The app submission process

When submitting iOS and macOS applications to the Apple App Store, there are a number of steps to follow, such as getting certificates generated and creating mobile provisioning profiles.

You will need to use both the Apple Developer website and Xcode.

Certificates identify you as the developer of your apps and ensure the security and integrity of your apps. Different certificates will be required for development and distribution.

Certificates

There are two main types of certificates that are relevant to app development:

• Development certificate: This is used to authorize the installation of applications on physical devices while developing the application.
• Distribution certificate: This is required for application distribution in the App Store or ad hoc (on selected specific devices, the latter usually for testing purposes).

  Additional certificates can be needed for specific purposes, for example, enabling push messages.

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