How to Create an Apple Developer Account to Publish Your OTT App

You can create your own branded streaming app for iOS phones very easily using LinqTV One’s no-code app builder. However, to publish your app on the Apple App Store, you will need an iOS developer account.

If you need help in creating your own Apple Developer’s Account, then this blog is for you! In this blog, we will discuss the steps you need to follow to create an Apple Developer Account. We will also guide you through the app listing process. So, let’s get started!

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Creating an Apple Developer Account and listing your app involves the following 10 steps:

And we are here to guide you through each of these 10 steps. So, let’s start with the first step!

To create your own Apple ID, you need to follow the steps given below:

Your Apple ID will be created.

Protecting your Apple ID is crucial. Setting up two-factor authentication will help deter any form of hacking attempts.

Follow the steps given below to set up two-factor authentication for your Apple ID.

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch:

Once two-factor authentication is enabled, you can proceed to the next step, which is joining the Apple Developer Program.

Follow the steps given below to join the Apple Developer Program:

Its now time to complete the Apple Developer Program Enrollment Process. In this enrollment form, you will need to enter your profile details like Business/individual name, DUNS Number (in case of businesses), work email, website, office contact number, etc. Fill in all the relevant details correctly. Finally enter the CAPTCHA verification code and submit the enrollment form.

Note that your business must be a legal entity with a proper legal entity name if you are applying for an Apple Developer Enterprise account.

Now go to the “Your Information” page. You will be asked to enter some details. So, fill in the necessary details like legal name, phone number, and business address. You will get a copy of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement. Read through it carefully, check the box, and continue.

Now you will be asked to verify all the account-related details that you have entered so far. So, read all the details, check and verify them carefully. Once satisfied, click on continue and enter the next step.

The most common question asked by all the developers – Is the Apple Developer Program Free?

Well, the answer is NO! Apple Developer Program is not free. You need to pay US $99 annually for it. And it’s obvious that you would like to remain a member for many years. So, instead of manually paying this fee every year, you can set up auto-renewal.

In case you are redirected to the auto-renewal page after verifying your account details, you can enable auto-renewal directly from there.

But even if you miss that opportunity, you can set it up any time later. To set auto-renewal of the Apple Developer Program later, follow these steps:

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