A possible roadmap with timelines for implementing an external account deletion process as per Google Play's new requirements involves several key phases.
Below is a structured table outlining the stages, key activities, and estimated timelines for each phase.
Phase |
Key Activities |
Estimated Timeline |
1. Planning & Research |
- Define project scope. |
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- Conduct legal & compliance review.
- Team assembly. | 2 weeks |
| 2. Design & Development | - UX/UI design for the web portal.
- Web and app development.
- Backend integration. | 6-8 weeks |
| 3. Security Implementation | - Implement security protocols.
- Integrate privacy safeguards. | 2 weeks |
| 4. Testing & QA | - Functional and security testing.
- User experience testing.
- Bug fixing. | 3-4 weeks |
| 5. Compliance Review | - Final compliance check with legal advisor.
- Adjustments based on legal feedback. | 1 week |
| 6. User Documentation | - Create user guides and FAQs.
- Update app documentation. | 1 week |
| 7. Marketing & Communication | - Prepare and execute communication plan.
- Update app store and website. | 2 weeks |
| 8. Deployment | - Deploy web portal.
- Update app with new features. | 1 week |
| **9. Monitoring & Support | - Monitor for issues post-deployment.
- Provide ongoing customer support. | Ongoing |
| 10. Review & Update | - Collect user feedback.
- Plan for iterative updates based on feedback. | 4 weeks after deployment |
Notes:
- Flexibility: The timelines are indicative and should be adjusted based on the specific scope and scale of your project.
- Overlap of Phases: Some phases may overlap, such as design and development happening concurrently with legal review.
- **Continuous Review: Regular check-ins and adjustments throughout the project will ensure alignment with goals and compliance requirements.
- Stakeholder Involvement: Ensure regular communication with all stakeholders, including the legal team, developers, and end-users, for feedback and validation.