[poofsoda]

Title is incorrect - the page says you simply cannot buy new apps. You can still download apps previously paid for, and you can download new free apps.

> Due to payment system disruption, Google Play has paused its billing system for users in Russia as of March 10, 2022. This means users cannot purchase apps and games, make subscription payments or conduct any in-app purchases of digital goods using Google Play in Russia. Free apps will remain available on the Play Store.

>As part of our compliance efforts, Google Play is blocking the downloading of paid apps and updates to paid apps in Russia starting May 5, 2022.

>The situation is rapidly evolving and we encourage you to return to this page for the latest information. Below we have addressed some additional questions developers might have and will continue to keep them updated.

>Frequently Asked Questions >>Can users still download free apps and games from Google Play? >>>Yes, users in Russia will still be able to download free apps and games from the Google Play store.

>>Can users still access apps and games that have already been downloaded or purchased? >>>Yes.

[jeroenhd]

I don't think this is true. They specifically added the line "As part of our compliance efforts, Google Play is blocking the downloading of paid apps and updates to paid apps in Russia starting May 5, 2022." to their announcement.

I believe Google forgot to update their FAQ. Halfway through April, before the notice was added, the FAQ was exactly the same [1]. Now, the notice has been extended to say you can't download paid apps [2].

[1]: http://web.archive.org/web/20220414120749/https://support.go...

[2]: http://web.archive.org/web/20220506145032/https://support.go...