Got your APK ready? Here's the complete process to get it on Google Play Store.
1. Google Play Developer Account
- Go to play.google.com/console
- Pay $25 one-time registration
- Verify your identity (1-3 days)
2. Prepare Assets
- App icon: 512×512 PNG
- Feature graphic: 1024×500 PNG
- Screenshots: Min 2, max 8 (phone size)
- Short description: 80 chars
- Full description: 4000 chars
3. Privacy Policy
You need a public URL for privacy policy. If your app doesn't collect data, say so clearly.
BAM Studios apps: We don't collect any user data. You can link to apk-builder-eosin.vercel.app/privacy
4. Content Rating
- Fill out the questionnaire
- For Islamic/family apps: "Everyone" rating
- No ads = simpler process
5. Data Safety Declaration
If your APK is built with BAM Studios:
- ✅ No data collected
- ✅ No data shared
- ✅ Data encrypted in transit: N/A
- ✅ Users can request data deletion: N/A
6. Upload APK/AAB
- Google Play now prefers AAB format
- Our APKs are compatible (convert if needed)
- Upload to "Internal testing" first
7. Review & Publish
- Fill everything
- Submit for review
- Approval takes 1-7 days
- First app: longer review
Islamic Apps & Play Store
Islamic content is welcome on Play Store. Common issues to avoid:
- Don't use words that could trigger review (context matters)
- Keep descriptions neutral and factual
- No misleading claims