Setting Up Apple Developer Account for MemberPress App

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. Navigate to appleid.apple.com in a web browser.
2. Click 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. Click Continue 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. Navigate to developer.apple.com in a web browser.
2. Click Sign In in the top-right corner.
3. Enter Apple ID email address.
4. Enter Apple ID password.
5. Click Sign In to proceed.
6. Complete two-factor authentication if prompted.
7. Enter the verification code received on a trusted device.
8. Click Continue 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. Navigate to developer.apple.com after signing in.
2. Click Enroll in the top-right corner.
3. Review enrollment information on the overview page.
4. Confirm Apple ID displays correctly.
5. Click Continue 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. Click Continue 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. Enter 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 Phone Number in the phone field.
5. Confirm Legal Binding Authority by checking the checkbox.
6. Complete CAPTCHA verification.
7. Click Continue to submit organization information.
8. Enter 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. Click Continue after email verification completes.

Note: 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. Navigate to developer.apple.com in a web browser.
3. Sign in with Apple ID credentials.
4. Locate the pending enrollment notification.
5. Click Review and Accept next to the enrollment entry.
6. Read the Developer Program License Agreement completely.
7. Check the I Agree checkbox after reviewing the terms.
8. Click Continue to proceed to payment.

Note: 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. Verify Membership Type displays Apple Developer Program.
3. Verify Enrollment ID matches the ID received via email.
4. Verify Cost displays US $99 per year.
5. Verify Duration displays one year.
6. Check the purchase confirmation checkbox.
7. Click Purchase to proceed to payment.
8. Enter Apple ID password if prompted for verification.
9. Select Payment Method from the available payment options.
10. Click Continue to Review after selecting the payment method.
11. Review all purchase details on the confirmation page.
12. Click Place Your Order to finalize the purchase.

Note: 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. Navigate to 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. Navigate to My Apps to manage applications.
7. Explore Users and Access for team member management.
8. Review 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.