Choosing a Membership – Support – Apple Developer

Who should enroll

You can learn how to develop apps for Apple platforms for free without enrolling. With just an Apple ID, you can access Xcode, software downloads, documentation, sample code, forums, and Feedback Assistant, as well as test your apps on devices. If you don’t already have an Apple ID, you can create one now. To distribute apps, join the Apple Developer Program.

About the

Apple Developer

Program

If you’re interested in creating apps for distribution on the App Store, Apple Business Manager, or Apple School Manager, join the Apple Developer Program.* Membership includes access to beta OS releases, advanced app capabilities, and tools needed to develop, test, and distribute apps and Safari Extensions. You must be 18 years or older to join.

Individuals or sole proprietors/single-person businesses. Apps are listed under the developer’s personal name.

Organizations. Apps are listed under the organization’s legal entity name. Companies and educational institutions must provide a D-U-N-S Number (available for free) registered to their legal entity during the enrollment process.

Enrollment is 99 USD (or in local currency where available) per membership year. Your nonprofit, educational institution, or government entity may be eligible for a fee waiver.

Find out what’s included | Learn about enrollment

Benefits and resources

 
Sign In with Your

Apple ID

Apple Developer Program

Xcode developer tools
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Xcode beta releases
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On-device testing
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Apple Developer

Forums
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Bug reporting with Feedback Assistant
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OS beta releases

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Full access to a comprehensive set of development tools

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Advanced app capabilities and services

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Code-level support

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App distribution on the

App Store

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App management, testing, and analytics with

App Store Connect

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Safari Extensions distribution

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Software distribution outside the

Mac App Store

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Custom app distribution with Apple Business Manager and Apple School Manager

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Proprietary app distribution to your employees with Apple Business Manager

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Ad hoc distribution for testing and internal use

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Access to members-only developer events or additional event content

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Cost
Free
99 USD**

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Apple Developer Enterprise Program

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Apple Video Partner Program

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MFi Program

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News Partner Program

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Security Research Device Program

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