Testing Policy
Effective 31 October 2026 · Contact: support@androidtesters.inGoogle Play closed testing requirements
For personal developer accounts opened after 13 November 2023, the minimum before applying for production access is a closed test with 12 or more testers. Each of those testers needs an uninterrupted 14 days of opt-in. Use your app’s Dashboard in Play Console to check your eligibility.
How do the 14 days count?
Count each tester’s continuous opt-in period individually. If someone leaves and rejoins, their period starts again from the new opt-in. If one of 12 testers leaves on day 10, the 11 who stay can reach day 14 on schedule. A replacement who opts in on day 10 needs 14 days from their own opt-in date.
What to prepare before applying
Keep a record of the features testers used, the feedback they gave and the changes you made in response. When Play Console lets you apply for production access, use those records to explain what happened during the test and why the app is ready. Google reviews the application and can ask for more testing.
Real people, meaningful testing
Testers use genuine Android devices, follow the project instructions and record actual sessions and feedback. We do not fabricate engagement, sell positive reviews, or represent installs alone as substantive testing.
Participation evidence
Opt-in and installation are recorded separately. Tester-reported information is labelled as reported. Staff verification requires supporting evidence and is distinguished from a Google Play Console determination.
Developer responsibilities
Provide valid Google Play links, the correct tester access configuration, supported countries and safe test credentials. Resolve access issues promptly. Never share your primary Google account credentials. Testers must not make real purchases or disclose personal information to test your app.
Using your AndroidTesters report
Compare the dated participation and feedback in your report with the eligibility shown in Play Console. Our packages cover 16, 18 or 20 days of testing. Google reviews your production access request separately.
Reporting issues
Report suspicious links, unsafe app behaviour, inaccurate activity or tester concerns to support@androidtesters.in. We investigate reports, can pause affected work, and retain an operational record of changes.