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How to Upload an App to Google Play Store | Complete guide

Ajay Chaudhary May 9, 2023 1 min read

Key Takeaways

    Quick Answer

    Things to Do Before Adding the App to Play Store

    Enroll in Google Play App Signing

    Steps to Upload an App to Google Play Store

    Google Play Developer Console

    Linked Developer Account with Google Wallet Merchant Account

    Create application

    • Go to the “All applications” tab in the menu.
    • Choose the “Create Application” option that you will see.
    • Select the application's default language from the dropdown menu.
    • Enter your application’s title
    • Click “Create”

    App Store Listing

    Upload APK to Google Play

    • Go to “Release Management” tab
    • Then, “App Release” tab on the menu

    Time for Content Rating

    Fix App Pricing and Determine

    • To begin, select the Pricing and Distribution tab from the menu
    • After which you must decide whether your app will be free or paid off.
    • Use the primary child-detected option for “Yes”
    • Select “No” if the situation calls for it.
    • Allow adverts inside your application in a simple manner.

    Publish the Application

    User Interaction & Visual Design

    Standard Design

    Notification

    What Should You Do After Submitting Your App to Play Store?

    Initiate Press Release

    Promote your App on Social Media

    Practice Android Store Optimization (ASO)

    App Maintenance & Update

    Conclusion

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: How Much Does it Cost to Upload an App on Google Play Store?

    Q: How Long Does it Take to Publish an App on Google Play?

    Q: How Long Does it Take for an App to be Approved by Google?

    Ajay Chaudhary
    Ajay ChaudharyFounder & CEO

    Ajay is the Founder & CEO of Apptechies, where he leads the company's product, engineering and client strategy.

    Last updated: January 29, 2026

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