How to Set Up an Apple Developer Account

In this article, you will learn to set up your Apple Developer Account

IN THIS ARTICLE

1. Set Up an Apple Developer Account for Sole Proprietor or Individual

2. Set Up an Apple Developer Account for Organization

Follow these steps if you’re an individual or sole proprietor/single-person business. Before you begin, you will need to prepare the following: 

• An Apple ID with two-factor authentication turned on. Your Apple ID information must be valid and up to date — including, but not limited to, your first name (given name), last name (family name), address, phone number, trusted phone number, and trusted devices.

Start enrollment

1. Go to https://developer.apple.com/ 
2. Tap or click the Account tab.
3. Sign in with your Apple ID.
4. If prompted, review the Apple Developer Agreement and tap or click Agree.
5. Tap or click Enroll Now.
6. Review the program benefits and requirements and tap or click Continue.

Enter your personal information

1. Provide your legal first name, last name, and phone number if requested.
2. Verify your identity using your driver’s license or government-issued photo ID.
3. Confirm your identity by capturing a photo of your ID and tapping or clicking Confirm.
4. Follow the steps on the next few screens:
   
   • Review your submitted information and tap or click Continue.
   • Select Individual as your entity type.
   • Review the terms of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement and tap or click Agree.

Complete Purchase

Review your annual membership subscription details and tap or click the Subscribe button. 

Set Up an Apple Developer Account for Organization

If you’re an employee at a company, nonprofit organization, joint venture, partnership, or government organization, follow these steps to enroll.

Before you begin, you’ll need:

• An Apple ID with two-factor authentication turned on. Your Apple ID information must be valid and up to date — including, but not limited to, your first name (given name), last name (family name), address, phone number, trusted phone number, and trusted devices.
• D‑U‑N‑S® Number. Your organization must have a D‑U‑N‑S Number so that we can verify its identity and legal entity status. These unique nine-digit numbers are assigned by Dun & Bradstreet and are widely used as standard business identifiers. You can look yours up and request one for free.

Start enrollment

1. Go to https://developer.apple.com/ 
2. Tap or click the Account tab.
3. Sign in with your Apple ID. This can be different than the Apple ID signed in to your device but must have two-factor authentication turned on.
4. If prompted, review the Apple Developer Agreement and tap or click Agree.
5. Tap or click Enroll Now.
6. Review the program benefits and requirements and tap or click Continue.

Enter your information as the Account Holder

1. If requested, enter your legal first name, legal last name, and phone number. Please don't enter an alias, nickname, or company name as your legal name, as doing so will cause a delay in the completion of your enrollment review.
2. You’ll be asked to verify your identity using your driver’s license or government-issued photo ID. Capture your photo ID and tap or click Confirm.

Enter your organization’s information

Follow the steps on the next few screens to provide the following information:

• Entity type
• Legal entity name. Do not use DBAs, fictitious businesses, trade names, or branches. The legal entity name will appear as the “seller” for apps you distribute. Example: Seller: ABC Company, Inc.
• D‑U‑N‑S® Number
• Headquarters address and phone number.
• Website. Your organization’s website must be publicly available and the domain name must be associated with your organization.
• Signing authority confirmation. Confirm that you have the authority to bind your organization to legal agreements and provide the contact information of an employee who can verify your signature authority.

After you’ve submitted your information, it will be reviewed by Apple. You’ll then receive an email with the next steps.

Complete enrollment and purchase

Once your enrollment information has been verified and approved, you’ll receive an email letting you know that you can complete your enrollment.

1. Go to https://developer.apple.com/
2. Tap or click the Account tab.
3. Sign in with the Apple ID you used for enrollment.
4. Tap or click Continue Your Enrollment.
5. Review the terms of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement and tap or click Agree.
6. Review your annual membership subscription details and tap or click the Subscribe button.

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