How to Submit Your App to the App Store

 How to Submit Your App to the App Store

                                  Introduction

 Welcome to the exciting world of app development for Apple's App Store! Creating and uploading an application is a remarkable journey that allows you to showcase your innovation and creativity to millions of users worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this step-by-step demo will guide you through the process of uploading your application to the App Store.


Buckle up, as we embark on a thrilling adventure that will lead your masterpiece to the fingertips of eager users. Let's get started on this incredible path to sharing your app with the world, as we unravel the secrets of Apple's App Store submission process. Get ready to witness your vision come to life and make a significant impact in the digital realm. So, without further ado, let's dive right in and turn your dream into a reality!


  Let’s Start First create IPA

  1. Creating iOS Distribution Provisioning Profile and Certificate

    App Store Connect is a web-based platform provided by Apple for app developers and publishers. It serves as a central hub for managing all aspects of app distribution on the App Store. App Store Connect allows developers to submit, manage, and monitor their apps, view sales and financial reports, and communicate with Apple's App Review team.


Certificates are essential components in iOS app development, ensuring app security and verification. Every iOS app must have a valid signed certificate to run on devices. When you download an app from the App Store, it comes bundled with a certificate that the system checks before allowing the app to run. Without a valid signature or if the signature is invalid, the app won't be allowed to run.


As a developer, you need to create and sign your own certificates to test and deploy your apps on your devices. The "Certificates, IDs & Profiles" section in the Apple Developer Center allows you to generate these certificates, also known as "profiles" or "code signing identities." These profiles enable Xcode to sign your apps correctly, making iOS recognize them as valid and trusted.

Through this manual process, you can set up the necessary information for deploying          your app during development and when submitting it to the App Store. Understanding   certificates is crucial for app distribution and ensuring your app's compliance with Apple's guidelines.


 • Add your Developer Program account to Xcode in Preferences > Accounts
• Click the + sign and enter your Apple ID and password used for the Apple Developer Program.
• Enable automatic signing by selecting your team in the Signing section of your target's General settings


Fig.1.1: Xcode
2. Create an App Store Connect 








Fig.1.2: App Store connect
3. Add a new app

  • Navigate to the App Store Connect dashboard and select "My Apps."

  • Click on the "+" sign in the upper left-hand corner, then choose "New App."

  • Fill in the following details to create a new App Store Connect record: platform, app name, default language, bundle ID, and SKU. Ensure the accuracy of these details as they cannot be changed later.

  • Optimize your app name using relevant keywords to enhance discoverability.

  • Ensure that the bundle ID matches the bundle identifier in your Xcode project Info.plist file (located in the target's General > Identity section).

  • Set the SKU, which is a unique identifier for your app. It can consist of letters, numbers, hyphens, periods, and underscores, but it must begin with a letter or number. The SKU is not visible to users and serves as an internal reference.

  • If applicable, configure user access settings at this stage.

By following these steps, you can effectively create a new app in App Store Connect and prepare it for submission to the App Store.                                                                                     
Fig.1.3: New App





4.Taking Your App to the Next Level: Archiving and Uploading with Xcode

      •    Open Xcode and open your project.

  • Connect your iOS device to your Mac, or ensure that a simulator is running and selected as the deployment target.

  • Select "Generic iOS Device" as the deployment target. You can do this by going to the top left corner of the Xcode window, where you will find a device selection dropdown. Choose "Generic iOS Device" from the list.

  • Next, go to the top menu and click on "Product."

  • From the "Product" menu, click on "Archive." Xcode will then start the archiving process.

  • The Xcode Organizer will launch automatically, displaying any archives you've created in the past. Wait for the archive process to complete.

  • Make sure the current build (the one you want to submit for review) is selected in the Organizer.

  • In the right-hand panel of the Organizer, you'll find an "Upload to App Store" button. Click on it.

  • You will be prompted to select the credentials you want to use for the app upload. Choose the appropriate Apple Developer account credentials and click "Choose."

  • In the next window that appears, Xcode will validate the archive and prepare it for upload. Once the validation is complete, click on the "Upload" button in the bottom right-hand corner.

  • Xcode will begin the upload process, and you'll see a progress indicator.

  • Once the upload is completed successfully, a success message will appear. Click "Done."

Your app build has now been uploaded to App Store Connect, and you can proceed with the app submission process in App Store Connect.


Fig.1.4: Xcode create ipa of Project

Fig.1.5:Upload Project from Xcode to appStore

When I upload an app to the App Store, it becomes visible, and I need to wait for a few minutes.


Fig.1.6: iOS Builds


5. Assemble App Information


It is very important to collect all of the information you need to submit before you start the process.

Fig.1.7: Assemble App Information

Then fill Following Information of App info.

Fig.1.8: Assemble App Information

6. Submit your app for review


Click Done in the bottom right-hand corner, then Save in the top-right hand corner, then Submit for Review.


In conclusion, submitting your app to the App Store involves careful preparation, adherence to guidelines, and following the necessary steps through App Store Connect. Staying up-to-date with the latest Apple Developer documentation and guidelines is essential to ensure a smooth submission process in 2023.

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