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How to Create an Apple Developer Account as a Company / Organization
How to Create an Apple Developer Account as a Company / Organization

To host an app on the 🍎 App Store, you will need to create an Apple developer account. In this lesson, we will walk you through the steps.

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Written by Rachel
Updated over a week ago

Note:

  • You will be asked to pay an annual fee of $99 to Apple, Inc. directly.
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  • Before starting your Apple Developer enrollment, please check whether your company already has a D-U-N-S number.
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  • We recommend using a generic company email address and phone number during the registration process so that someone else can manage the account in your absence.

Step 1: Enroll in Apple Developer Program

  1. Navigate to https://developer.apple.com/programs/enroll/
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  2. Select the ‘Start Your Enrollment’ button
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  3. Sign in using an existing Apple ID or click Create Apple ID to create one.
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  4. Agree to the Apple Developer Agreement by ticking the checkbox and clicking the ‘Submit’ button located at the bottom right.
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  5. In the ‘Select Entity Type’ section, you must choose ‘Company/Organization’ from the dropdown menu.
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    a) If your company has a D-U-N-S Number, click "continue."
    b) If not, click "Check now" as indicated below and follow the instructions in Step 2 to obtain your company's D-U-N-S Number.
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    ​    Note: Please do not register as an ‘Individual/Sole Proprietor’. It is crucial to register as a ‘Company/Organization’ because we do not support Individual accounts.
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  6. Next, fill in your organization's details under ‘Tell us about your organization’. Enter your Legal Entity Name and D-U-N-S number as provided in the D-U-N-S confirmation email
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  7. Next, provide your personal contact information for your Apple Developer account.
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  8. Tick the box indicating you’ve read and agree to the terms and conditions, then click ‘Continue’.
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  9. Verify that all entered information is correct and click 'Submit'.
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  10. Apple will contact you within 24-48 hours via phone or email to verify your enrollment.
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  11. After verification, expect a follow-up email to pay the annual enrollment fee of $99.
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  12. Return to your Apple Developer dashboard, complete your billing information, and click ‘Continue’ to finalize the payment and setup of your Apple Developer account.

Step 2: Acquire a D-U-N-S® Number for your Organization for Free

To enroll in the Apple Developer program, you must obtain a D-U-N-S number. If you have any questions during the process, please contact your Implementation Specialist or email us at hi@fuego.io. We’re here to assist you!

What is a D-U-N-S Number?

The D-U-N-S Number is a unique nine-digit identifier for business entities, specific to each location. Managed by Dun & Bradstreet (D&B), it is a widely recognized business identifier required for Apple Developer Enrollment. It verifies your organization's identity and legal status during the enrollment process.
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How to Request a D-U-N-S Number?

If your company is officially recognized as a legal entity, Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) might have already provided your organization with a complimentary D-U-N-S Number.

👉 Before enrolling, use the D-U-N-S Number lookup tool to see if you have one!

  • If Yes, you can proceed to complete your enrollment in Apple Developer following the instructions in Step 1.

  • If No, your company is not listed, you will see an option to submit your information to D&B for a free D-U-N-S Number. By check-marking the box and selecting ‘Submit’, you will give Apple authorization to provide your business information to D&B.

Please note that when using the lookup tool to request a D-U-N-S Number, you will need to provide the following information:

  • Legal Entity Name

  • Headquarters Address

  • Mailing Address

  • Your Contact Information

As part of D&B’s verification process, a D&B representative may contact you directly for additional information (e.g., type of business, number of employees). Please have your business registration documents readily available.

👉 Once you have been given a D-U-N-S Number, please repeat Step 1 to register your account with the Apple Developer program.

Step 3: Invite Fuego to Your Apple Developer Account

👉 Once you invite Fuego to your Apple Developer Account, app publishing with testing will be done automatically.

  1. Navigate to your App Store Connect account, https://appstoreconnect.apple.com/login

  2. Select ‘Users and Access’ from the top menu bar

  3. Tap on the ‘+’ button, then complete the following fields as listed below:

    • First Name: Team

    • Last Name: Fuego

    • Email: apps@fuego.io

    • Role: ‘Admin’ with access to all ‘Additional Resources'

Click ‘Invite’ to complete the invitation process.

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