How to Launch an Expo Managed App to Beta Testers in 2020

My experience launching an Expo Managed App to Apple’s TestFlight for user testing. Expo is a platform for making native apps using languages that web-developers are familiar.

Expo is a platform for making native apps using languages that web-developers are familiar with (Javascript + React), streamlining the process and learning curve of launching an app.

In this article, you will learn how to launch an Expo managed app to TestFlight so users can start to experiment and test your app. Throughout the guide, I will attempt to give rough estimates of time and cost where appropriate.

You will need:

• An email.
• A debit/credit card to pay for Apple Developer.
• An apple computer, preferably macOS.

Let’s get started

Register an Apple Developer Account

To distribute an app to iOS Apple Users, you will need to open a developer account and enroll in the Apple Developer Program. Without enrolling in the Apple Developer Program, you will be able to access basic features such as downloading Xcode and associated tools, as well as access to forums, documentation, and guides on building on the iOS platform. However, you will not be able to access AppConnect_and_TestFlight which are required to distribute your app. At the time of writing, the cost for enrolling in the Apple Developer Program is $149 AUD/annually.

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