Documentation Index

Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.nativeline.ai/llms.txt

Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

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TestFlight Setup

This guide walks you through setting up TestFlight for the first time. After this, uploading subsequent builds is quick and easy.

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Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• Apple Developer Program membership (active)
• Apple Developer account connected to Nativeline
• Your app with a unique Bundle ID
• App icon (1024x1024 PNG)

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Step 1: Create App in App Store Connect

Before uploading, your app must exist in App Store Connect.

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Step 2: Configure App Store Connect

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Basic Information

Once your app is created, add basic info:

1. App Information
   • Category (e.g., Productivity, Entertainment)
   • Content Rights
   • Age Rating
2. Pricing and Availability
   • Price (Free or select a price tier)
   • Availability (which countries)

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Privacy Policy

Apple requires a privacy policy URL for all apps:

1. Create a privacy policy (many free generators online)
2. Host it somewhere (your website, Notion page, etc.)
3. Add the URL in App Store Connect → App Information → Privacy Policy URL

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Step 3: Configure TestFlight

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Navigate to TestFlight

In App Store Connect:

1. Click on your app
2. Select “TestFlight” tab

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Set Up Test Information

For external testing, you’ll need:

• Beta App Description: What testers should know
• Beta App Review Information: Contact info for Apple review
• What to Test: Instructions for testers

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Create a Tester Group (Optional)

Organize testers into groups:

1. Click ”+” next to “External Groups”
2. Name your group (e.g., “Beta Testers”)
3. Add testers to this group later

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Step 4: Connect Nativeline to App Store Connect

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Enable App Store Connect Integration

In Nativeline:

1. Open your project
2. Click the plane icon (✈️) in the top-right toolbar
3. Click Connect to App Store Connect when prompted
4. Sign in with your Apple Developer Apple ID
5. Select your team (if multiple)

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Verify Connection

Once connected, you should see:

• Your team name
• Your app listed
• “Ready to upload” status

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Step 5: Prepare Your App

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Finalize Your App

Before uploading, ensure:

• App is working and tested in Simulator
• No obvious crashes or bugs
• Version number is set (e.g., 1.0.0)
• Build number is set (e.g., 1)

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Update Version Information

In Nativeline Settings → App Identity:

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Step 6: Upload Your First Build

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What Happens After Upload

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Processing

Apple processes your build:

• Validates the binary
• Checks for required assets
• Scans for issues

You’ll see status in App Store Connect:

• “Processing” → Wait
• “Ready to Submit” → You can add testers

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If Processing Fails

Check for:

• Missing app icon
• Invalid provisioning
• Bundle ID mismatch

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Post-Setup Checklist

After completing setup:

• App exists in App Store Connect
• Bundle ID matches between Nativeline and App Store Connect
• First build uploaded and processed
• Build shows “Ready to Submit” in TestFlight tab

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Next Steps