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Publishing an App to Apple App Store

Steps required to publish your iOS app on the Apple App Store.

Intermediate45 min

Setup Steps

1. Join the Apple Developer Program ($99/year)

https://developer.apple.com/programs

2. macOS and Xcode are required

3. Create a new app in App Store Connect:

https://appstoreconnect.apple.com

4. Create a Bundle ID (Certificates, Identifiers & Profiles)

5. Configure signing settings in Xcode:

- Signing & Capabilities tab

- Select Team

- Create provisioning profile

6. Create an Archive: Product > Archive

7. Upload to App Store Connect from Xcode Organizer

8. Fill in app details in App Store Connect:

- Description, keywords

- Screenshots (iPhone, iPad)

- App icon (1024x1024 px)

- Privacy policy URL

9. Check compliance with App Review Guidelines

10. Submit for review (usually takes 24-48 hours)