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Locate the In-App Purchases and Subscriptions Section in App Store Connect
App Store Connect displays the In-App Purchases and Subscriptions section on your app's version page when your app has an In-App Purchase or subscription with a Ready to Submit status. To locate the In-App Purchases and Subscriptions section: In Apps, select the app you want to view. In the sidebar, select the app version. On the version page, scroll down to the In-App Purchases and Subscriptions section. For more information, see Submit an In-App Purchase.
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Resubmitted after 2.1 Information Needed, waiting for review for a week
Hi, My app Townfolio: PnL Tracker (6823292899) has been sitting in Waiting for Review since Nov 4. Some background: the first review came back on Oct 31 asking for more info under 2.1. I answered everything in the review notes, added a screen recording and resubmitted on Nov 4. Since then nothing has changed and there are no new messages. I also requested an expedited review on Nov 7 but didn't hear anything back. It's my first app and the 1.0 includes a weekly subscription. Is a week normal right now, or could something be stuck on my end? Happy to fix anything if needed. Thanks
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TestFlight "The requested app is not available or doesn't exist" for every build since Oct 23
Hi, Every TestFlight build of my two apps that I uploaded after October 23, 2026 fails to install on my iPhone with: "Could not install Pathway360 Client. The requested app is not available or doesn't exist." What makes it strange: build 70 (uploaded Oct 23, 2026) installed fine on the same iPhone 15 Pro (iOS 27.0.1), with the same Apple ID. Builds 86, 87, 100, 103, 104 and 6209 (Nov 5) all fail. I compared the Build Metadata of 70 and 6209 line by line in App Store Connect: same bundle ID, same SDK (23F81a), same entitlements, same minimum iOS, both "Validated" with a compressed file size, export compliance answered. Only the build number and size differ. What changed on my side after Oct 23: my Free Apps Agreement became active on Oct 30, 2026, and I updated my account name to my legal name. What I already checked: my tester status is Accepted (not Invited), in my internal group, with the same Apple ID in TestFlight. I deleted and reinstalled TestFlight, restarted the device, and tried on more than one device. The same app installs and runs from a direct (Ad Hoc) install, so the binary is fine. Today I also set pricing (free) and availability, which had been empty. I have had two support cases open since Nov 5 with no reply (30000005886872, 30000005889363). I am in Saudi Arabia, so the phone callback option is not available to me. Could someone from Apple please check whether something on my account or app record blocks TestFlight delivery since Oct 23? Thank you, Sajed
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Submission stuck in "Waiting for Review" for 9 days despite accepted expedited requests
Our app Wasp Off Road (Apple ID 6826914168), version 1.3.0, has been in "Waiting for Review" since November 2. We requested expedited review three times (November 5, 9 and 10) and all were accepted, but the submission never moved to "In Review". Our account, agreements, tax forms and app information are all in good standing, and System Status shows no issues. Support case 103013076175 has no response yet, and phone support shows as unavailable. Submission ID: d87b5f0f-743e-4c05-ab31-4e0728d84e21 Could someone from App Review check whether this submission is stuck? Thank you.
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App remained in “Waiting for Review” from November 5 to November 10 — guidance requested
Hello App Review team and fellow developers, We would appreciate guidance regarding a previous iOS submission that remained in “Waiting for Review” without entering review. App: GOSH App Apple ID: 6794188001 Platform: iOS Version: 2.0.0 Timeline: November 5, 2026: We resubmitted after addressing the previous Guideline 1.1 feedback concerning promotional screenshots. November 5–10: The submission remained in “Waiting for Review.” November 9: We submitted an expedited review request. November 10: We removed the submission to address an ITMS-90683 warning concerning NSLocationWhenInUseUsageDescription. It was still showing “Waiting for Review” when removed. The build upload had completed successfully, with ITMS-90683 listed under Warnings. We understand that review times vary. Could you please clarify: Can an ITMS-90683 upload warning prevent a successfully processed build from entering review, or lead to rejection during review? Which support channel should we use to determine whether the previous delay required any additional information or action from us? We can provide the relevant submission details privately through the appropriate Apple support channel. Thank you for your guidance.
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New app submitted Nov 1, stopped by an automated price check on a correct price – still not reviewed, no reply from support
Hello, Our first iOS release was submitted on November 1 and still hasn't been reviewed, 10 days later. App Apple ID: 6825241739 Submission ID: a630a17e-1980-47a3-8497-c253c4c5b22c Nov 1: submitted the app with its in-app purchases Nov 2: an automated Guideline 3 message stopped the review to ask whether 100,000 Credits at $100.00 USD was the intended price. It was correct (a flat $1 = 1,000 credits; $100 is our largest pack), and we confirmed it in the thread the same day. Nov 4: resubmitted as asked – no status change since Nov 9: contacted Developer Support – no reply Nov 11: requested an expedited review and followed up with support Nothing in the app or its prices has changed since November 1. The message thread is now closed, so we can't reply there. Could someone from App Review check whether this submission is still in the queue, or whether something is still holding it? We'll respond right away to anything you need. Thank you.
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Stuck in 'In Review'
My app has been stuck in “Waiting for Review” for almost 30 days, and now it’s been stuck in “In Review” with no update. Is anyone else facing the same issue? If you've had a recent App Store review, how long did you have to wait before getting a decision? My Android version is already live, performing well, and generating revenue. Meanwhile, I'm losing valuable time and potential revenue because my iOS app is stuck in Apple's review process. As an independent developer, I've invested so much time, effort, and resources into building this app, and it's incredibly disappointing to have business opportunities held back because of such a lengthy review process. Apple, this is seriously hurting developers. We understand that app reviews take time, but waiting nearly a month and still having no decision is unacceptable. Developers deserve transparency and a reasonable review timeline. I really hope someone at Apple takes notice and looks into these delays.
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First-time app submission still not approved after a month. Are these review timelines normal?
Hey everyone, My company is submitting its first iOS app, and we're hoping to learn from people who've been through this. Here's our timeline so far: Week 0 (Oct. 9th): Submitted the app for review. Week 2: Submitted an expedited review request 2 days later : Received our first rejection. Rejected because our app didn't include an account delete feature. Resubmitted 2 days later with the requested feature. Week 3: Created a support ticket requesting an update 2 days later: Received a second rejection. The second rejection was under Guideline 5.1.2 (App Tracking Transparency). Our privacy labels marked data types as used for tracking. We've corrected them, confirmed we don't track users, replied to App Review, and resubmitted all within 30 min os rejection email. Today marks exactly 1 month with no approval. The waits between each review have been roughly a week or longer, and we have events and physical marketing campaigns planned around the launch. We planned for 1 month of runway between submission and approval which is now gone and there is not clear idea on timeline... Questions for the community: Are week-long (or longer) waits between submissions and rejections normal for a first-time submission, or does this sound unusual? Does a new developer account or first app submission tend to get extra scrutiny or slower reviews? Is there anything that helped you speed up the process, such as an expedited review request, contacting Developer Support, or a phone call with App Review?
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TestFlight broken on all my apps: invites never arrive + "The requested app is not available or doesn't exist"
Hi everyone, I'm stuck with a TestFlight issue affecting ALL apps on my developer account: New internal testers show "Invited", but never receive the invitation email. "Resend Invite" does nothing. Existing testers get notified about new builds, but installing fails with: "Could not install [App]. The requested app is not available or doesn't exist." I've contacted Apple Support but no answer yet. Has anyone had this recently? How did you fix it? Thanks!
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Individual-to-Organization migration pending since August — paid membership disabled and agreement acceptance blocked
Hello, I’m looking for guidance on the correct escalation process for an Individual-to-Organization migration that has remained unresolved since late August 2026. My Apple Developer Program membership is already paid, with a renewal date of August 4, 2027. However, the Developer portal still says that the migration is being processed and that membership benefits are temporarily disabled. The business is a Polish sole proprietorship registered in CEIDG, with a D-U-N-S Number. I explained this legal structure to Developer Support in August. The D-U-N-S information was confirmed as verified on September 1. There are now two enrollment references associated with the same Apple Account. I followed the requested steps in both paths, but I have not received confirmation of whether the newer enrollment replaces the original migration or whether Support needs to reconcile them. On October 30, I uploaded my passport and English-language CEIDG certificate through Apple’s secure portal. Apple confirmed receipt. I have since followed up through the existing support case, including today, November 11. The current blockers are: The migration remains pending and membership benefits are disabled. Certificates, Identifiers & Profiles remains unavailable. App Store Connect is accessible, but attempting to create an app produces an “Agreement Update” dialog requiring acceptance of the updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement. The Developer account does not show a Review/Agree control for that agreement. Phone support currently appears unavailable in the case portal. We need to release TickerCanvas and Patent Strzelecki on iOS; their Android versions are already published. I understand that individual account matters must be handled privately. My questions here concern the escalation process: How can this existing case reach the team able to resolve a stalled membership migration? If the organization migration cannot be completed promptly, can Support restore the existing paid Individual membership and publishing access without requiring another subscription? How should the updated license agreement be accepted when the pending migration appears to prevent access to the acceptance step? I am happy to provide case and enrollment references privately to an authorized Apple representative. After more than two months, I would appreciate a concrete next step that allows us to resume development and submit our apps. Thank you.
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remained in “Waiting for Review” for one week and did not enter review during that period.
I would like to ask about the review status of our iOS app. Apple ID: 6794188001 Submission ID: 277bcffe-9288-4630-9497-b237c39efa7d Platform: iOS Version: 2.0.0 Build: 17 Submitted: November 5, 2026 at approximately 11:03 AM Build 17 remained in “Waiting for Review” for several business days and did not enter review during that period. At the time it was removed, Build 17 was still showing “Waiting for Review”. The submission was later removed after we identified and addressed the ITMS-90683 warning related to the missing NSLocationWhenInUseUsageDescription purpose string. Could anyone confirm whether this length of time in “Waiting for Review” is normal? Could the ITMS-90683 warning have prevented the submission from entering review or caused a rejection, even though the build upload completed successfully?
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App Stuck in "Waiting for Review" for More Than 7 Days – Significant Business Impact
Hello Apple Developer Community, Our app has been stuck in "Waiting for Review" for more than 7 days, and we have not received any updates regarding the review process. I have already contacted the Apple App Review Team three times via email, but unfortunately, I have not received any response so far. Submission ID: 30000009122220 This delay is creating significant challenges for our business and customers. Our application is actively used by many clients and their employees, who are increasingly frustrated because they are unable to receive important updates and new features. As a result, several important modules and improvements are currently blocked from going live. This is directly affecting our ability to deliver promised functionality to our clients, meet their expectations, and maintain service quality. Unfortunately, some clients are becoming dissatisfied, and we are facing the risk of losing business because of these delays. We fully understand that Apple's review process requires time and appreciate the team's efforts to maintain quality and security. However, waiting more than seven days without any update, despite multiple follow-ups, is becoming increasingly difficult for us and our customers. Could someone from Apple or the developer community please advise: Is it normal for an app to remain in "Waiting for Review" for more than seven days? Is there any way to escalate the review request or get an estimated review timeline? Should we continue waiting, or is there any additional action required from our side? We would sincerely appreciate any guidance or assistance. A timely review would make a significant difference to our customers and business. Thank you.
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App review (long-time)
Hello, I’m reaching out to seek clarification and assistance with my app submission that has remained in Waiting for Review status for an extended time. Key details: App Apple ID: 6830559407 Submission type: Resubmission (2nd submission) Original rejection reason: Missing demo screen recording Developer Support case ID: 30000010700609 My first submission was rejected due to a missing demo screen recording. I have fully supplemented the required recording material, verified all app metadata and review information are complete, then resubmitted the build. Since resubmission, the status has not updated, and there are no new messages in the Resolution Center. I have already opened a Developer Support case using the ID listed above, but have not yet received a substantive reply. I have confirmed the following on my end: All developer agreements in App Store Connect are active and up to date There are no pending actions or required fixes on the submission page All review assets, including the requested demo recording, are properly uploaded and complete I understand that App Review timelines can vary based on submission volume and app complexity, and I fully respect the review process. My main request is to confirm that my submission is properly queued for review, and to know if there is any additional information I can provide to help move this forward. Any guidance from the App Review team or insights from fellow developers would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and help.
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TestFlight sends no invitations on new account: internal didNotify stays false, external submission fails with 422
Since our developer account became active (4 Nov 2026), TestFlight has not sent a single invitation, internal or external. It affects both apps on the account, so it seems to be account-level. Internal testing Both internal testers are App Store Connect users of our team (Account Holder/Admin and Developer), have accepted the terms, and their tester email matches their user account. They are in the internal group, which has access to all builds. "Automatically notify testers" is on. All builds are VALID and IN_BETA_TESTING. Testers stay "Invited" with no invitation date, and no email ever arrives. Other Apple emails (build processing, agreements) reach the same address, so delivery is not the issue. The build beta details show the notification is never triggered, for all 9 builds of both apps: "autoNotifyEnabled": true, "didNotify": false External testing Every beta review submission fails: POST /iris/v1/betaAppReviewSubmissions → HTTP 422 {"code": "ENTITY_UNPROCESSABLE", "title": "There was an error processing your request.", "detail": "Please try again later."} Error IDs: a2d3fdb9-6523-48ec-863c-cbd3956bc846, bb13220c-3c10-4ae1-808e-8538a21f82d5, 8e407843-da1e-472d-9831-c39293c6ab6d Already tried, without success New builds and a new version (1.0.0 builds 3–4, 1.0.1 builds 5–6, iOS and macOS), built with Xcode 27.2 Deleting and recreating internal and external groups Removing and re-adding testers, resending invitations Checking agreements, banking and tax (all active), encryption declaration (set in Info.plist), beta app information (complete) App ID: 6830821840 Feedback: FB25527105 Developer support case: 30000006436067 This looks like the same issue as https://developer.apple.com/forums/thread/856330 and https://developer.apple.com/forums/thread/814565. Could the TestFlight team please check whether TestFlight is fully provisioned for our account? Thanks!
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Waiting for Review for 10 days despite approved expedited request — Usull (Submission 5ca5b610-e86d-4aa0-b9aa-f07290c73112)
Hello, Our first app, Usull (Apple ID 6827933916), was submitted for review on October 30, 2026 (Submission ID 5ca5b610-e86d-4aa0-b9aa-f07290c73112, build 202610302155) and has been in "Waiting for Review" for 10 days with no status change. What we have done so far: November 6: submitted an expedited review request, which was approved ("We'll expedite review for Usull."). November 6: opened a Developer Support case about the review status (Case ID 30000006873887). No reply yet. We have not cancelled or resubmitted the build, to keep our place in the queue. We are a one-person company in Türkiye launching our first product, and we have no other channel to reach App Review. Could someone from App Review please take a look at this submission, or let us know if anything is needed from our side? Thank you for your time. Gülhan Yanık, Usull
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Six iOS and macOS submissions still Waiting for Review after requested changes
Hi everyone, I have six app submissions in App Store Connect, four for iOS and two for macOS. All six are currently showing Waiting for Review. For the submissions where App Review requested changes, I’ve made the requested changes and replied to the review messages in App Store Connect. Those submissions are still in Waiting for Review, and I’m unsure whether any further action is needed on my side. Has anyone encountered this after making the requested changes and replying to App Review? Is there anything else I should check in App Store Connect, or should I leave the submissions in the queue and wait? Thanks for any guidance.
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App Stuck Waiting Review (Unable to Reach Apple Support)
We submitted our iOS app (Apple ID 6816000449) on 2026-11-09. The submission confirmation email says: > On average, 50 percent of apps are reviewed in 24 hours and over 90 percent are reviewed in 48 hours. Once we’ve completed the review, your app’s status will be updated and you will be notified. **It's been 28 days since our initial submission on October 14, and we're still struggling to move forward with the App Review process.** **We've submitted several times, contacted Apple Support via email without receiving a response, and tried scheduling a Meet with Apple appointment. Unfortunately, every available session is fully booked.** Our latest submission (iOS 1.4.0) is still Waiting for Review. Can Apple please provide: - A reasonable estimate of when our current submission will be reviewed? - Clarification on whether anything is preventing our app from progressing? - Assistance in escalating our case or arranging a direct conversation with the App Review team? Any help would be greatly appreciated. 🙏
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Yet Another iOS App Stuck in Waiting for Review
We re-submitted our iOS app (Apple ID 6816000449 ) on 2026-11-09. The submission confirmation email says: On average, 50 percent of apps are reviewed in 24 hours and over 90 percent are reviewed in 48 hours. Once we’ve completed the review, your app’s status will be updated and you will be notified. It's been 28 days since our initial submission on October 14, and we're still struggling to move forward with the App Review process. We've submitted several times, contacted Apple Support via email without receiving a response, and tried scheduling a Meet with Apple appointment. Unfortunately, every available session is fully booked. Our latest submission (iOS 1.4.0) is still Waiting for Review. Apple ID 6816000449 Can Apple please provide: A reasonable estimate of when our current submission will be reviewed? Clarification on whether anything is preventing our app from progressing? Assistance in escalating our case or arranging a direct conversation with the App Review team? It's been four weeks of trying to move forward without clear guidance. Can we please get some assistance with our review? Any help would be greatly appreciated. 🙏
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Unbelievable: 2 App Store rejections, ZERO uses of our app's main feature. What would you do - appeal or resubmit?
I'm genuinely at a loss with Apple's App Review process. Our backend records show that across BOTH reviews, Apple's reviewers did not complete a SINGLE use of our app's core functionality. Not once. ZERO completed generations. For the latest review, our logs confirm Apple successfully logged in, but recorded ZERO generation requests and ZERO credits consumed. This isn't some minor feature. It's the entire foundation of our app. Our app fundamentally changes and becomes personalised as it's used. Without completing that process, you're essentially judging an incomplete product. Submission ID: 6a126514-9bb6-4d91-923c-bf29aacb1b68 Here's why this is so frustrating. We spent months deliberately building an app that offers functionality and a user experience fundamentally different from existing competitors. This wasn't another copycat app - avoiding that was central to its design from day one. We explained these differences extensively in our App Review notes. Yet Apple has rejected us TWICE under Guideline 4.3(b) — Design Spam. We even provided a narrated walkthrough demonstrating exactly what makes our app unique. Our video analytics show ZERO views. So we're being rejected for supposedly lacking originality, despite neither review producing a completed use of our main feature and no recorded views of our demonstration. After both rejections, we've received nothing but generic responses telling us to improve the app, without identifying a single specific problem. How are independent developers supposed to fix something when Apple won't explain what's wrong? We've now filed a formal appeal, which could take a month, with no visible queue position, progress updates or estimated timeframe. Meanwhile, we've already missed multiple planned marketing opportunities, and waiting could mean missing even more. We're not asking for guaranteed approval. We're asking for a fair review of what we've actually built. Has anyone else experienced this? What would you do? Wait for the appeal, hoping the App Review Board properly evaluates the app, even if it takes another month and we miss more deadlines? Withdraw the appeal and resubmit, hoping for a different reviewer, but risking another rejection without proper testing and further warnings against our developer account? I'd genuinely appreciate advice from anyone who's experienced something similar, especially those who've successfully appealed a 4.3(b) rejection. At this point, I genuinely don't know whether this is a reviewer misunderstanding, an automated rejection process, or something else entirely. But how can Apple determine that an app lacks originality when its defining functionality hasn't even been tested?
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Locate the In-App Purchases and Subscriptions Section in App Store Connect
App Store Connect displays the In-App Purchases and Subscriptions section on your app's version page when your app has an In-App Purchase or subscription with a Ready to Submit status. To locate the In-App Purchases and Subscriptions section: In Apps, select the app you want to view. In the sidebar, select the app version. On the version page, scroll down to the In-App Purchases and Subscriptions section. For more information, see Submit an In-App Purchase.
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Resubmitted after 2.1 Information Needed, waiting for review for a week
Hi, My app Townfolio: PnL Tracker (6823292899) has been sitting in Waiting for Review since Nov 4. Some background: the first review came back on Oct 31 asking for more info under 2.1. I answered everything in the review notes, added a screen recording and resubmitted on Nov 4. Since then nothing has changed and there are no new messages. I also requested an expedited review on Nov 7 but didn't hear anything back. It's my first app and the 1.0 includes a weekly subscription. Is a week normal right now, or could something be stuck on my end? Happy to fix anything if needed. Thanks
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TestFlight "The requested app is not available or doesn't exist" for every build since Oct 23
Hi, Every TestFlight build of my two apps that I uploaded after October 23, 2026 fails to install on my iPhone with: "Could not install Pathway360 Client. The requested app is not available or doesn't exist." What makes it strange: build 70 (uploaded Oct 23, 2026) installed fine on the same iPhone 15 Pro (iOS 27.0.1), with the same Apple ID. Builds 86, 87, 100, 103, 104 and 6209 (Nov 5) all fail. I compared the Build Metadata of 70 and 6209 line by line in App Store Connect: same bundle ID, same SDK (23F81a), same entitlements, same minimum iOS, both "Validated" with a compressed file size, export compliance answered. Only the build number and size differ. What changed on my side after Oct 23: my Free Apps Agreement became active on Oct 30, 2026, and I updated my account name to my legal name. What I already checked: my tester status is Accepted (not Invited), in my internal group, with the same Apple ID in TestFlight. I deleted and reinstalled TestFlight, restarted the device, and tried on more than one device. The same app installs and runs from a direct (Ad Hoc) install, so the binary is fine. Today I also set pricing (free) and availability, which had been empty. I have had two support cases open since Nov 5 with no reply (30000005886872, 30000005889363). I am in Saudi Arabia, so the phone callback option is not available to me. Could someone from Apple please check whether something on my account or app record blocks TestFlight delivery since Oct 23? Thank you, Sajed
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Submission stuck in "Waiting for Review" for 9 days despite accepted expedited requests
Our app Wasp Off Road (Apple ID 6826914168), version 1.3.0, has been in "Waiting for Review" since November 2. We requested expedited review three times (November 5, 9 and 10) and all were accepted, but the submission never moved to "In Review". Our account, agreements, tax forms and app information are all in good standing, and System Status shows no issues. Support case 103013076175 has no response yet, and phone support shows as unavailable. Submission ID: d87b5f0f-743e-4c05-ab31-4e0728d84e21 Could someone from App Review check whether this submission is stuck? Thank you.
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App remained in “Waiting for Review” from November 5 to November 10 — guidance requested
Hello App Review team and fellow developers, We would appreciate guidance regarding a previous iOS submission that remained in “Waiting for Review” without entering review. App: GOSH App Apple ID: 6794188001 Platform: iOS Version: 2.0.0 Timeline: November 5, 2026: We resubmitted after addressing the previous Guideline 1.1 feedback concerning promotional screenshots. November 5–10: The submission remained in “Waiting for Review.” November 9: We submitted an expedited review request. November 10: We removed the submission to address an ITMS-90683 warning concerning NSLocationWhenInUseUsageDescription. It was still showing “Waiting for Review” when removed. The build upload had completed successfully, with ITMS-90683 listed under Warnings. We understand that review times vary. Could you please clarify: Can an ITMS-90683 upload warning prevent a successfully processed build from entering review, or lead to rejection during review? Which support channel should we use to determine whether the previous delay required any additional information or action from us? We can provide the relevant submission details privately through the appropriate Apple support channel. Thank you for your guidance.
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New app submitted Nov 1, stopped by an automated price check on a correct price – still not reviewed, no reply from support
Hello, Our first iOS release was submitted on November 1 and still hasn't been reviewed, 10 days later. App Apple ID: 6825241739 Submission ID: a630a17e-1980-47a3-8497-c253c4c5b22c Nov 1: submitted the app with its in-app purchases Nov 2: an automated Guideline 3 message stopped the review to ask whether 100,000 Credits at $100.00 USD was the intended price. It was correct (a flat $1 = 1,000 credits; $100 is our largest pack), and we confirmed it in the thread the same day. Nov 4: resubmitted as asked – no status change since Nov 9: contacted Developer Support – no reply Nov 11: requested an expedited review and followed up with support Nothing in the app or its prices has changed since November 1. The message thread is now closed, so we can't reply there. Could someone from App Review check whether this submission is still in the queue, or whether something is still holding it? We'll respond right away to anything you need. Thank you.
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Stuck in 'In Review'
My app has been stuck in “Waiting for Review” for almost 30 days, and now it’s been stuck in “In Review” with no update. Is anyone else facing the same issue? If you've had a recent App Store review, how long did you have to wait before getting a decision? My Android version is already live, performing well, and generating revenue. Meanwhile, I'm losing valuable time and potential revenue because my iOS app is stuck in Apple's review process. As an independent developer, I've invested so much time, effort, and resources into building this app, and it's incredibly disappointing to have business opportunities held back because of such a lengthy review process. Apple, this is seriously hurting developers. We understand that app reviews take time, but waiting nearly a month and still having no decision is unacceptable. Developers deserve transparency and a reasonable review timeline. I really hope someone at Apple takes notice and looks into these delays.
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First-time app submission still not approved after a month. Are these review timelines normal?
Hey everyone, My company is submitting its first iOS app, and we're hoping to learn from people who've been through this. Here's our timeline so far: Week 0 (Oct. 9th): Submitted the app for review. Week 2: Submitted an expedited review request 2 days later : Received our first rejection. Rejected because our app didn't include an account delete feature. Resubmitted 2 days later with the requested feature. Week 3: Created a support ticket requesting an update 2 days later: Received a second rejection. The second rejection was under Guideline 5.1.2 (App Tracking Transparency). Our privacy labels marked data types as used for tracking. We've corrected them, confirmed we don't track users, replied to App Review, and resubmitted all within 30 min os rejection email. Today marks exactly 1 month with no approval. The waits between each review have been roughly a week or longer, and we have events and physical marketing campaigns planned around the launch. We planned for 1 month of runway between submission and approval which is now gone and there is not clear idea on timeline... Questions for the community: Are week-long (or longer) waits between submissions and rejections normal for a first-time submission, or does this sound unusual? Does a new developer account or first app submission tend to get extra scrutiny or slower reviews? Is there anything that helped you speed up the process, such as an expedited review request, contacting Developer Support, or a phone call with App Review?
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TestFlight broken on all my apps: invites never arrive + "The requested app is not available or doesn't exist"
Hi everyone, I'm stuck with a TestFlight issue affecting ALL apps on my developer account: New internal testers show "Invited", but never receive the invitation email. "Resend Invite" does nothing. Existing testers get notified about new builds, but installing fails with: "Could not install [App]. The requested app is not available or doesn't exist." I've contacted Apple Support but no answer yet. Has anyone had this recently? How did you fix it? Thanks!
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Individual-to-Organization migration pending since August — paid membership disabled and agreement acceptance blocked
Hello, I’m looking for guidance on the correct escalation process for an Individual-to-Organization migration that has remained unresolved since late August 2026. My Apple Developer Program membership is already paid, with a renewal date of August 4, 2027. However, the Developer portal still says that the migration is being processed and that membership benefits are temporarily disabled. The business is a Polish sole proprietorship registered in CEIDG, with a D-U-N-S Number. I explained this legal structure to Developer Support in August. The D-U-N-S information was confirmed as verified on September 1. There are now two enrollment references associated with the same Apple Account. I followed the requested steps in both paths, but I have not received confirmation of whether the newer enrollment replaces the original migration or whether Support needs to reconcile them. On October 30, I uploaded my passport and English-language CEIDG certificate through Apple’s secure portal. Apple confirmed receipt. I have since followed up through the existing support case, including today, November 11. The current blockers are: The migration remains pending and membership benefits are disabled. Certificates, Identifiers & Profiles remains unavailable. App Store Connect is accessible, but attempting to create an app produces an “Agreement Update” dialog requiring acceptance of the updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement. The Developer account does not show a Review/Agree control for that agreement. Phone support currently appears unavailable in the case portal. We need to release TickerCanvas and Patent Strzelecki on iOS; their Android versions are already published. I understand that individual account matters must be handled privately. My questions here concern the escalation process: How can this existing case reach the team able to resolve a stalled membership migration? If the organization migration cannot be completed promptly, can Support restore the existing paid Individual membership and publishing access without requiring another subscription? How should the updated license agreement be accepted when the pending migration appears to prevent access to the acceptance step? I am happy to provide case and enrollment references privately to an authorized Apple representative. After more than two months, I would appreciate a concrete next step that allows us to resume development and submit our apps. Thank you.
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remained in “Waiting for Review” for one week and did not enter review during that period.
I would like to ask about the review status of our iOS app. Apple ID: 6794188001 Submission ID: 277bcffe-9288-4630-9497-b237c39efa7d Platform: iOS Version: 2.0.0 Build: 17 Submitted: November 5, 2026 at approximately 11:03 AM Build 17 remained in “Waiting for Review” for several business days and did not enter review during that period. At the time it was removed, Build 17 was still showing “Waiting for Review”. The submission was later removed after we identified and addressed the ITMS-90683 warning related to the missing NSLocationWhenInUseUsageDescription purpose string. Could anyone confirm whether this length of time in “Waiting for Review” is normal? Could the ITMS-90683 warning have prevented the submission from entering review or caused a rejection, even though the build upload completed successfully?
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App Stuck in "Waiting for Review" for More Than 7 Days – Significant Business Impact
Hello Apple Developer Community, Our app has been stuck in "Waiting for Review" for more than 7 days, and we have not received any updates regarding the review process. I have already contacted the Apple App Review Team three times via email, but unfortunately, I have not received any response so far. Submission ID: 30000009122220 This delay is creating significant challenges for our business and customers. Our application is actively used by many clients and their employees, who are increasingly frustrated because they are unable to receive important updates and new features. As a result, several important modules and improvements are currently blocked from going live. This is directly affecting our ability to deliver promised functionality to our clients, meet their expectations, and maintain service quality. Unfortunately, some clients are becoming dissatisfied, and we are facing the risk of losing business because of these delays. We fully understand that Apple's review process requires time and appreciate the team's efforts to maintain quality and security. However, waiting more than seven days without any update, despite multiple follow-ups, is becoming increasingly difficult for us and our customers. Could someone from Apple or the developer community please advise: Is it normal for an app to remain in "Waiting for Review" for more than seven days? Is there any way to escalate the review request or get an estimated review timeline? Should we continue waiting, or is there any additional action required from our side? We would sincerely appreciate any guidance or assistance. A timely review would make a significant difference to our customers and business. Thank you.
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App review (long-time)
Hello, I’m reaching out to seek clarification and assistance with my app submission that has remained in Waiting for Review status for an extended time. Key details: App Apple ID: 6830559407 Submission type: Resubmission (2nd submission) Original rejection reason: Missing demo screen recording Developer Support case ID: 30000010700609 My first submission was rejected due to a missing demo screen recording. I have fully supplemented the required recording material, verified all app metadata and review information are complete, then resubmitted the build. Since resubmission, the status has not updated, and there are no new messages in the Resolution Center. I have already opened a Developer Support case using the ID listed above, but have not yet received a substantive reply. I have confirmed the following on my end: All developer agreements in App Store Connect are active and up to date There are no pending actions or required fixes on the submission page All review assets, including the requested demo recording, are properly uploaded and complete I understand that App Review timelines can vary based on submission volume and app complexity, and I fully respect the review process. My main request is to confirm that my submission is properly queued for review, and to know if there is any additional information I can provide to help move this forward. Any guidance from the App Review team or insights from fellow developers would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and help.
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TestFlight sends no invitations on new account: internal didNotify stays false, external submission fails with 422
Since our developer account became active (4 Nov 2026), TestFlight has not sent a single invitation, internal or external. It affects both apps on the account, so it seems to be account-level. Internal testing Both internal testers are App Store Connect users of our team (Account Holder/Admin and Developer), have accepted the terms, and their tester email matches their user account. They are in the internal group, which has access to all builds. "Automatically notify testers" is on. All builds are VALID and IN_BETA_TESTING. Testers stay "Invited" with no invitation date, and no email ever arrives. Other Apple emails (build processing, agreements) reach the same address, so delivery is not the issue. The build beta details show the notification is never triggered, for all 9 builds of both apps: "autoNotifyEnabled": true, "didNotify": false External testing Every beta review submission fails: POST /iris/v1/betaAppReviewSubmissions → HTTP 422 {"code": "ENTITY_UNPROCESSABLE", "title": "There was an error processing your request.", "detail": "Please try again later."} Error IDs: a2d3fdb9-6523-48ec-863c-cbd3956bc846, bb13220c-3c10-4ae1-808e-8538a21f82d5, 8e407843-da1e-472d-9831-c39293c6ab6d Already tried, without success New builds and a new version (1.0.0 builds 3–4, 1.0.1 builds 5–6, iOS and macOS), built with Xcode 27.2 Deleting and recreating internal and external groups Removing and re-adding testers, resending invitations Checking agreements, banking and tax (all active), encryption declaration (set in Info.plist), beta app information (complete) App ID: 6830821840 Feedback: FB25527105 Developer support case: 30000006436067 This looks like the same issue as https://developer.apple.com/forums/thread/856330 and https://developer.apple.com/forums/thread/814565. Could the TestFlight team please check whether TestFlight is fully provisioned for our account? Thanks!
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Waiting for Review for 10 days despite approved expedited request — Usull (Submission 5ca5b610-e86d-4aa0-b9aa-f07290c73112)
Hello, Our first app, Usull (Apple ID 6827933916), was submitted for review on October 30, 2026 (Submission ID 5ca5b610-e86d-4aa0-b9aa-f07290c73112, build 202610302155) and has been in "Waiting for Review" for 10 days with no status change. What we have done so far: November 6: submitted an expedited review request, which was approved ("We'll expedite review for Usull."). November 6: opened a Developer Support case about the review status (Case ID 30000006873887). No reply yet. We have not cancelled or resubmitted the build, to keep our place in the queue. We are a one-person company in Türkiye launching our first product, and we have no other channel to reach App Review. Could someone from App Review please take a look at this submission, or let us know if anything is needed from our side? Thank you for your time. Gülhan Yanık, Usull
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Six iOS and macOS submissions still Waiting for Review after requested changes
Hi everyone, I have six app submissions in App Store Connect, four for iOS and two for macOS. All six are currently showing Waiting for Review. For the submissions where App Review requested changes, I’ve made the requested changes and replied to the review messages in App Store Connect. Those submissions are still in Waiting for Review, and I’m unsure whether any further action is needed on my side. Has anyone encountered this after making the requested changes and replying to App Review? Is there anything else I should check in App Store Connect, or should I leave the submissions in the queue and wait? Thanks for any guidance.
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App Stuck Waiting Review (Unable to Reach Apple Support)
We submitted our iOS app (Apple ID 6816000449) on 2026-11-09. The submission confirmation email says: > On average, 50 percent of apps are reviewed in 24 hours and over 90 percent are reviewed in 48 hours. Once we’ve completed the review, your app’s status will be updated and you will be notified. **It's been 28 days since our initial submission on October 14, and we're still struggling to move forward with the App Review process.** **We've submitted several times, contacted Apple Support via email without receiving a response, and tried scheduling a Meet with Apple appointment. Unfortunately, every available session is fully booked.** Our latest submission (iOS 1.4.0) is still Waiting for Review. Can Apple please provide: - A reasonable estimate of when our current submission will be reviewed? - Clarification on whether anything is preventing our app from progressing? - Assistance in escalating our case or arranging a direct conversation with the App Review team? Any help would be greatly appreciated. 🙏
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Yet Another iOS App Stuck in Waiting for Review
We re-submitted our iOS app (Apple ID 6816000449 ) on 2026-11-09. The submission confirmation email says: On average, 50 percent of apps are reviewed in 24 hours and over 90 percent are reviewed in 48 hours. Once we’ve completed the review, your app’s status will be updated and you will be notified. It's been 28 days since our initial submission on October 14, and we're still struggling to move forward with the App Review process. We've submitted several times, contacted Apple Support via email without receiving a response, and tried scheduling a Meet with Apple appointment. Unfortunately, every available session is fully booked. Our latest submission (iOS 1.4.0) is still Waiting for Review. Apple ID 6816000449 Can Apple please provide: A reasonable estimate of when our current submission will be reviewed? Clarification on whether anything is preventing our app from progressing? Assistance in escalating our case or arranging a direct conversation with the App Review team? It's been four weeks of trying to move forward without clear guidance. Can we please get some assistance with our review? Any help would be greatly appreciated. 🙏
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Unbelievable: 2 App Store rejections, ZERO uses of our app's main feature. What would you do - appeal or resubmit?
I'm genuinely at a loss with Apple's App Review process. Our backend records show that across BOTH reviews, Apple's reviewers did not complete a SINGLE use of our app's core functionality. Not once. ZERO completed generations. For the latest review, our logs confirm Apple successfully logged in, but recorded ZERO generation requests and ZERO credits consumed. This isn't some minor feature. It's the entire foundation of our app. Our app fundamentally changes and becomes personalised as it's used. Without completing that process, you're essentially judging an incomplete product. Submission ID: 6a126514-9bb6-4d91-923c-bf29aacb1b68 Here's why this is so frustrating. We spent months deliberately building an app that offers functionality and a user experience fundamentally different from existing competitors. This wasn't another copycat app - avoiding that was central to its design from day one. We explained these differences extensively in our App Review notes. Yet Apple has rejected us TWICE under Guideline 4.3(b) — Design Spam. We even provided a narrated walkthrough demonstrating exactly what makes our app unique. Our video analytics show ZERO views. So we're being rejected for supposedly lacking originality, despite neither review producing a completed use of our main feature and no recorded views of our demonstration. After both rejections, we've received nothing but generic responses telling us to improve the app, without identifying a single specific problem. How are independent developers supposed to fix something when Apple won't explain what's wrong? We've now filed a formal appeal, which could take a month, with no visible queue position, progress updates or estimated timeframe. Meanwhile, we've already missed multiple planned marketing opportunities, and waiting could mean missing even more. We're not asking for guaranteed approval. We're asking for a fair review of what we've actually built. Has anyone else experienced this? What would you do? Wait for the appeal, hoping the App Review Board properly evaluates the app, even if it takes another month and we miss more deadlines? Withdraw the appeal and resubmit, hoping for a different reviewer, but risking another rejection without proper testing and further warnings against our developer account? I'd genuinely appreciate advice from anyone who's experienced something similar, especially those who've successfully appealed a 4.3(b) rejection. At this point, I genuinely don't know whether this is a reviewer misunderstanding, an automated rejection process, or something else entirely. But how can Apple determine that an app lacks originality when its defining functionality hasn't even been tested?
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