Mobile App Launch Checklist

Verify app functionality on multiple devices and emulators Check Flutter version (ensure stable, up-to-date version) Profile and optimize performance (memory usage, load times) Test on minimum supported iOS (e.g., iOS 13) and Android (e.g., Android 5.0) versions Ensure all permissions (camera, location, etc.) are properly requested and justified Add support for multiple languages (if targeting international markets) Prepare high-resolution app icon (1024x1024 for iOS, 512x512 for Android) Create screenshots for each supported device type (phone, tablet) Write clear, concise, engaging app description with keywords Create and host privacy policy (compliant with Apple and Google) Ensure back-end services (APIs, databases) are production-ready and scalable

Write and run unit tests Complete integration testing Test on multiple physical devices and screen sizes Verify app handles different screen sizes and densities Test app handles interruptions gracefully (calls, notifications) Ensure no placeholder content or broken links exist Conduct beta testing with real users and gather feedback Performance testing and optimization

Create Apple Developer account ($99/year) at developer.apple.com Create new app in App Store Connect Fill in app details: name, subtitle, category, keywords, description Upload app icon (1024x1024px) and screenshots Provide support URL and privacy policy URL Update Info.plist with required keys (permissions usage descriptions) Ensure bundle ID matches App Store Connect Set iOS deployment target (e.g., iOS 13 or higher) Run flutter build ios --release to create release build Use Xcode to archive app and validate for submission Upload build to TestFlight for beta testing Invite beta testers via TestFlight and gather feedback Review Apple's App Store Review Guidelines for compliance Submit app for review in App Store Connect Provide detailed notes for reviewers (e.g., login credentials) Monitor review status and address feedback promptly Monitor crash reports in App Store Connect post-launch Plan updates based on user feedback

Create Google Play Developer account ($25 one-time) at play.google.com/console Create new app in Google Play Console Fill in app details: title, short description, full description, category, tags Upload app icon (512x512px) and screenshots Upload feature graphic (1024x500px) Provide privacy policy URL Update android/app/build.gradle with correct version code and name Ensure package name is unique and matches Play Console Create keystore for signing the app (if not already done) Upload signing key to Google Play's App Signing system Generate signed App Bundle using flutter build appbundle --release Upload App Bundle to Google Play Console Set up closed or open beta track for testing Invite beta testers and gather feedback Complete content rating questionnaire Review Google Play Developer Program Policies for compliance Ensure app avoids restricted content (malware, inappropriate ads) Roll out app to production in Google Play Console Monitor review status and resolve issues quickly Monitor crash reports and ANRs in Play Console post-launch Plan updates based on user feedback

Integrate analytics (Firebase, Mixpanel) to track user behavior Set up crash reporting (Crashlytics, Sentry) Implement proper error handling and logging Set up monitoring and alerts for production issues

Create landing page/website for the app Set up social media accounts and presence Prepare press kit and media assets Create promotional video Develop launch strategy to promote the app Write and distribute press release Reach out to influencers and reviewers

Regularly check store pages for errors or outdated information Monitor crash reports and ANRs in both stores Establish support channels (email, chat, in-app) Implement in-app feedback system Monitor and respond to user reviews Set up schedule for bug fixes, feature updates, and OS compatibility Plan first post-launch update based on user feedback