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Upload the app to the AppStore

Quickly install apps to the Apple App Store with Kuika. Review the related content and perform the application installation process.

Before publishing a mobile app you have developed through Kuika in the AppStore, you need to make sure you fulfil some requirements.

AppStore requirements covered in this training content:

Apple Developer Account
Safety Requirements
Performance Requirements
Job Requirements
Design Requirements
Legal Requirements
Requirements for Application Knowledge

1. Apple Developer Account

To publish an app in the Apple App Store, you must have an Apple Developer Account.

2. Safety Requirements

One of the most important points for Apple is security. You should make sure that an application you will upload to the AppStore does not contain disturbing content, will not damage users' devices, and will not cause physical harm to the user. Apple evaluates security requirements under 7 headings. When developing your application, do not forget to proceed in accordance with the following 7 headings.

Offensive Content: The application you develop should not contain disturbing, offensive, insensitive, upsetting, disgusting and frightening content.
User Generated Content: Apps with a user-generated content mechanism should have a mechanism that prevents objectionable content from being sent to the app and blocks malicious users from the service. However, users should have an option to report offensive content. It should also have contact information for users to communicate with you.
Child Category: When developing an app for the children's category, you must ensure that the app does not contain external links, purchase options, third-party analytics, and third-party advertisements.
Physical Harm: You must ensure that the application you develop does not harm the physical integrity of the users. Your app should not contain inaccurate medical data, content that promotes alcohol, drug and tobacco consumption.
Developer Information: The application you develop should have a support link for users to contact you. You must ensure that the contact information in the support link is correct and up-to-date
Data Security: You must securely collect and store the personal data you collect from the user in the application you develop. You must prevent disclosure, unauthorised use and access by third parties.
Reporting Criminal Activities: An application you develop to report criminal activities should include local law enforcement agencies.

3. Performance Requirements

An application that you will upload to the AppStore must have performance requirements. Apple evaluates performance requirements according to 5 criteria. When developing your application, you should proceed in accordance with the following 5 criteria.

Your application must be complete and tested in its entirety.
Beta testing of your app through TestFlight must be complete.
In order not to mislead the user, you must ensure that all metadata for the application, including privacy information, application descriptions, screenshots and previews, are accurate and up-to-date.
You should make sure that the application you have developed is suitable for devices with iOS operating system, will not harm the devices and will use battery consumption efficiently.
The application you have developed must comply with the software requirements specified by Apple.

4. Job Requirements

Apple attaches importance to the work in the application you develop. In this context, it expects the developer to fulfil some requirements. These requirements are

The AppStore takes into account the business model of an app you upload. Do not forget to describe the business model in the metadata when uploading the app to the AppStore.
If your app has a pricing, you should not overdo it in pricing, you should define reasonable values.
You should not manipulate user reviews in the Appstore.
If there is a payment structure in the application you have developed, you should configure this payment structure in accordance with the payment structures specified by Apple.

5. Design Requirements

The App Store wants developers to take into account Apple users' preference for simple, elegant, innovative and practical designs. There are some minimum requirements that the App Store expects from developers. These requirements are stated below.

The application you develop for uploading to the App Store should not imitate another application and should not copy the design of another application on a small or large scale.
You should offer long-term functionality with the application you have developed. A repackaged website, an animation or an e-book is not accepted by the App Store.
You should not create more than one package ID for the same application and avoid developing an application for a category that is saturated in terms of content. Otherwise, the App Store may perceive the app as spam and remove it from the store.
If your app has extensions, you must follow the extension guidelines.
The app icon should be original and consistent with system features. Adaptive app icons should have the option to return to the original.
If the app includes HTML5, Bot, and similar content, you must meet the requirements specified by Apple.
The app must have the option to sign in with Apple.

6. Legal Requirements:

The application you develop must comply with legal requirements wherever it is distributed. Applications that do not comply with the law are rejected. In this context, legal requirements are stated below.

Apps that enable human trafficking and child exploitation will be identified and law enforcement will be notified.
The app must comply with Apple's privacy protection policies.
There should be a link within the app to the app's privacy policies.
You must inform users about what data you collect, how you collect it, and data usage.
You must disclose data retention and deletion policies.
You must obtain permission and consent from the user to collect data.
You should only collect data related to the basic function of the application and should not force the user for data access.
You may not share user data without user consent.
Health data and medical data are sensitive. There are additional requirements to protect user privacy.
For an app intended for children, you should pay attention to the policies provided by Apple.
You must only use the location services in the app for app functions.
You must ensure that the content in the app is content that you have created yourself or content that you have a licence to use. In case of intellectual property infringement, your application will be rejected.
The publication of an app for gambling and gambling games is only possible within the legal framework of the country of publication.
As a developer, you must pay attention to your behaviour in user relations and communication.

7. Product Page Requirements

The product page requirements for uploading the mobile application you have developed to the App Store are given below.

Your application must have a name consisting of 2-30 characters.
The application must contain a sub-heading of maximum 30 characters.
The product page must have an application preview video with a maximum length of 30 seconds.
The application must have an application icon with a size of 1024 Pixels x 1024 Pixels.
The product page must contain screenshots from the application in the sizes specified by Apple.
The product page must have a short and informative description of the features and functions of the application.
The product page must have a maximum of 170 characters long introductory text for the promotion of the application.
Keywords consisting of a maximum of 100 characters should be determined for the application.
Maximum 20 in-app purchase and subscription items can be listed on the product page.
Primary and secondary categories should be determined for the application.
If there is a need for localisation for the application, necessary localisation operations should be performed.

You can publish a mobile application developed in Kuika via the Apple App Store. It is sufficient to create the necessary configuration specific to the iOS operating system via the Config Manager view mode.

You need to provide a link to the App Store for mobile applications suitable for iOS operating systems that you have developed with Kuika. This connection provides the connection of the application to AppMachine. To provide the connection, open the iOS Settings tab by creating a new configuration or opening one of the existing configurations in Config Manager view mode.

In the text entry opposite the App Name heading under the Mobile App Settings section, you must enter the application name you want the application you have developed to be displayed on the device.
The Bundle ID title on the screen is a unique keyword that distinguishes your application from other applications. It is generally recommended to use the Bundle ID structure as com.workspacename.appname. You should create a Bundle ID and enter it in the relevant field.
Version header is the version information of the application. Version information should be entered as 1.0.0.0.

Click the drop-down menu opposite Configuration under the App Store Settings section.
Open the connection page by clicking ADD NEW in the drop-down menu.

You must fill in the requested information on the pop-up screen titled App Store Connect API Setting.

Enter the name App Store Connect API Setting in the text entry opposite Name.

To fill in the other information on this screen, you need to get some information from Apple Account Manager and Apple Developer pages.

To obtain Issuer Id and P8 file;

Go to the Apple Account Manager page and sign in with your Apple Developer account.
After the login process, open the Users and Access Page.
Click the Keys button on the page that opens. On the Keys page that opens, you can access Issuer Id information.
You can also create a new App Store Connect API Key on this page.

App Store Connect API Key can only be created by the Account Holder.

You can download the API Key you created only once with the P8 extension. For this reason, you should keep this file well and never change its name.

Go back to Kuika and upload the P8 file you downloaded by clicking the Upload button opposite the P8 File title.
Apple ID is the credential of the developer account you have.
There are some actions you need to take to access the App Store Connect Team ID information. You can follow the instructions prepared to perform the operations. Enter the App Store Connect Team ID information you received by following the instruction in the relevant field in Kuika.
The other information you will need for App Store Connect Api Setting is Developer Team Id.
For Developer Team Id, you must first log in to the Apple developer centre.
Open the Account page by clicking the Account button and scroll down on the page that opens and scroll down to the Membership Details. Enter the Team Id information you have accessed in the relevant field in Kuika.
You can choose TestFlight or Appetise from the drop-down menu opposite the Publish Type title.

The TestFlight option can create a connection with the App Store in line with the information you enter. An .ipa file is also prepared for the test and sent to the App Store.

The Appetize option requires Appetize API Token information. If you prefer to use Appetize, log in to your Appetize account to get Appetize API Token information and fill in the relevant field in Kuika.

You can follow the instructions provided by Appetize to open your Appetize account and access your API Key information.

To publish your iOS application on the App Store, you must first have an Apple Developer account.

Open your App Developer account.

Click Identifiers.
On the screen that opens, click the + icon next to Identifiers.

Select APP IDs. Then click the Continue button.

Select the Identifier type.
Fill in the Register app field. It is important to fill in the Bundle Id and Description fields in this field. Application capabilities should be selected from the Capabilities field.
On the Register an App ID screen, fill in the Description, Bundle ID fields and click Continue.

You must verify the App ID created with Confirm your App ID. Click the Register button for this.
Then switch to Apple Connect.

In App Store Connect, click the + icon on the Apps screen and create a new App.
Then enter the information for Platforms, Name, Primary Language, Bundle Id, SKU and User Access.

Platforms:

In this field, you must choose on which platforms your app will run. Usually iOS is selected, but it may also be possible to select other platforms such as tvOS or watchOS.

Name:

You must enter the name of your application here. This is the application name visible to users and must be unique.

Primary Language:

You need to specify the primary language of your application. This determines how your app will function in terms of language support for localisation.

Bundle Identifier:

This represents the unique ID of your application. It helps your application to be recognised by the operating system. It usually starts with the reverse domain name, for example com.companyname.applicationname.

SKU (Stock Keeping Product):

SKU defines the category and type of product your application is in. It is especially important for e-commerce applications and provides a unique identification of products.

User Access:

User access helps you identify the countries and regions where the app is published. Users can only view and download your app in these regions.

This information is essential when uploading your app to the App Store. You should also set up other details through App Store Connect, such as your app's promotion, pricing policy, and more. The reviews and approval process requires you to make sure this information is accurate and complete so that your app can be published smoothly.

It is important to note here that the Bundle Id cannot be changed again.

Now click on the Create button.
Then open the platform to switch to the application you developed in Kuika.

Click Configuration Manager view mode from the Header in the application.
Name the configuration manager and click the Create button.

Then click on the IOS option and activate Support IOS UI Switch.
Under the App Store Settings heading, click ADD NEW.

Fill in the information on the App Store Connect Api Setting screen according to your application and developer account information.
Then click the General heading on the left in your Apple Developer account.

Fill in the Promotional Text, Description, Keywords, Support URL, Marketing URL, Version, Copyright, Routing App Coverage File fields under the General category. These fields play an important role in how your app will appear in the App Store and how it interacts with users.

Promotional Text:

This is a short piece of text that introduces your app.
It's a short advertising slogan that appears next to your app's title in the App Store.
It usually emphasises the main features or attractions of your app.

Description:

Contains a detailed description of your application.
It gives potential users information about what your application does, the advantages and features it offers.
A good description is important to attract users and give them a clear understanding of your app.

Keywords:

Keywords are the keywords used to increase the availability of your app in the App Store.
Potential users can use these keywords when searching for an app.
Choosing the right keywords can help your app reach the right people.

Support URL:

This is a web address where users are directed to ask questions about your app or get support.
It is usually a URL with the application's support page or help documentation.

Marketing URL:

This is a web address that redirects to a special marketing page for your app.
Users can click on this link to learn more about your app or access additional resources.

Version:

Specifies the current version number of your app.
When you release a new version, this number increments and is used to track updates.

Copyright:

This contains the copyright information for your app.
It usually contains the company name or the name of the developer of your app.

Routing App Coverage File:

This is a file that specifies how your app is to be used in navigation apps (for example, map apps).
When using your application's geolocation services, you can use this file to customise routing in specific geographic areas.

Build:

This section allows developers to manage the versions used to add their iOS apps to the App Store.
Developers can upload test versions and ready-to-deploy versions of the app here.
Uploaded versions are listed in the developer's dashboard and can be prepared for submission to the App Store.
Version numbers, changelogs, and other details are managed in this section.

Game Center:

Game Centre is a service that provides cross-game social features on the iOS platform.
Players can share games with friends, earn achievements, and compete with other players on leaderboards.
Developers can provide a richer experience for players by adding Game Centre integration to their games.
Game Centre makes it easier for players to connect on social networks and interact in-game.
Both sections provide important tools and features to ensure that apps can be managed effectively by developers. The Build section enables control of app versions, while Game Centre facilitates cross-game interaction and social connections. These sections enable developers to successfully manage their apps and provide richer experiences for users.

App Review Information:

This section contains information for Apple to consider when reviewing your app.
It is used to provide the review team with information about your app's specific features, compliance with content policies, and so on.
This information is important to speed up the approval process and ensure that your app is added to the App Store smoothly.

Version Release:

This section is used when adding or updating a new app version to the App Store.
Release notes contain changes, added features, fixed bugs, and other important information that come with the new version of the app.
This section also includes the release date of a new version, the version number, and any important update information.
Users can know about the latest version of the app, and the developer informs its users about updates.
These two sections play an important role in the process of adding, updating, and reviewing your app in the App Store. Providing transparent information that complies with Apple's policies can help your app build credibility with users and contribute to its successful performance on the App Store.
Then fill in the required fields in the App Information field.

Localizable Information:

This section contains some basic information about your app as it appears in the App Store, and often includes information for multiple languages and regions.

Name:

This is the field where the name of the related application is entered.
It appears as the title of the application in the App Store.
It creates the first impression of the users about the application.

Subname:

It is used to add additional information or description to the application name.
Depending on the need, it can be used to further explain the main name of the application or to emphasise a specific feature.

General Information:

Bundle ID:

Represents a unique identifier of the application.

It helps to distinguish between different versions of an application or other applications from the same developer.

SKU (Stock Keeping Unit):

It is the unit used for stock management and internal tracking of the application.

SKU is often used in internal business processes and accounting applications.

Apple ID:

It represents a unique identifier of the application determined by Apple.

It is used to create a special page of the application in the App Store.

Content Rights:

Contains information about rights and restrictions related to the content of the application.

May include copyright, terms of use and licence information.

Age Rating:

Indicates for which age groups the app is intended.
This rating provides a preliminary indication that the app's content is intended for appropriate age groups.
This is basic information that developers should provide when adding or updating their apps to the App Store.

Each term has an important role that affects the promotion, management, and user experience of the app.

Complete the Pricing and Availability fields. The Pricing and Availability fields contain information such as your app's pricing, pricing plans, and availability in the App Store.

Fill in the fields under the App Privacy category.

Click the Get started button to fill in the fields under the App Privacy category.

After completing the confirmation on the screen that opens, click the Next button.

After making the necessary selections, click the Save button.

After all required fields under General category are filled, Features fields should be filled.

Features

The Features section typically provides information about specific features and functions of applications that the developer has developed for the various platforms offered by Apple (e.g., iOS, macOS).

This section is an area that the developer can use to promote the application, highlight it and impress potential users. This category includes In-App Purchases, Subscriptions, App Store Promotions, In App Events, Custom Product Pages.

In-App Purchases:

It refers to additional paid transactions that users can perform to access certain features, content or services within the application.

Subscriptions:

It is a feature that allows users to access content or features within the application for a certain fee for a certain period of time.

App Store Promotions:

Campaigns and promotions used to feature the app in the App Store. This may include featuring the app on the home page or in a specific category for a certain period of time.

Custom Product Pages:

These are pages created specifically to promote and market a particular product, feature or service. This is used to emphasise a particular feature or content to users.

In App Events:

These are features that enable users to participate in certain activities within the application and to gain access to benefits specific to these activities.

Product Page Optimization:

The process of optimising the app's product page on the App Store. This may include improving page titles, descriptions, screenshots and other elements to attract more users and increase the potential of the app.

These descriptions generally refer to strategic and marketing-oriented concepts such as in-app purchases, subscriptions, promotions in the App Store, custom product pages, in-app events, and product page optimisation. However, as I mentioned, the specific meaning of these terms may change depending on Apple's current policies and specifications.

Then click Create Test and fill in the fields.