Steps to create Apple App Store Developer Account

Step 1: Enroll in the Apple Developer Program

1. Go to: https://developer.apple.com/programs/
2. Click Enroll and sign in with your Apple ID.
   • If you don’t have an Apple ID, create one first at https://appleid.apple.com.

Step 2: Choose Account Type

• Individual: For a single developer. The developer’s name appears as the publisher.
• Organization: For companies or teams. Requires a D-U-N-S number (a business identifier). The company name appears as the publisher.

Step 3: Complete Your Information

• Provide:
  • Legal name or company name
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • Email
  • D-U-N-S number (for organizations)

Step 4: Agree to Terms

• Read and accept the Apple Developer Program License Agreement.

Step 5: Pay the Membership Fee

• Annual fee: $99 USD (approximately ₹8,000).
• Payment via credit/debit card.

Step 6: Verify Your Identity

• Apple may ask for ID verification (for individuals) or business verification (for organizations).

Step 7: Account Activation

• Once approved, you can access the Apple Developer Portal and App Store Connect.
• You can now upload apps, manage certificates, provisioning profiles, and access beta testing via TestFlight.

FIRST APP TO UPLOAD

Step 1: Sign in to App Store Connect

• Go to https://appstoreconnect.apple.com
• Sign in using your Apple Developer account credentials.

Step 2: Create a New App

1. Click “My Apps” → “+” → “New App”.
2. Fill in the details:
   • Platform: iOS
   • Name: App name as it will appear on the App Store
   • Primary Language
   • Bundle ID: Must match the one used in Xcode
   • SKU: Unique identifier for your app
   • User Access: Full access or restricted

Step 3: Prepare Your App in Xcode

• Open your project in Xcode.
• Ensure the Bundle ID matches what you entered in App Store Connect.
• Set the version number and build number.
• Archive your app via Product → Archive.

Step 4: Upload the App

• Use Xcode or Transporter (Mac app) to upload your app to App Store Connect.
• After upload, your build will appear under “TestFlight” or “App Store” in App Store Connect.

Step 5: Fill App Information

• Go to your app in App Store Connect → App Information.
• Add:
  • Subtitle
  • Description
  • Keywords
  • Support URL
  • Marketing URL
  • Privacy Policy URL

Step 6: Add Screenshots & App Icon

• Provide screenshots for each supported device (iPhone, iPad).
• Upload app icon (1024x1024 px).

Step 7: Set Pricing & Availability

• Choose whether your app is Free or Paid.
• Select the countries where it will be available.

Step 8: Submit for Review

• Go to “App Store” → “Prepare for Submission”.
• Select the uploaded build.
• Fill in version information and release notes.
• Click Submit for Review.

Apple will review the app. This process can take 1–7 days. Once approved, your app will go live on the App Store.