From vibe-coded app to live on both stores. 10 essential steps covering metadata, screenshots, localization, privacy, credentials, and compliance. Built specifically for first-time publishers.
What We Check
Comprehensive coverage of everything needed before you submit.
Visual progress bar shows exactly where you stand. Complete items in any order and pick up where you left off.
Validate your title, subtitle, description, and keywords against store requirements and ASO best practices.
Verify you have screenshots for every required device size. Check format, resolution, and count requirements.
See which markets you are missing and get recommendations for high-impact localizations to add before launch.
Step-by-step guides for setting up App Store Connect and Google Play Console credentials correctly.
Privacy policy, content rating, age rating, and export compliance checks to prevent the most common rejections.
How It Works
Add your app to AppDrift and connect store accounts.
Work through 10 items with clear instructions for each.
Fix issues directly with linked AppDrift tools.
Hit submit knowing you have covered every requirement.
FAQ
The checklist is built specifically for first-time app publishers, especially those using tools like Cursor, Lovable, or Bolt to build their apps. It covers everything from metadata to compliance so you do not miss a step.
Yes. Every checklist item includes guidance for both Apple App Store and Google Play Store, noting where requirements differ between platforms.
Each item includes a clear explanation of what failed and a direct link to the AppDrift tool that can fix it. For example, a metadata quality failure links to the Metadata Generation tool.
The checklist is optimized for first-time launches, but many items like metadata quality, screenshot coverage, and compliance checks are valuable for updates as well.
Yes. The complete 10-item checklist is available on every plan, including the free tier. Some automated checks use tokens, but you can also complete items manually.
Follow the checklist and submit with confidence. Free for every account.