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Creating & Publishing Android App on Google Play

In the modern digital landscape, Android developers and enterprises that wish to engage a global audience must publish their applications on the Google Play Store. If you’re developing a personal project or launching a commercial product, knowing how to create a Google Play Console account and publish your app is critical. This article leads you through the entire process, from account creation and verification to app listing and production rollout, so you can confidently publish your app on the Play Store.

What’s Google Play Console?

  • Central hub for managing Android apps
  • Features: reporting, releases, store presence, user acquisition

Steps

  • Setting up a Play Console account
  • Creating a new app
  • Uploading production build

Step 1 – Sign Up

  • Go to the Play Console signup page
  • Sign in via Google account
  • Accept Developer Distribution Agreement
  • Pay a one-time $25 fee
Developer Type & Verifications
  • Choose Personal or Organization
  • Provide name, address, email, phone
  • Org accounts: Google request D-U-N-S
  • A D-U-N-S Number is a unique nine-digit number that helps create your credit file and identify corporate relationships.
Account Verification
  • Extra checks for organizations
  • May take hours to a maximum 8 days
Account Dashboard Overview
  • Left menu: Settings, Developer Account info, Activity Logs
  • List of Apps

Step 2 – Create a New App

  • Go to All apps > Create app
  • Set language & app name
  • Specify App/Game and Free/Paid
  • Provide support email, accept policies
App Dashboard & Setup Guide
  • Dashboard tabs: Store presence, App bundle explorer, Content rating, Testing & release

Step 3a – Configure Store Listing

  • Title, short/full description
  • Upload App icon, feature graphic, screenshots
  • Need 2-8 screenshots
  • Contact info, category, privacy policy

Step 3b – Content Rating

  • Go to Content rating
  • Fill out the questionnaire
  • Determines user age suitability

Step 3c – App Signing

  • Create App Signing AAB or APK
  • Create New JKS File

Step 4 – Upload Production Build

  • Go to Production > Create new release
  • Upload AAB or APK
  • Add release notes
  • Review version code, bundle size

Final Review & Rollout

  • Review metadata
  • Click Review release > Start rollout
  • Confirm and publish

Post-Release: Publishing Status

  • App Status: Draft, In Review, Production, Rejected, Unpublished, Removed by Google, Suspended by Google
  • Publishing time: hours to 7 days

Review & Troubleshooting

  • Verification delays
  • Asset rejections
  • Signing/version mismatches
  • Policy violations

Summary

  • Create account > pay > verify
  • Create app > listing > rating
  • Enable signing > upload build
  • Rollout > monitor status

Account Settings

  • Transfer Any App to Other Play Console Account

Conclusion:

Creating and publishing your Android app on Google Play may seem complex at first, but with a clear, step-by-step approach, the process becomes manageable and rewarding. By following the guidelines provided — setting up your Play Console account, verifying your identity, configuring your app listing, and successfully uploading your build — you set the foundation for reaching millions of Android users. Remember, launching is just the beginning; continue to monitor performance, comply with policies, and update your app to ensure long-term success.

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