App Store Review Guidelines Checklist: All 5 Sections
Apple's App Store Review Guidelines are dense. This checklist reformats the key requirements into actionable, checkable items organized by section. Use it alongside a NoReject AI scan for complete coverage.
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Safety and Performance Checks
Section 1 Safety: User-generated content has moderation and reporting. No objectionable content without proper safeguards. Health/safety information is accurate and sourced. No encouragement of dangerous activities. Section 2 Performance: App is complete with no placeholders. No crashes on supported devices. Minimum functionality exceeds a simple website. Demo login works for reviewers. All links and features function.
Business and Design Checks
Section 3 Business: Digital goods use in-app purchase. Subscription terms are displayed before purchase. Restore purchases mechanism exists. Pricing is transparent with no hidden costs. Ads are appropriate for age rating. Section 4 Design: App provides unique value beyond similar apps. UI follows basic Human Interface Guidelines. Sign in with Apple is offered if third-party login exists. No misleading UI elements.
Legal Checks
Section 5 Legal: Privacy policy is present and accessible. Data collection matches privacy labels. Purpose strings explain each permission. App Tracking Transparency implemented if needed. Privacy manifest is included. Data practices match disclosures. No intellectual property violations. Complies with local laws for target regions. COPPA compliance for kids category apps. Gambling compliance where applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this checklist cover everything in the guidelines?
It covers the key items that cause the most rejections. The full guidelines contain additional rules for specific app types. NoReject AI's automated scan covers the complete set.
How often should I review this checklist?
Before every submission. Also review it when Apple announces guideline changes (typically 3-5 times per year).
Can I share this checklist with my team?
Yes. Many teams use a compliance checklist as part of their release process, assigned to a specific team member for each release cycle.
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