I lost my Keystore used to sign my apk. I wanted to update the app then I know this is not possible to update without the key. Now I want to unpublish the app and re-upload the apk with a different package name and keystore. Is It Possible to re-upload in google play store? if not please give me suggestions.
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It is possible to update app after loosing keystore.
after 2017, the app signing key in the Play Console is now securely managed by Google Play meaning that you are only responsible for managing your upload key. If your upload key is compromised or lost, Google's developer operations team can assist by verifying your identity and resetting your upload key. Google will still re-sign with the same app signing key, allowing the app to update as usual.
For existing apps, it requires transferring your app signing key to Google Play. For new apps, Google can generate your app signing key. Once enrolled in app signing, you sign your APK with an upload key, which Google uses to authenticate your identity. They'll then strip that signature and re-sign your app with the app signing key.
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Thank you for the help – Sajeeb Shahriar Sep 05 '21 at 17:25
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Yes, you can delete the previous application and re-upload it. You won't be able to use the same package name though, as it will already be taken by your old app. Simply re-upload it as you would when you want to publish a new app.
But remember, you should always keep your keystore and passwords saved!
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@SajeebShahriar, Yes, the same name is allowed. You can find many apps in store with the same name. But the package name must be different. – Ifta Mar 26 '19 at 01:43