A mandatory system update is being implemented in the Android app version 9.4 to align it with new Google Play security and performance requirements. This involves a one-time migration of Encrypted Offline Files to ensure continued access and data integrity on modern devices.
Why This Migration Is Necessary?
Google Play now requires all apps targeting Android 15 and above to support 16 KB memory page sizes. This change is designed to:
- Improve Performance: Provide a 5-10% boost in overall system performance.
- Enhance Efficiency: Reduce power usage during app launches and improve memory management.
- Ensure Future Access: Prevent app crashes or installation failures on newer hardware that utilizes these larger memory segments.
For this to happen, the encryption libraries used for offline files must be rebuilt, and the data must be migrated to stay compatible with these new memory standards.
Who Needs to Migrate?
The mandatory one-time migration for Offline Encrypted Files only applies to users of the Android App (version 9.4) who meet both of the following prerequisites:
- The device has files marked for offline access prior to installing version 9.4.
- The Local Storage Encryption security setting is currently enabled within the app. This setting ensures that offline files are encrypted on the device and are thus the target of the migration.
What to Expect During Migration
The migration process is automated and will begin when the updated application is first opened.
Users need to click on Start Migration.
The interface will display the migration status (for example, Migrating, Migration Completed) to keep users informed:
When all encrypted files are successfully verified and secured, the migration will be completed, and the app will return to the homepage screen.
Recommended Actions
To ensure a successful transition, the following steps are advised:
- The application should remain open (meaning, in the foreground) during the Migrating status for the fastest results.
- The device should be charged or connected to power, and a stable network connection is necessary.
- Offline files should not be accessed until the migration is completed.
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