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How to set-up an Apple developer account

Learn how to set-up your own Apple developer account

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Written by Josh Gare
Updated over 2 years ago

In order to launch an app on the Apple App Store you require an Apple developer account registered as an organisation. Detailed instructions on how to set-up an Apple developer account can be found below.

1. How to set-up an Apple Developer Account

STEP 1

Launch the latest version of the Apple Developer App on an iPhone or an iPad (you must use the same device for the entire enrolment process).

STEP 2

Tap the Account tab.

STEP 3

Sign in with your Apple ID. This can be different than the Apple ID signed in to your device, but must have two-factor authentication turned on.

STEP 4

If prompted, review the Apple Developer Agreement and tap Agree.

STEP 5

Tap Enrol Now.

STEP 6

Review the program benefits and requirements and tap Continue.

STEP 7

Enter your personal information and organisation’s information. A full breakdown of the information you need to provide to register as an organisation can be found in the Apple Developer Registration Guide.

NOTE: You will need a D-U-N-S Number if registering as an organisation. These unique nine-digit numbers are assigned by Dun & Bradstreet and are widely used as standard business identifiers. You can look yours up and request one for free.

STEP 8

After you’ve submitted your information, it will be reviewed by Apple. You’ll then receive an email with next steps.

2. How to give us admin access

STEP 1

STEP 2

Ensure that you are registered as an organisation.

NOTE: If you are not registered as an organisation please refer to the ‘How to change your developer account from an individual to an organisation’ section below.

STEP 3

Click ‘People’ and then click ’Manage Users’.

STEP 4

Click the add button (+).

STEP 5

In the dialog that appears, enter the following details:

STEP 6

Under Roles, select Admin.

STEP 7

Click Invite.

3. How to change your developer account from an individual to an organisation

STEP 1

Sign into your developer account.

STEP 2

Click ’Contact Us’ on the left hand menu.

STEP 3

Click ‘Membership and Account’.

STEP 4

Click ’Program Enrolment’.

STEP 5

Click ’Email’.

STEP 6

Type the following: "I'd like to convert my account from Individual to Organisation."

STEP 7

Click ‘Submit’.

Additional Resources:

  1. How to launch an app

  2. How to set-up a Google developer account

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