Mobile apps are no longer just tools, they’re the heartbeat of modern businesses, powering everything from local Sydney startups to global enterprises. But as Android evolves, so do the rules. Google’s new 16 KB page size requirement for Android 15 apps is reshaping how apps perform, and staying compliant is no longer optional if you want your app to thrive on the Play Store.
That’s where Intuition SofTech Australia comes in. Being one of the top full stack development company in Sydney, we help businesses of all sizes from ambitious startups to established brands future proof their Android apps. Our team specializes in updating apps, optimizing performance, and ensuring full 16 KB page size compliance so your users enjoy fast, smooth, and reliable experiences.
We bridge the gap between technical compliance and innovation, delivering solutions that are fast, affordable, and hassle free. With Intuition SofTech, your app won’t just meet Google Play requirements it will perform better, reach more users, and stand out in a competitive market.
Important Notice: Starting November 1st, 2025, all new apps and updates to existing apps submitted to Google Play targeting Android 15+ devices must support 16 KB page sizes. Compliance is mandatory to ensure app visibility and performance.
Android 15 introduces a significant change in memory page size requirements. Developers now need to ensure that their apps are compatible with 16 KB memory pages, a move designed to enhance performance, improve security, and standardize app execution across devices.
For businesses, failing to comply with the 16 KB page size Android requirement could result in reduced app performance, crashes on newer devices, and potential issues with Google Play app requirements. This blog will guide developers, IT managers, and business owners on how to prepare Android apps for 16 KB page size compliance, with actionable steps and best practices.
To ensure your Android apps comply with Google Play’s 16 KB page size limit, developers should optimize their app resources, minimize unnecessary assets, and reduce APK size. An important step in this process is to upgrade to the latest Android Gradle Plugin (AGP) version, which provides enhanced build optimizations, better resource shrinking, and improved support for modern Android features. Upgrading AGP ensures smoother builds, more efficient resource handling, and helps maintain compatibility with Google Play’s evolving requirements, making your app lighter and ready for submission.
In Android 15 or higher, memory is allocated in 16 KB pages, compared to the previous 4 KB pages used in earlier Android versions. In the 4 KB system, memory was divided into smaller chunks, which could lead to higher memory fragmentation and less efficient caching on ARM architectures. By increasing the page size to 16 KB, apps can handle native memory, data alignment, and code execution more efficiently. This change reduces fragmentation, improves caching, and enhances overall performance and memory utilization on most Android devices, which primarily use ARM architectures.
Native code must align to 16 KB boundaries.
APK and AAB files may need recompilation to ensure proper alignment.
Memory intensive apps, such as games and media apps, will see performance improvements.
Enhanced App Performance: Reduced page faults lead to faster execution.
Better Memory Utilization: Larger page size reduces fragmentation, improving memory efficiency.
Compliance with Google Play: Apps not aligned to 16 KB may face warnings or rejection on the Play Store.
Future Proofing: Aligning early ensures apps remain compatible with future Android updates.
Google Play has updated its policy to require apps targeting Android 15 (API Level 35) to be compatible with 16 KB page size. This applies to:
All new apps submitted to Google Play.
Existing apps are being updated to meet API level 35 compliance.
Apps using native code via NDK (C/C++ libraries).
Non Compliance Can Lead To:
App performance issues on Android 15 devices.
Reduced discoverability on Google Play.
Potential removal from the Play Store in future updates.
Apps using native libraries (C/C++ via NDK) must align data segments, heap, and executable sections to 16 KB boundaries. Failure to do so can cause:
Note: We strongly recommend reviewing your apps early, particularly any third-party dependencies that may not yet support 16 KB page sizes. Popular SDKs like React Native and Flutter already provide compatible versions. Game developers can rely on engines like Unity, while Unreal Engine support is expected soon.
The first step is to upgrade your NDK to r28. This ensures your app can:
Apps using native code must be recompiled with updated build settings:
The APK Analyzer 16 KB tool lets developers inspect compiled APKs for:
Testing in Android Studio 16 KB emulator replicates real world device behavior.
We Specialize in:
We rapidly update your apps to meet the 16 KB page size requirement, ensuring Google Play compliance without delays, so your app stays visible, secure, and fully operational.
Our expert developers recompile native code using NDK r28, guaranteeing seamless performance across ARM and x86 devices, reducing crashes, and maximizing efficiency for Android 15 users worldwide.
We rigorously test apps on Android 15 emulators and real devices to catch performance issues, verify alignment, and ensure your users experience flawless, high performing apps.
Through thorough Play Console App Bundle inspections, we detect potential compliance issues before submission, ensuring your app meets all technical requirements and passes Google Play reviews smoothly.
We build a roadmap for your app, preparing it for future Android releases and Play Store policies, so your app remains compliant, optimized, and ready for growth.
Serving businesses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and overseas, we combine local knowledge with global standards, ensuring your app excels on Google Play while reaching users everywhere efficiently.
The 16 KB page size requirement in Android 15 is more than just a technical update, it’s a step toward better performance, security, and user experience. Businesses that proactively update their apps will maintain visibility, ensure compliance, and gain a competitive edge in the Google Play ecosystem.
Contact Intuition SofTech today to update your Android apps for 16 KB page size compliance, optimize performance, and meet Google Play requirements efficiently.
Update NDK to r28, recompile code, test on 16 KB emulator, use APK Analyzer, and inspect app bundles.
Update NDK to r28, recompile code, test on 16 KB emulator, use APK Analyzer, and inspect app bundles.
Update NDK to r28, recompile code, test on 16 KB emulator, use APK Analyzer, and inspect app bundles.
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