Apple Developer vs Play Console

Whether you’re an indie developer or launching your own tech startup, this guide covers everything you need to know to get started with publishing apps on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. From account types and pricing to required documents, step-by-step enrollment processes, and data privacy requirements — this document gives you a full breakdown.
Perfect for beginners, freelancers, and business owners planning to distribute paid or free apps across iOS and Android platforms.

✅ Apple App Store Developer Account – Full Details

1. Account Types & Pricing

Account TypeDetails
Individual Account$99/year – Published under your personal name
Organization Account$99/year – Published under your business name. Requires D-U-N-S Number for business verification.

2. Required Information

FieldRequired?Notes
Apple ID✅With two-factor authentication enabled
Legal Entity Name✅For organizations – must be a registered business
D-U-N-S Number✅ (Org)Required to verify business identity
Business Address✅Physical address of the organization
Contact Email✅Public or support email
Phone Number✅For contact and verification
Website URL✅ (Org)Should match the business or app brand
LogoOptionalUsed for app branding
Bank Account Info✅ (for paid apps)To receive app revenue
Tax Info✅Required for revenue payouts (W-9, W-8BEN, etc.)
Privacy Policy URL✅Required if app collects any user data
Privacy Nutrition Labels✅Fill out in App Store Connect for each app

3. Updated Setup Steps (Apple Developer Account – 2025)

  1. Download the Apple Developer app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac from the App Store.
  2. Open the app and go to the “Account” tab.
  3. Sign in with your Apple ID (two-factor authentication must be enabled).
  4. Choose to enroll as an Individual or Organization.
  5. Fill in the required details and submit payment of $99/year.
  6. Wait for Apple’s approval (usually 1–3 business days).
  7. Once approved, use App Store Connect to manage and publish your apps.

✅ Google Play Developer Account – Full Details

1. Account Types & Pricing

Account TypeDetails
Individual or OrganizationOne-time $25 fee – Lifetime access. Requires identity verification via official ID.

2. Required Information

FieldRequired?Notes
Google Account✅Gmail or Google Workspace
Developer Name✅Shown on Play Store app listing
Contact Email✅Shown publicly to users
Phone Number✅Required for verification and user support
Business Address✅ (if selling)Required for billing and legal notices
Identity Verification✅Government ID + selfie (individuals), business docs (orgs)
LogoOptionalUsed on app listings and branding
Website URLOptionalGood for trust and branding
Privacy Policy URL✅Required if your app collects any personal or sensitive data
Payment Profile✅ (if paid app)Set up via Google Payments Center
Bank Account Info✅ (if paid app)To receive payments from Google Play
Data Safety Section✅Disclosure of data collection, use, and sharing

3. Setup Steps

  1. Go to Google Play Console
  2. Sign in with your Google Account
  3. Pay $25 one-time fee
  4. Complete developer profile (email, phone, address)
  5. Submit identity verification
  6. Create payment profile (for paid apps)
  7. Start uploading your app

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