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Apple Developer Program enrollment enables iOS app release on the App Store and TestFlight beta distribution management. This document explains how to create an Apple ID, complete program enrollment, choose an account type, submit organization details, accept licensing agreements, and access App Store Connect.

Understanding Apple Developer Program

Apple Developer Program requirements define necessary configurations for iOS app distribution and beta testing capabilities through Apple's official channels.

Program membership access provides app distribution tools and services for App Store publication. Membership costs $99 annually for most individual and organization accounts.

Account type selection determines app publisher name and team collaboration capabilities. Individual accounts publish under personal names while organization accounts publish under company names.

D-U-N-S Number requirement applies to organization enrollments requiring legal entity verification. Organization accounts must complete Dun & Bradstreet verification before enrollment approval.

Team member support enables collaboration through organization accounts only. Individual accounts do not support adding team members for app management.

App Store Connect access provides complete app lifecycle management from development through publication. Dashboard features enable app submission, TestFlight distribution, and sales reporting.

Creating and Verifying Apple ID

Apple ID creation establishes account credentials, enabling access to Apple Developer services and the enrollment process.

1. Navigieren Sie zu appleid.apple.com in a web browser.
2. Klicken Sie auf Create Your Apple ID to begin account creation.
3. Enter your first name in the first name field.
4. Enter your last name in the last name field.
5. Enter your email address in the email field.
6. Create a password that meets Apple's security requirements.
7. Select security questions from the dropdown menus.
8. Provide answers to selected security questions.
9. Complete CAPTCHA verification if prompted.
10. Klicken Sie auf Weiter to submit the account creation.
11. Check your email for a verification message from Apple.
12. Click the verification link in the email.
13. Complete email verification process.

Logging Into Apple Developer Portal

Apple Developer portal access initiates the enrollment process using verified Apple ID credentials.

1. Navigieren Sie zu developer.apple.com in a web browser.
2. Klicken Sie auf Eintragen in the top-right corner.
3. Enter Apple ID email address.
4. Enter Apple ID password.
5. Klicken Sie auf Eintragen um fortzufahren.
6. Complete two-factor authentication if prompted.
7. Enter the verification code received on a trusted device.
8. Klicken Sie auf Weiter after entering the verification code.

Starting Developer Program Enrollment

Enrollment initiation begins the application process, requiring an active Apple ID and account verification completion.

1. Navigieren Sie zu developer.apple.com after signing in.
2. Klicken Sie auf Enroll in the top-right corner.
3. Review enrollment information on the overview page.
4. Confirm Apple ID displays correctly.
5. Klicken Sie auf Weiter to begin the enrollment process.

Selecting Enrollment Type

Enrollment type selection determines app publisher name display and account collaboration capabilities.

1. Review enrollment type options on the selection page.
   
2. Select enrollment type matching account needs:
   • Individual/Sole Proprietor for personal name publishing;
   • Company/Organization for company name publishing with team support.
     
3. Klicken Sie auf Weiter after selecting the enrollment type.

Individual accounts publish apps under personal names without team member support. Organization accounts publish under company names and enable team member additions for collaboration.

Entering Organization Information

Organization information entry requires D-U-N-S Number verification and legal entity documentation for company account enrollment.

Obtaining D-U-N-S Number

D-U-N-S Number acquisition provides a unique business identifier required for organization enrollment verification.

1. Navigate to Apple's D-U-N-S Number lookup tool on the enrollment page.
2. Search for existing D-U-N-S Number using company information.
3. If no D-U-N-S Number exists, request one from Dun & Bradstreet.
4. Complete the Dun & Bradstreet request form with company details.
5. Wait approximately 5 business days for D-U-N-S Number issuance.
6. Allow 2 additional business days for Apple validation after issuance.

D-U-N-S Number requests are free through Apple's process. Standard Dun & Bradstreet processing applies to new number requests.

Completing Organization Details

Organization details completion submits legal entity information for Apple verification and enrollment processing.

1. Eingabe Legal Entity Name exactly as registered with government authorities.
2. Enter the D-U-N-S Number in the D-U-N-S field.
3. Enter the company Website-URL in the website field.
4. Enter the company Rufnummer in the phone field.
5. Bestätigen Sie Legal Binding Authority by checking the checkbox.
6. Complete CAPTCHA verification.
7. Klicken Sie auf Weiter to submit organization information.
8. Eingabe Work Email Address using the company domain.
9. Check your email for a verification message from Apple.
10. Click the verification link in the email.
11. Klicken Sie auf Weiter after email verification completes.

Anmerkung: Work email must use the company domain matching website URL. Personal email addresses are not accepted for organization enrollments.

Reviewing and Accepting Apple Terms

Terms acceptance finalizes the enrollment agreement, establishing membership obligations before payment processing.

1. Check your email for the Enrollment ID from Apple.
2. Navigieren Sie zu developer.apple.com in a web browser.
3. Sign in with Apple ID credentials.
4. Locate the pending enrollment notification.
5. Klicken Sie auf Review and Accept next to the enrollment entry.
6. Read the Developer Program License Agreement completely.
7. Prüfen Sie die I Agree checkbox after reviewing the terms.
8. Klicken Sie auf Weiter to proceed to payment.

Anmerkung: Enrollment ID typically arrives within 24-48 hours for individual accounts. Organization accounts may require additional verification time.

Completing Developer Program Purchase

Payment processing finalizes Apple Developer Program membership, enabling full account access and capabilities.

1. Review purchase details on the payment screen.
2. Überprüfen Sie Membership Type displays Apple Developer Program.
3. Überprüfen Sie Enrollment ID matches the ID received via email.
4. Überprüfen Sie Kosten displays US $99 per year.
5. Überprüfen Sie Dauer displays one year.
6. Check the purchase confirmation checkbox.
7. Klicken Sie auf Kaufen to proceed to payment.
8. Enter Apple ID password if prompted for verification.
9. Wählen Sie Zahlungsmethode from the available payment options.
10. Klicken Sie auf Continue to Review after selecting the payment method.
11. Review all purchase details on the confirmation page.
12. Klicken Sie auf Place Your Order to finalize the purchase.

Anmerkung: Non-profit organizations and accredited educational institutions may qualify for fee waivers. Contact Apple Developer Support for waiver application information.

Accessing App Store Connect Dashboard

App Store Connect access confirms successful enrollment, providing app management tools and submission capabilities.

1. Wait up to 48 hours for Apple to process the membership purchase.
2. Navigieren Sie zu appstoreconnect.apple.com in a web browser.
3. Sign in with Apple ID credentials.
4. Complete two-factor authentication if prompted.
5. Review the App Store Connect dashboard interface.
6. Navigieren Sie zu Meine Apps to manage applications.
7. Erkunden Sie Users and Access for team member management.
8. Überprüfung TestFlight for beta testing distribution.

App Store Connect access confirms successful Apple Developer Program enrollment. Dashboard features enable complete app lifecycle management from development through publication.