Many Garmin Paid-For Apps Disappear From the Connect IQ Store

According to reports, Garmin’s Connect IQ store has temporarily removed many paid apps as part of a measure affecting unverified developers.

Effective immediately, developers who have not completed the required verification process can no longer list paid apps on the platform. These apps have been removed, and reinstatement will only occur once complete verification and approval are granted. The verification process includes submitting identity verification documents, proof of business registration, and compliance with Garmin’s developer policies. Additionally, developers must undergo a review to ensure their app’s functionality aligns with Connect IQ guidelines.

Garmin has informed developers about this change for months, making it a foreseeable adjustment. This measure aims to enhance compliance and maintain the integrity of transactions within the Connect IQ ecosystem.

Source Garmin.com

Garmin Connect IQ is the company’s open platform for third-party developers to create apps, watch faces, and widgets for Garmin devices. It lets users personalise their devices with additional tools and integrations beyond Garmin’s native features. The verification requirement improves security, prevents fraudulent transactions, and maintains a high-quality user marketplace.