Create App Builds (Test & Release)

Before you can test or publish your app, you’ll need to generate builds. A build packages your app’s branding, settings, and configurations into a native iOS or Android app. BuddyBoss compiles these builds in the cloud, so you don’t need Xcode or Android Studio.

When you need a new build:

• Updates to branding (icons, splash screens, app name).
  
• Changes to Firebase or developer accounts.
  
• Adding new in-app purchase products.
  

A BuddyBoss App update is available.

Before You Build—Prep Steps

1. Complete the Connect and Configure steps first (App ID, App Key, branding, menus, etc.).
   
2. Register iOS device UDIDs under Configure > iOS Devices to enable Test App installation.
   
3. Although menu changes update live, brand-related changes (like logos) require a new build.

How to request a build:

1. WordPress Admin > BuddyBoss App > Builds.
   
2. Click Request Build and select iOS/Android, Test or Release.
   
3. Review details, then click Send Build Request.
   
4. Monitor progress (15–30 minutes) using Recheck Status Now.
   
5. Completed builds appear under Builds.
   
   • Test builds → install directly.
     
   • Release builds → download for publishing.
     

Post-Build Actions

1. Test Apps: Install directly on your registered device for review and QA.
   
2. Release Apps: Download for submission to App Stores or use the BuddyBoss Publishing Service to automate submission, ensuring review compliance.

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