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GuideOct 24, 20268 min read

Apple App Store Submission Requirements

A comprehensive checklist to prepare all your assets, metadata, and review information before hitting submit on App Store Connect.

1. Basic App Information

App Name

Your App Name

Keep it memorable and relevant to your core functionality.

Bundle ID

Your App Bundle ID

Unique identifier directly from Xcode (e.g., com.company.app).

App Category

e.g., Utilities, Lifestyle, Productivity.

Pricing

Set to Free, or specify an exact Paid tier.

2. App Screenshots

Required for iPhone Pro Max (6.7")

  • Resolution: 1290 × 2796 px (Portrait)
  • Format: High-quality PNG or JPG
  • Quality: High resolution (no blur, no compression artifacts)
Apple's Strict Screenshot Rules
  • • No device frames required (they are optional, but often cleaner without them).
  • • Do not use misleading UI elements.
  • • Screenshots must show the real app interface in action.

3. App Metadata

Promotional TextOptional

Maximum 170 characters. Appears above the description and can be updated at any time without submitting a new app version.

Description

No strict character limit, but staying under 4,000 characters is highly recommended. Make sure to clearly explain:

  • • What the app does
  • • Core features
  • • Main benefits to the user
  • • Who the app is intended for
Keywords

Comma-separated words used for App Store search optimization (Max 100 characters total). Do not include spaces after commas to save characters.

4. Required URLs

Support URL (Required)

A website or contact page where users can reach you for help.

Marketing URL (Optional)

The main website or landing page for your product.

Domain Name

Your primary domain associated with the application.

5. App Review & Privacy

App Review Information

Apple's review team needs to be able to fully test your app. You must provide:

Contact Information: First Name, Last Name, Phone Number, and Email.
Sign-in Credentials: A dedicated, pre-populated test ID and password if your app requires login.
Privacy Policies
  • App Privacy Policy (Required):

    A URL linking to your privacy policy page outlining all data collection, retention, and deletion practices.

  • User Privacy Policy (Optional):

    Specific user-level terms and conditions, if applicable.