![]() If you’re new to Apple development, or just interested in learning how to develop for Apple devices, there’s no real need to join the Developer Program. SEE: Hiring kit: iOS developer (TechRepublic Premium) Most critically, it means there’s no way for non-members to distribute or monetize their apps on the App Store.Īccording to an Apple Developer Program representative, non-members who sign up for access to the Apple developer website get access to Xcode, Apple’s development platform that’s also available in the macOS App Store, and not much else–even apps built by a non-member are restricted to devices tied to that particular developer’s Apple ID. The Apple Developer Program benefits listed above are all off-limits to devs who aren’t members. Not opting for a membership, though, comes with a lot of restrictions. Strictly speaking, developers who want to build macOS, iOS, tvOS or watchOS apps don’t have to become a member of the Apple Developer Program. Do Apple software developers have to join the Developer Program? Note: Manufacturing a device that falls under the MFi program doesn’t require companies to enroll however, products that aren’t MFi certified cannot claim to be Apple certified, nor will they be given access to technical specifications necessary for building a fully-compatible peripheral device. Apple considers any third-party device that connects electronically to an Apple device to fall under the MFi program this doesn’t include devices that use the headphone jack or standard Bluetooth profiles and non-electronic devices. The MFi, or Made For iPod, iPhone, and iPad, Program is for companies that want to build Apple-certified hardware accessories. ![]() The Enterprise Program offers benefits like those included in the standard Developer Program, and it adds the ability for enterprise customers to develop in-house proprietary apps for deployment on employee devices. access to Apple Store Connect’s App Analytics program and other App Store management features.Īlong with these benefits, which come with any standard membership in the Apple Developer Program, Apple also offers two other programs that fall under the Developer Program umbrella: The Enterprise Program and the MFi Program.ad hoc app distribution (to 100 of each device type per year) and.developer signing for macOS app releases outside the App Store.the ability to publish apps on the Apple App Store. ![]() code-level support that gives developers access to an Apple developer who can help troubleshoot and streamline code.access to Apple’s myriad app extensions like CloudKit, Game Center, Apple Pay, Maps and more. ![]()
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