Russia’s ‘Amazon’ Vanishes From Google Play But Remains on Apple Appstore

By Larry John Brown

Published August 14, 2026 • 11:36 PM GMT

Ozon Apps Removed From Google Play in Surprise Move as Marketplace Challenges Any Policy Violation

Russia’s Ozon marketplace app has been removed from Google Play, making it unavailable to users searching for the platform through Google’s Android app store.

A search for Ozon on Google Play no longer returns the company’s application, according to a TASS correspondent. The development affects not only the main marketplace app but also Ozon’s Ozon fresh and Ozon travel applications.

Company Says It Did Not Violate Google’s Rules

Ozon confirmed that its applications are no longer accessible through Google Play but rejected any suggestion that the removal was caused by a violation of the platform’s policies.

“Ozon did not violate any of Google Play’s rules,” the company’s press service said in a statement provided to TASS.

The company also emphasized that Ozon and its related services have not been placed under sanctions.

Suggested Readings (News continues below)

Deadly Overnight Barrage Hits Ukraine as Zelenskyy Demands Action Against Russia’s Weapons Supply Chains

Russian Strikes Kill Three and Injure More Than 20 Across Ukraine

Hamas Commander Accused of Hostage Role Eliminated, IDF Says

Hamas Commander Linked to October 7 Hostage-Taking Operation Killed by Israeli Military

Rosatom’s ‘Icebreaker of Knowledge’ Returns After Historic North Pole Expedition and Arctic Experiments

Russia’s Arctic Mission Makes History as 68 Young Scientists Reach North Pole on Nuclear Icebreaker

Harvey Nichols Has Been Rescued, but Critics Fear Frasers Could Destroy What Made It Special

Harvey Nichols Saved by Mike Ashley—but Has Its Luxury Soul Been Put at Risk

Ozon Apps Remain Available Elsewhere

Despite their disappearance from Google Play, Android users still have alternative ways to obtain the applications.

Ozon said its apps remain available through RuStore, AppGallery and Galaxy Store, allowing customers to continue accessing the marketplace and its other services.

The company operates Ozon as one of Russia’s largest online marketplaces, with the platform sometimes compared with Amazon because of its broad range of products and services.

iPhone Users Can Still Find the App

The removal currently appears to be limited to Google Play. Ozon remains available through Apple’s App Store, meaning users of iPhones and other Apple devices can continue downloading the application through the company’s official mobile marketplace.

Ozon has not indicated that its wider marketplace or services have been suspended.

Removal Raises Questions Over Google Play Availability

The disappearance of the applications comes despite Ozon’s assertion that it has not breached Google Play rules and that its services are not subject to sanctions.

The company did not provide an explanation for why the applications were removed from Google Play. For now, Android users affected by the change can access Ozon through alternative app stores, while Apple users continue to have access through the App Store.

About Larry John Brown

Larry John is a talented writer and journalist based in New York, USA. He is a valued contributor to TDPel Media, where he creates engaging and informative content for readers. Larry has a keen interest in current events, business, and technology, and he enjoys exploring these topics in-depth to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the issues. His writing style is characterized by its clarity, precision, and attention to detail, which make his articles a pleasure to read. Larry’s passion for storytelling has earned him a reputation as a skilled writer and a respected authority in his field.