Android app preparation for Google Play Store requires compliance with Google's Developer Program Policies. Configuration steps ensure proper app functionality and reduce rejection risk during review. This document explains how to prepare the app in WordPress, configure Google Play Console settings, and complete all required declarations before submission.
Understanding Google Play Requirements
Google Play Store submission requires specific configurations and policy compliance before review approval. Apps must include privacy policies, content ratings, data safety declarations, and proper account management features. In-app purchase configuration, account deletion options, and legal agreements are mandatory for submission. Proper preparation reduces rejection risk and accelerates approval timelines.
Setting Up In-App Purchases
In-app purchase configuration enables monetization through Google Play billing when applicable.
- Navegue até Painel > Aplicativo MP > Componentes.
- Alternar Compras no aplicativo para Em if selling content through the app.

- Clique em Salvar alterações.
- Configure in-app products following the in-app purchases documentation.
Generating Android Release Build
Release build generation creates the app package for Google Play submission.
- Navegue até Painel > Aplicativo MP > Compilar.
- Clique no botão Solicitar compilação botão.

- Verifique o Android checkbox as the platform.
- Selecione Lançar aplicativo como o tipo de compilação.

- Clique em Próximo to proceed to the build configuration.
- Clique em Enviar solicitação de compilação para enviar a solicitação de compilação.
- Monitor the build progress under Histórico de construção.
- Wait for the build completion status.
Build completion typically occurs within 5-10 minutes after request submission.
Registering Application ID
Application ID registration reserves the identifier in the Google Play Console.
- Navegue até Painel > Aplicativo MP > Configurar > Configurações do Android após a conclusão da construção.

- Localize o Application ID campo.
- Review the configured Application ID.
- Download the AAB file from Histórico de construção.
- Faça login no Google Play Console em play.google.com/console.
- Navegue até Test and Release > Production.

- Clique em Criar nova versão to begin release creation.
- Upload the AAB file to register the Application ID.
- Clique em Salvar to finalize Application ID registration.
Application ID registration prevents identifier conflicts with other apps on the Google Play Store.
Inviting Publishing Team
Publishing Team invitation enables professional review and submission assistance.
- Faça login no Google Play Console em play.google.com/console with your Developer Account.
- Navegue até Users and Permissions na barra lateral.

- Clique no botão Invite New Users botão.

- Entrar appsup@memberpress.com in the email address field.

- Verifique o Access Expired checkbox is unchecked.
- Navegue até a seção Add App seção.

- Select the app from the available apps list.
- Selecione Administrador permissions for the Publishing Team.
- Clique em Invite User para enviar o convite.
Configuring App Content
Em Google Console Dashboard > Monitor and Improve > Policy and Programs > App Content:
- Política de privacidade – Enter a valid public URL and click Save.
- Acesso ao aplicativo – If login is required, provide test credentials and instructions for reviewers; otherwise, select Full access.
- Anúncios – Declare whether your app contains ads.
- Content Rating – Complete the questionnaire and submit.
- Público-alvo – Select the correct age group.
- News App – Indicate if your app qualifies.
- Data Safety – Declare how you collect, share, and protect user data.
- Government Apps – Mark as applicable or not.
- Financial Features – Declare any financial services.
- Health Apps – Declare any health-related features.
- Child Safety Standards – Provide a public link if required.
- Advertising ID – For MemberPress Apps, select Yes.
Configuring Store Listing
Store listing configuration provides app information and assets displayed to potential users in the Google Play Store.
- Nome do aplicativo – Keep it clear and symbol-free.
- Short & Full Description – Summarize features clearly.
- Ícone do aplicativo – 512×512 px, PNG/JPG.
- Feature Graphic – 1024×500 px, PNG/JPG.
- Screenshots – 2–8 per device type, 16:9 or 9:16 ratio, PNG/JPG. Include tablet screenshots if applicable.
Configuring Country & Region Availability
Regional availability configuration determines where the app appears in Google Play Store listings.