In-App Purchase (IAP) Configuration Guide for iOS and Android

iOS In-App Purchase (IAP) Configuration

Step 1: Access the Apple Developer Account

1. Open an Apple Developer Account.

1. Click on Apps.

2. Select your app or create a new app.

Step 2: Configure In-App Purchase or Subscriptions

============== Configure In-App Purchase ==============

1. Navigate to In-App Purchases.

1. Click on the Create button.

1. Choose Create an In-App Purchase.

1. Enter the required details:

• Type (Consumable, Non-Consumable, Auto-renewable Subscription, Non-renewing Subscription)

• Reference Name

• Product ID

1. Configure the in-app purchase:

• Availability: Specify regions where the in-app purchase will be available.

• Pricing: Set pricing tiers.

• Localization: Provide translations for different regions.

• Image: Upload an appropriate image for the product.

• Screenshot: Add screenshots showcasing the purchase flow.

• Review Notes: Provide additional information for Apple’s review.

============== Configure Subscriptions ==============

1. Navigate to Subscriptions.

1. Click on Create Subscription Group.

1. Enter a Reference Name.

2. Create a Subscription.

1. Configure the subscription:

• Availability: Define regions.

• Pricing: Set up subscription pricing.

• Localization: Add translations.

• Image: Upload an appropriate image.

• Tax Category: Assign relevant tax information.

• Screenshot: Provide screenshots of the subscription process.

• Review Notes: Include additional notes for Apple’s review.

Step 3: Configuring the Paid Apps Agreement after Setting Up In-App Purchases in iOS

Step 1: Ensure In-App Purchases Are Set Up

Before proceeding, confirm that you have set up in-app purchases in App Store Connect:

1. Select My Apps and choose your app.

2. Go to the Features tab and select In-App Purchases.

3. Ensure all necessary in-app purchases are configured.

Step 2: Navigate to the Business Section

1. In the main dashboard, click on Business.

Step 3: Review and Accept the Paid Apps Agreement

1. Under Agreements, locate the Paid Apps Agreement.

2. Click on View to review the terms.

3. Accept the agreement if required.

Step 4: Add Banking and Tax Information

1. In the Bank Accounts section, click Manage.

2. Add or verify your bank details for receiving payments.

3. In the Tax Forms section, click Add to submit any required tax forms.

Step 5: Confirm Activation Status

1. Ensure that the Paid Apps Agreement status shows as Active.

2. If any action is required, complete the missing details and resubmit.

Step 6: Verify Your App’s Pricing and Availability

1. Go to App Store Connect > My Apps.

2. Select your app and navigate to the Pricing and Availability section.

3. Ensure your app is properly priced and available for purchase.

Step 7: Submit Your App for Review

Once everything is set up:

1. Go to App Store Connect > My Apps.

2. Select your app and submit it for review.

Your app is now configured for paid transactions, and users can make purchases once it's approved and live on the App Store.

Android In-App Purchase (IAP) Configuration

Step 1: Access Google Play Console

1. Open Google Play Console.

2. Select your app or create a new app.

Step 2: Configure In-App Purchase or Subscriptions

============== Configure In-App Purchase ==============

1. Navigate to the Monetize with Play section.

1. Click on In-app Products.

1. Click Create In-App Product.

1. Enter the required details:

• Product ID (Unique identifier for the in-app product)

• Name (User-friendly name of the product)

• Description (Detailed explanation of the product)

• Price: Set the price for the product.

• Tax and Compliance: Configure tax and regulatory settings.

1. Click Activate to enable the in-app product.

============== Configure Subscriptions ==============

1. Navigate to the Monetize with Play section.

2. Click on Subscriptions.

1. Click Create Subscription.

1. Enter the required details:

• Product ID (Unique identifier for the subscription)

• Name (User-friendly name for the subscription)

1. Add a Base Plan:

• Enter Base Plan ID.

• Select Type (Auto-renewing or prepaid subscription).

• Assign relevant Tags.

• Define Price and configure availability.

1. Click Activate to enable the subscription.

Conclusion

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for configuring In-App Purchases (IAP) for iOS and Android platforms. Before submitting your app for review, ensure that all necessary details are entered accurately and that it complies with the platform-specific guidelines.