How to transfer a published iOS app to another account?

Requirements for transferring a published iOS app to another account

Before starting the transfer process, you must ensure that the state of the app is suitable for it. Additionally, the transfer must be carried out by the owner of the application, the person or team that has the ‘Team Agent’ role. This person must have direct access to the application account through their Apple ID and Team ID. This will make the process secure and ensure that the person accepting the transfer is responsible.

Another requirement for transferring an iOS app is to ensure that the developer account is ready for the process. In addition, before transferring an iOS app to another account, it is necessary to back up the information and data.

It should be noted that you can transfer as many applications as you want as long as the process is carried out one at a time. One of the advantages of transferring an iOS app to another account is that the app remains in the App Store during and after the process. This means that users are not affected by the change.

How to request the transfer of a published iOS app to another account

Once the requirements to transfer an iOS app to another account are known, we proceed to request the transfer process.

To do this, it is necessary to access the App Store account and then the ‘MyApps’ section. At this point, you must select the app you want to transfer. Next, accept the terms and conditions and click on ‘Request for transfer’ and ‘Done’.

Finally, the person responsible must accept the transfer within 60 days, as well as review and fill out the information to finally accept the terms and conditions of the agreement. To do this, you must access the ‘Contract, Tax and Banking’ section > Transfer Agreement > Contract in Process.

The transfer process may take up to 2 business days and once this process is complete, the application becomes the property of the recipient.

As you can see, transferring an iOS app is a simple and quick process that allows you to change the ownership of an application if you want to sell it or simply change your account.

At ABAMobile, we have been developing software solutions for more than 10 years and that is why we know the world of mobile applications. Contact us to start developing your next project or if you need help transferring an app to another account.