Menu
Is it possible to change the publisher of an app after it has been published in the app store? We are founding a company, and would like to publish the first version of the app soon under my developer license, and then transfer it under the name of our company, once it has been founded.
594
Yes. Your app will remain fully functional for current users. They won't experience interruption to services and will still be able to buy in-app purchases.
Step 1: Sign in to your Google Play Console. Step 2: Click Settings. Step 3: Next to Developer name, type the developer name you want to be displayed on Google Play Store. Step 4: Click Save.
To remove your app from all App Store territories, click Deselect All and then click Save. Developer Removed From Sale. To delete your app, click More and then click Delete App. To confirm, click Delete.
According to reports, it is not possible to transfer an app between 2 developer accounts. In the case of 2 company accounts, if one corporation completely acquires another corporation, and can present legal proof of that merger to Apple, there have been reports that the apps can get merged into 1 account, essentially transferring apps to the acquiring corporation.
The other solution is for the original developer to remove the app from sale, and the acquiring developer to reintroduce the app as a new app under their name. Earlier purchasers will be left without any support.
UPDATE: As of June 2013, Apple has added the ability to transfer apps between iOS developer accounts, subject to some restrictions: https://developer.apple.com/library/ios/documentation/LanguagesUtilities/Conceptual/iTunesConnect_Guide/Chapters/TransferringAndDeletingApps.html
85
If you love us? You can donate to us via Paypal or buy me a coffee so we can maintain and grow! Thank you!
Donate Us With
