**Course Title:** .NET MAUI App Development **Section Title:** Publishing and Distribution **Topic:** Platform-specific requirements for publishing (iOS, Android, macOS, Windows) **Overview** ------------ Once you've developed and tested your .NET MAUI app, it's time to prepare it for publishing on various platforms. Each platform has its unique set of requirements that must be met before your app can be successfully published. In this topic, we'll cover the platform-specific requirements for publishing your .NET MAUI app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. **iOS-specific Requirements** ----------------------------- Before publishing your .NET MAUI app on the Apple App Store, you'll need to meet the following requirements: ### 1. Enroll in the Apple Developer Program To publish an app on the App Store, you'll need to enroll in the Apple Developer Program, which costs $99 per year for individuals and $299 per year for companies. You can enroll on the [Apple Developer Program website](https://developer.apple.com/programs/enroll/). ### 2. Create an IPA File To publish your app on the App Store, you'll need to create an IPA file, which is the file format required for iOS apps. To create an IPA file, you'll need to archive your app in Visual Studio and then create a new IPA file using the Archive Manager. ### 3. Test Your App with TestFlight TestFlight is a free service provided by Apple that allows you to test your app on real devices. To use TestFlight, you'll need to create a new build of your app and then upload it to the [TestFlight website](https://developer.apple.com/testflight/). ### 4. Submit Your App for Review Once you've tested your app with TestFlight, you can submit it for review by Apple. This involves creating a new build of your app and then submitting it through the [App Store Connect website](https://appstoreconnect.apple.com/). **Android-specific Requirements** --------------------------------- Before publishing your .NET MAUI app on the Google Play Store, you'll need to meet the following requirements: ### 1. Create a Google Play Developer Account To publish an app on the Play Store, you'll need to create a Google Play Developer account, which costs $25 one-time registration fee. You can create an account on the [Google Play Developer website](https://play.google.com/apps/publish/). ### 2. Create a Signed APK or AAB File To publish your app on the Play Store, you'll need to create a signed APK or AAB file. To create a signed APK or AAB file, you'll need to archive your app in Visual Studio and then sign it with a keystore. ### 3. Test Your App with Google Play Testing Google Play Testing is a free service provided by Google that allows you to test your app on real devices. To use Google Play Testing, you'll need to create a new build of your app and then upload it to the [Google Play Testing website](https://developer.android.com/distribute/test/test.html). ### 4. Submit Your App for Review Once you've tested your app with Google Play Testing, you can submit it for review by Google. This involves creating a new build of your app and then submitting it through the [Google Play Console website](https://play.google.com/apps/publish/). **macOS-specific Requirements** --------------------------- Before publishing your .NET MAUI app on the Mac App Store, you'll need to meet the following requirements: ### 1. Enroll in the Apple Developer Program To publish an app on the Mac App Store, you'll need to enroll in the Apple Developer Program, which costs $99 per year for individuals and $299 per year for companies. You can enroll on the [Apple Developer Program website](https://developer.apple.com/programs/enroll/). ### 2. Create a .pkg File To publish your app on the Mac App Store, you'll need to create a .pkg file. To create a .pkg file, you'll need to archive your app in Visual Studio and then create a new .pkg file using the Archive Manager. ### 3. Test Your App with TestFlight TestFlight is a free service provided by Apple that allows you to test your app on real devices. To use TestFlight, you'll need to create a new build of your app and then upload it to the [TestFlight website](https://developer.apple.com/testflight/). ### 4. Submit Your App for Review Once you've tested your app with TestFlight, you can submit it for review by Apple. This involves creating a new build of your app and then submitting it through the [Mac App Store Connect website](https://appstoreconnect.apple.com/). **Windows-specific Requirements** --------------------------- Before publishing your .NET MAUI app on the Microsoft Store, you'll need to meet the following requirements: ### 1. Create a Microsoft Partner Center Account To publish an app on the Microsoft Store, you'll need to create a Microsoft Partner Center account, which is free. You can create an account on the [Microsoft Partner Center website](https://partner.microsoft.com/en-US/dashboard/directories). ### 2. Create a .appx or .msix File To publish your app on the Microsoft Store, you'll need to create a .appx or .msix file. To create a .appx or .msix file, you'll need to archive your app in Visual Studio and then create a new .appx or .msix file using the Archive Manager. ### 3. Test Your App with Microsoft Developer Portal Microsoft Developer Portal is a free service provided by Microsoft that allows you to test your app on real devices. To use Microsoft Developer Portal, you'll need to create a new build of your app and then upload it to the [Microsoft Developer Portal website](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-US/apps/default). ### 4. Submit Your App for Review Once you've tested your app with Microsoft Developer Portal, you can submit it for review by Microsoft. This involves creating a new build of your app and then submitting it through the [Microsoft Store website](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/apps). **Conclusion** ---------- In conclusion, publishing a .NET MAUI app on various platforms requires meeting the specific requirements for each platform. By following the guidelines outlined in this topic, you'll be able to successfully publish your app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. **Leave a Comment or Ask a Question** -------------------------------------- If you have any questions or need further clarification on any of the topics covered in this lesson, please leave a comment below. This concludes the "Platform-specific requirements for publishing (iOS, Android, macOS, Windows)" topic. In the next topic, we'll cover the final steps for publishing your .NET MAUI app.