How to explore web-based Google Play in another country?
if I go to play.google.com, it automatically recognizes my country and allow me to browse the apps for that country. I can change the language through the dropdown in the footer, or I can add &hl=code in the querystring...but that only changes the language...not the store content (the app lists and rankings remain the same)
I guess there must be some other querystring parameter or header parameter, because I'm sure Google devs don't use country-specific proxies or PCs located in locations in 50+ countries to see how the store appears there.
Any clue how this can be done?
Answer
Looking for a solution to this exact problem brought me here, but unfortunately nobody gave the right answer. Here it is: Add the parameter gl=(countrycode).
For example, to see the list of top free business applications in your country, use this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/category/BUSINESS/collection/topselling_free
Adding gl=ru gives you the list for Russia:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/category/BUSINESS/collection/topselling_free?gl=ru
Hope this helps.