Register Google Developer account

Learn how to register for a Google Developer account

In this guide, we will walk you through the process of creating and verifying your Google Developer Account. This is a required step if you want to publish your app on the Play Store for Android users.

What You Need Before Starting

Before beginning, ensure you have the following:

Google account – Sign up at https://accounts.google.com/signup
DUNS number – Learn more at https://www.mobiloud.com/docs/what-is-a-duns-number-and-where-to-find-it
Credit card – Required for the $25 one-time registration fee
Valid phone number – Used for verification
Valid email address – Ensure it's accessible, as it will be linked to your developer account

All of these are mandatory, and you will be asked to provide them during registration.

If you don’t have a DUNS number yet, request one as soon as possible. Keep in mind that while the process is free, it can take a few days or weeks to complete.

Important Notice: Organizational Accounts Only

We only work with organizational Google Play Developer accounts, not personal accounts. This is because an organizational account ensures that the app belongs to your business rather than an individual. It also provides better long-term management, allowing multiple team members to access and maintain the account as needed.

Using a personal account can lead to ownership complications, especially if the individual who created the account leaves your company. To avoid these issues, always register your Google Play Developer account under your business entity.

Step 1: Sign in to Google

Go to https://play.google.com/console/signup and sign in with your Google account. If you don’t have one, create a new account at https://accounts.google.com/signup.

If you are not the owner of the company, we strongly recommend using a general company email (e.g., contact@company.com) rather than a personal one. This ensures the Developer Account remains accessible to the organization and prevents potential ownership issues in the future.

Step 2: Select "An Organization"

Choose "An organization" as your account type.
Click Get started and review the required information before proceeding.

Step 3: Enter Your Developer Name

Enter your company name as your developer name, exactly as you want it to appear on the Play Store. This name will be publicly displayed, so make sure to use the correct spelling and capitalization. For example, if your company is called "Tech Solutions Inc.", entering "tech solutions inc" or "TECH SOLUTIONS INC" may not look as professional as "Tech Solutions Inc.".
Next, you’ll need to link a payments profile to verify your organization

Payments Profile Setup

If your Google account is already linked to a payment method, select it from the options available.
If not, click "Create or select payments profile" and follow the instructions to add your business details.

Enter Your D-U-N-S Number

You will be asked to enter your D-U-N-S number (a unique identifier for your business). If you don’t have one, request it in advance following this guide https://www.mobiloud.com/docs/what-is-a-duns-number-and-where-to-find-it, as processing can take time.
Enter the D-U-N-S code and click Next to confirm.

Step 4: Complete Your Public Developer Profile

Enter your developer phone number and email address.
Click Verify phone number and Verify email address to complete verification.
This information will be displayed on your app’s Google Play Store listing after your app is published.

Step 5: Add Developer Experience

If you are new to Android development, select "No experience" and continue.

Step 6: Provide App Information

Number of apps: Select 1 or 2-5.
Earning money on Google Play: Select No (unless you plan to monetize).
App categories: Select None of the above if unsure.

Step 7: Provide Contact Information

Enter your contact name, email, preferred language, and phone number.
Click Next to proceed.

Step 8: Accept the Terms

Review the Google Play Developer Terms of Service.
Check both agreement boxes and click Create account and pay.

Step 9: Pay the Registration Fee

Enter your payment details to pay the $25 USD one-time registration fee.
Click Save card and complete the purchase.

Step 10: Verify Your Account

After registration, visit the Google Play Console (https://play.google.com/console) to check if additional verification is required.

IMPORTANT! We can only publish apps to your account after it has been verified.

Possible Verification Steps:

If you have any questions regarding the verification steps, refer to Google's documentation, here: https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/answer/9198012

Identity Verification
- Confirm that the name and address match your identity document.
- Any discrepancies may require re-submission and delay your ability to publish apps.
Website Verification
- Google may ask you to verify your website.
- Follow the instructions under View details to complete this step.
Android Device Verification
- If required, verify using an Android device (Android 10 or later).
- Click View details and follow the instructions provided.

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