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Google Play Developer Program: Organization Enrollment & App Submission Guide

🤖 Google Play Developer Program: Organization Enrollment & App Submission Guide

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for organizations to enroll in the Google Play Developer Program and submit Android apps to the Google Play Store.

🏢 Google Play Developer Account Enrollment for Organizations

To publish apps on the Play Store, your organization must create a Google Play Developer account.

1. Prerequisites

Before beginning enrollment, ensure the following:

  • A Google account (preferably a work account, not a personal Gmail).
  • A valid business name and physical address.
  • A website and support contact information for your organization.
  • A $25 USD one-time registration fee (non-recurring).

2. Enrollment Steps

  1. Go to the Google Play Console Sign-Up Page.
  2. Log in with your Google account.
  3. Accept the Developer Distribution Agreement.
  4. Pay the $25 USD registration fee.
  5. Fill in your Developer Profile:
    • Developer name (publicly visible)
    • Contact email
    • Contact phone number
    • Physical address
  6. Select "Organization" as your account type.
  7. Provide your organization's legal name, website, and business registration information if prompted.

For full enrollment instructions, refer to the official Google Play Console Account Registration Guide.

🚀 App Submission to Google Play Store

Once your developer account is set up, you can begin submitting your Android app to the Play Store using the Google Play Console.

1. Upload the App Bundle or APK

  1. Sign in to the Google Play Console.
  2. Click "Create app" and enter the required information:
    • App name
    • Default language
    • App or game
    • Free or paid
    • Confirm declarations
  3. Click Create to enter the app dashboard.
  4. Navigate to "Release" > "Production" > "Create new release".
  5. Upload your .aab (Android App Bundle) file or .apk.
  6. Optionally, configure App signing by Google Play.

2. Complete App Content & Store Listing

  1. Under "Main store listing", enter:
    • App title
    • Short & full descriptions
    • Screenshots
    • Feature graphic
    • App category and tags
    • Contact details (email, phone, website)
  2. Under "App content", complete required policy declarations:
    • Privacy policy URL
    • Target audience and content rating
    • Ads declaration
    • Data safety section

3. Set Up Pricing & Distribution

  1. Choose your app’s availability:
    • Free or paid
    • Countries and regions to distribute in
  2. Opt in or out of programs and devices like Android TV, Wear OS, etc.

4. Submit for Review

  1. Navigate back to "Production" > "Releases".
  2. Review the summary.
  3. Click "Start rollout to Production" > "Rollout".

Your app will be reviewed by Google. You will receive status updates via email and within the Play Console.

For the complete process, refer to the official Submit App for Review Guide.

✅ Tips & Best Practices

  • Use internal testing tracks before production release.
  • Fill out the Data Safety form honestly and thoroughly.
  • Ensure app compliance with Google’s Developer Program Policies.
  • Provide localized content if targeting multiple regions.
  • Keep your developer profile up to date and professional.