Setting up iOS and Google Play Console Developer Accounts
These accounts are required in order for TheNextLevel to begin building your app!

Google Play Console Developer Account

Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating your Google Play account and enrolling in the Developer Program for your Android apps. By joining the Google Play Developer Program, you gain the ability to publish and manage your apps on the Play Store. The best part? Since the app will be linked to your own account, you'll have full control over its management and distribution.

Before you begin you will need: A traditional Google account. Make sure you have created an account at https://accounts.google.com/SignUp.

How to Set Up Your Google Play Developer Account

1. Go to the Google Play Developer Console: https://play.google.com/apps/publish/signup and log in with your Google Login.
2. Select to create a developer account for “An Organization or Business”
   Note: An organization or business account is required
   
3. Provide details about your organization. The Developer Name is what users will see on the Play Store, while the Organization Name is your official legal name. These can be different from each other.
   
4. Agree to Terms & click “Create Account and Pay”
   
5. Pay for the account
6. Verify Your ID: After completing the payment, you'll receive a confirmation that your account has been created. However, the setup isn’t finished yet. On the screen, you'll see an option to finalize your account verification. Click on "Verify ID" to proceed.
   
7. Upload Organization Identity. You will be asked to upload company documents AND/OR personal identification documents (like a government-issued ID). Do so and submit. You should get a confirmation telling you that Verification is in Process.
   
8. Once your account has been approved, you’ll need to grant access to TheNextLevel. Login to your Google Play Developer Console at https://play.google.com/console and click on Users and Permissions in the left menu. Then click Invite new users and enter email address shana@thenextlevel.app with Admin Permissions
   

Developer iOS Account

Step 1 - Create An Apple ID
You need to have an Apple ID before you can make an iOS developer account. Follow the steps below if you don’t already have one:

1. Go to https://developer.apple.com/ and click on the account
2. Don’t have an Apple ID? Click “Create yours now”
3. Go to Create Apple ID and fill in your legal information
4. Enter and save information like your valid first and last name, country, date of birth, email address, and password. Accept the terms and conditions
5. Answer the security questions, and you’re done making an Apple ID.
   

Step 2 - Sign in at the Apple Developer Program

1. Once you’ve signed in, you will see the “Apple Developer Program” banner. Follow the steps below to complete
2. Select Apple’s Developer Program
3. Review the information and click “Submit”
4. Select the Account Type for Individual or Organization. Additional details on these account types can be found here

Step 3 - Enter the Profile Details

1. Confirm your email
2. Enter your legal name
3. Enter your country location
4. Select Account/Entity Type
5. Click “Start Your Enrollment”
6. Enter your contact info and agree to the terms

Step 4 - Set up Two Factor Authentication
Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your Apple ID. When you turn on two-factor authentication, you’ll be asked to enter a four digit code each time you sign in with your Apple ID on a new device or browser.

1. Go to the Apple ID account page, then click “Security” and “Edit”
2. On the next page, select “Turn On Two-Factor Authentication”
3. Enter your Apple ID password and click “Continue”
4. Follow the instructions that appear

Step 5- Sign in with Apple ID
Once you’re done with account verification, you’ll be taken to the page where you can sign up for an account. After that, sign in to your account.

Step 6 - Enter Billing Information
After you enter the information, you will be taken to a page where you can pay. In this case, you will need to enter:

1. Billing Contact Details
2. Billing Address
3. Payment Method
4. Review order total and click “Continue” to confirm and pay

Step 7 - Grant Access to TheNextLevel

1. Go to https://appstoreconnect.apple.com/access/users
2. Click on the “Plus” button
3. Grant Admin access to Shana Cavuto shana@thenextlevel.app