Everything you need to submit apps, read reports, use the health check, and get paid as a tester.
What is AppTester.co?
An overview of the platform and how builders, testers, and reports work together.
Submit your first app for testing
Step-by-step guide: upload your APK or IPA, choose a plan, and receive your report.
Understand your test report
How to read the findings, severity levels, and video evidence in your tester report.
Supported file formats
APK, AAB, IPA, APPX: what each is for and which to upload for testing.
How the health score is calculated
The algorithm behind the 0–100 score and what each check category contributes.
Pass, Warn, and Fail: what they mean
When to act on warnings versus failures, and what each severity implies for store review.
Privacy and permissions checks
How we detect excessive permissions, missing privacy policies, and undeclared SDKs.
iOS Privacy Manifest detection
How we detect missing PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy and undeclared required reason APIs.
Debug vs release build detection
How we identify debug builds that would be rejected by app stores.
Who are the testers?
How testers are vetted, their device coverage, and the quality bar we maintain.
Testing plans: Starter, Pro, Team
What each plan includes, turnaround times, and when to upgrade.
What testers check
The standard testing protocol: onboarding, core flows, edge cases, crash testing.
Video evidence and screenshots
How testers document findings with screen recordings and annotated screenshots.
Requesting a re-test
How to submit a fixed build for re-testing after addressing reported issues.
How to apply as a tester
The application process, device requirements, and what we look for in testers.
How payouts work
Pay rates per test, payout schedule, and supported payment methods.
Testing guidelines and standards
How to write clear, actionable bug reports and what constitutes a valid finding.
Tester dashboard overview
Navigating available tests, submitting reports, and tracking your earnings.
Payment methods accepted
Credit/debit cards, PayPal, and invoicing for team plans.
Refund policy
When refunds are issued and how to request one if your test doesn't meet our quality bar.
Team accounts and seats
How to invite team members, manage permissions, and share test results.
Invoices and receipts
Downloading invoices for accounting and how to update billing details.
Our support team responds within 24 hours, Monday to Friday.
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