6. How To Release

Create an App Update

1. Create a Play Store Account.

Google Play Console enables developers to easily publish and distribute their applications directly to users of Android-compatible phones. Here's an overview of why you should use it.

• If you don't yet have an account:Sign up for a developer account
• There is a one time payment of $25.

Some hints:

Default privacy policy is stored at: For Content Rating:

• App Category: Utility, Production, Communication or Other.
• Answer NO to all questions except shares user location.
• Rating should be everyone/3+ Language Translation for Swahili can be added:
• Go to Store Listing
• Click on Manage Translations in top Right corner.
• Add Swahili-sw

2. Generate Signing Configs.

Official overview

We recommend using Google Play App Signing. To do so:

1. Create an upload key.

3. Create an apk.

update versionNumber create signed apk Build > Generate Signed APK...

4. Upload app to Play Store ALPHA Channel.

5. Verify everything works as expected.

Google Form

6. Create a GitHub release. (*Recommended)

7. Push app to production.

Optional: CI.

A CI can be used to automate release:

• To push to the play store: https://github.com/Triple-T/gradle-play-publisher

Security Concerns.

More Resources

• Android Docs: Publish your app
• Google Play Console: Launch Checklist