App Store & Google Play Launch Checklist (2026)
An interactive 35-point audit checklist covering metadata character limits, 1024px icon transparency, 6.9" screenshot resolutions, privacy policy URLs, Guideline 2.3.7 rules, TestFlight builds, and Google Play Data Safety forms.
What items must be verified before submitting an app to the App Store?
Before submitting an app build to App Store Connect, developers must verify: 30-char title & subtitle limits, 100-char keyword field formatting, 1024×1024 px App Store icon without alpha channels, 6.9-inch iPhone screenshot sets, a publicly accessible Privacy Policy URL (Guideline 5.1.1), TestFlight beta stability, and compliance with Rule 2.3.7 (no pricing or '#1' ranking claims).
Metadata
Visuals
Legal & Compliance
Technical
Technical Specifications & Rules
| Store Requirement | Specification Limit | ASO & Guidelines Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Total Audit Touchpoints | 35 Checklist Items | Covers Metadata, Visual Assets, Technical Build & Legal Compliance |
| Store Scope | Apple App Store Connect & Google Play Console | Dual platform submission validation |
| Local Progress Retention | 100% Browser LocalStorage | Saves checked items automatically so you can resume anytime |
| Guideline Compliance | Apple 2.3.7, 5.1.1 & Play Data Safety | Prevents instant metadata or binary rejections |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:Does my checklist progress get saved if I close the browser?
Yes! Your checked progress is automatically stored in your browser's local storage so you can return anytime.
Q:What is the #1 cause of first-time App Store submission rejections?
Missing privacy policy URLs (Guideline 5.1.1), broken in-app links, placeholder text ('Lorem Ipsum'), and prohibited ranking claims ('#1 app') in titles account for over 60% of first-submission rejections.
Q:Does this checklist cover Android Google Play Console submissions?
Yes. It includes dedicated sections for Google Play Data Safety forms, target Android API levels, and Play Console graphics packages.
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