App Store Connect Release Checklist — Free iOS App Review Checklist

Submission Readiness Score

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Listing & Assets

App Store Screenshots uploaded for 6.9" and 6.7" displays

Ensure screenshots represent the real app without letterboxing or misleading hardware frames.

1024×1024 px App Store Marketing Icon uploaded

RGB color space, 72 dpi, no transparency, square corners (Apple applies the squircle).

Public Privacy Policy URL provided

Must be a publicly accessible web page detailing how user data is collected and stored.

Support URL and Contact Information active

Apple testers will verify that users have a functioning way to get customer support.

App Review Guidelines

Review Demo Account credentials provided (Guideline 2.1)

If your app requires a login, provide an active username and password in App Store Connect App Review Information.

Sufficient utility beyond a website (Guideline 4.2)

App must offer interactive native capabilities rather than merely wrapping a web page in a WebView.

All permission strings explain clear user benefit (Guideline 5.1.1)

NSCameraUsageDescription etc. must explain WHY access is needed, not just 'App needs camera'.

Technical Requirements

PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy bundled in Xcode project target

Mandatory since Spring 2024 for all apps using UserDefaults, File Timestamps, or Boot Time APIs.

Tested on IPv6-only networks

Apple’s review team conducts tests on strict IPv6-only cellular infrastructure.

Tested on iPad or checked 'Requires iPhone' in target settings

iPhone apps must run scaled cleanly on iPad without crashing or clipping critical buttons.

Monetization & Legal

Prominent 'Restore Purchases' button on paywall

Mandatory requirement for all auto-renewable and non-consumable in-app purchases.

Must link to Apple standard EULA or your custom terms of service.

The Top 3 Reasons Apple Rejects Apps

Guideline 2.1: Incomplete Info

If the reviewer cannot log in because demo credentials were missing, or the backend API was unavailable, review is halted immediately.

Guideline 4.2: Minimum Utility

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Guideline 5.1.1: Data Collection

Requesting camera or location access without a descriptive NSCameraUsageDescription in Info.plist triggers an instant automated rejection.

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