Navigating the legal landscape of publishing games and apps in China can be complex. Our comprehensive publishing assistance service ensures that your game or app meets all regulatory requirements and is set up for success in the Chinese market.
Selecting the right approach for publishing in China is crucial for regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and long-term success. A well-planned strategy provides legal certainty, protects your assets, optimizes market entry, and enhances your project’s reputation and trustworthiness.
1. Regulatory environment analysis: we help you navigate the Chines regulatory environment and identify the requirements and standards for publishing games and apps. Our analysis covers existing laws, guidelines issued by app stores and publishing platforms, significant court cases, and other relevant aspects, ensuring your project operates within a stable and predictable legal framework.
2. Local partner search: to publish an app in China, foreign companies typically need a local partner or must establish a local entity. We may assist you in finding reliable local partners who can help streamline the process and ensure compliance with local regulations.
3. Mobile store policy compliance: in China, Google Play is blocked, leading to the emergence of numerous local app stores such as Tencent MyApp, Huawei AppGallery, Xiaomi Mi Store, Baidu Mobile Assistant, Oppo Software Store, Vivo App Store and others. Each of these stores has its own unique rules and requirements for apps, making it challenging to navigate without the assistance of professional legal experts. Our audit confirms that your game or app meets the specific requirements of Chinese app stores. This helps avoid rejections and ensures smooth app submission and updates.
4. Legal compliance review: we provide a comprehensive review of the legal requirements for publishing apps in China, covering licensing procedures, content restrictions, and censorship regulations. This ensures your project complies with all necessary legal standards, avoiding regulatory issues and penalties.
5. ICP license assistance: obtaining an Internet Content Provider (ICP) license is mandatory for any website or app hosted in China. We guide you through the application process, ensuring all necessary documentation is prepared and submitted correctly.
6. Intellectual property protection: we assess the intellectual property protection offered in China, ensuring your game or app is adequately protected from infringement and misuse. This includes registering copyrights, trademarks, and patents.
7. Data privacy and security: we examine data privacy and cybersecurity regulations in China to ensure your project complies with local data protection laws. This safeguards user data and builds trust with your user base. We help you implement measures to comply with the Cybersecurity Law of the People's Republic of China and other relevant regulations.
8. Age restriction and rating review: we ensure your game or app meets age-based content ratings and restrictions, crucial for compliance in China where regulations on age-appropriate content are strictly enforced.
9. Advertising law compliance: we review your game or app’s advertising features to ensure they comply with Chinese advertising laws, preventing issues related to misleading claims or improper advertisements.
Our legal and regulatory experts possess deep knowledge of Chinese laws and regulations across the digital landscape. More than that, our company cooperates with the local publishers, so we provide personalized guidance to help you make informed decisions, ensuring your project is well-positioned to thrive in the Chinese market. Trust us to navigate the complexities of publishing in China and set your game or app on the path to success.
We made an audit of the gambling app, which has all the necessary licenses, for compliance with the App Store rules. Based on the results of the audit, we made the necessary recommendations to eliminate the non-compliances identified in the application.
