Prices at a glance
| Program | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Developer Program — individual | US$99 / year | Publish on the App Store under your legal name |
| Apple Developer Program — organization | US$99 / year | Same price; requires D-U-N-S and legal entity |
| Apple Developer Enterprise Program | US$299 / year | Internal distribution only, strict eligibility |
| Free Apple Account | Free | Test on your own devices with Xcode; no App Store or TestFlight |
| Google Play (for comparison) | US$25 once | No annual fee |
Local prices vary by region and include tax where applicable — for example, the fee is shown as ¥688 in mainland China.
Renewal
- Accounts enrolled on the website can renew manually from 30 days before expiry, or turn on auto-renew where available.
- Accounts enrolled in the Apple Developer app renew automatically each year until cancelled.
- Only the Account Holder can renew. Apple Account balance and gift cards can't be used.
What happens if your membership expires
- Your apps and in-app purchases become unavailable on the App Store in every country.
- Users who already installed your apps can keep using them.
- You can't submit apps or updates, use TestFlight, or access Certificates, Identifiers & Profiles.
- Renew any time after expiry: free apps return within about 24 hours; paid apps return after you accept the Paid Applications Agreement in App Store Connect. No resubmission needed.
Is it worth paying for help?
The US$99 always goes to Apple. A registration service is worth it when time matters — for example, organization accounts with D-U-N-S issues, enrollment errors, or teams who want the account set up correctly the first time.
FAQ
How much is an Apple Developer account per year?
US$99 per year for both individual and organization accounts. The Enterprise Program costs US$299 per year.
Is the Apple Developer account a one-time payment?
No. It is an annual membership. Google Play, by comparison, charges a one-time US$25 fee.
What happens if I don't renew?
Your apps are removed from the App Store, though existing users can keep using installed apps. Renewing restores them without resubmission.
Is there a free Apple Developer account?
You can use a free Apple Account to build and test on your own devices with Xcode, but publishing on the App Store and TestFlight require the paid program.
Related guides
How to enroll · Apple Developer account service · Google Play account ($25)
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