Korea, and new downloads or updates may be restricted.
Therefore, if you are using an overseas exchange app that has not been registered as a virtual asset business in Korea, please pay attention to the security precautions below.
ⓘ Security precautions
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Restrictions on app updates may increase the likelihood of using unofficial routes.
As the domestic distribution of some overseas exchange app services is suspended, you may try to download and update apps through channels other than the official store, such as APK files.
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Installing unofficial apps can be vulnerable to security threats.
Unverified app files may be exposed to security threats such as hacking and malware.
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The risk of personal information leakage may increase.
Using unofficial apps or VPNs increases the risk of personal information and asset information, such as logins, being leaked to the outside world.
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There are not enough user protection measures.
As a business that does not have an information security management system (ISMS) in place, it is easily exposed to the risk of personal information leakage and hacking, and it may be difficult to protect users or provide damage relief in the event of an accident.
※ Available countries may vary depending on Google Play policy changes.
※ For detailed policy information, Google Play Policy DocumentPlease refer to .