App Store Submission Complete Guide

Getting your app built is half the battle. Getting it into the hands of users is the other half. This guide walks you through the maze of app store submission.

Chapter 1: Pre-submission Checklist

Before you even log in to App Store Connect, ensure you have:
- Valid screenshots for all device sizes
- Privacy Policy URL
- Support URL
- Final binary build (IPA/AAB)

Chapter 2: Developer Accounts

You need an Apple Developer Program membership ($99/year) and a Google Play Console account ($25 one-time fee).

Chapter 3: iOS App Store Connect

Learn how to create a new app record, upload your build via Transporter or Xcode, and fill out the required metadata.

Chapter 4: Google Play Console

Navigating the Google Play Console tracks (Internal, Closed Alpha, Open Beta, Production) and managing releases.

Conclusion

Submission can be daunting, but with a checklist and patience, you will get your app published!