The previous article explained the App Store publishing process for mobile apps in detail. The steps are complicated, especially for people who are not familiar with information technology. However, the higher publishing threshold also helps ensure that apps searchable in the App Store meet a certain quality standard.
Mobile apps are mainly downloaded through two channels: App Store and Google Play. Compared with the App Store, publishing a mobile app on Google Play is simpler. For non-technical users, app development is still difficult, but publishing a completed app is something they may be able to try.
Steps for Publishing on Google Play
First, you need to apply for a Google Account, then use that account to apply for a Google Play Developer Account.
Before applying for the developer account, you need to pay a one-time fee of USD 25. Compared with the App Store’s annual USD 99 fee, this is much cheaper. Because the Google Play developer account fee is one-time only, no additional yearly payment is required afterward.
After payment, you enter another interface where you need to set the default language and mobile app name. You then fill in the app’s short introduction and detailed description.
Next, upload images. You can start by uploading basic screenshots and a feature graphic. The accepted formats are PNG and JPG.
Then select the app category and enter the company website and email address. This email address will be shown to users, so it should be entered carefully.
Basic information is then largely complete. Before submitting the mobile app to Google Play, testing is required, just like the App Store. During testing, Alpha and Beta versions can be uploaded first because Google provides free cloud testing.
After that, upload the APK, which allows the actual running performance to be tested. Once the APK is uploaded successfully, the interface will ask you to enter an email address again. This email is used to notify you about the app review result.
Finally, wait for the review result. Successful publishing on Google Play is usually faster than on the App Store. Some users have reported that their app was successfully published after just one day.
If your mobile app is unfortunately removed from Google Play, it may have violated the Google Play Developer Programme Policies or Developer Distribution Agreement. App removal does not necessarily affect your developer account, but repeated removals may lead to suspension. Therefore, you should continue maintaining the app after launch to protect it from being removed.
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