How to Publish a React Native App to App Store and Google Play
Publishing a React Native app requires code signing, store listings, screenshots, and review compliance. This step-by-step guide covers both Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Publishing your React Native app requires preparation for both platforms.
Apple App Store
1. Enroll in Apple Developer Program ($99/year) 2. Configure code signing in Xcode 3. Create App Store Connect listing 4. Submit for review (1-3 days)
Google Play Store
1. Register as Google Play Developer ($25 one-time) 2. Generate signed APK/AAB 3. Create store listing with screenshots 4. Submit for review (hours to days)
Common Rejection Reasons
- ●Missing privacy policy
- ●Crashes during review
- ●Incomplete functionality
- ●Misleading screenshots
For app store deployment help, see our mobile app services and reviews.
Written by M Daniyal Amjad Ali
Full Stack Software Engineer with 5+ years of experience. Expert in Next.js, React, Node.js, and Prisma. 100+ projects delivered worldwide.