Publishing to Play Store

Complete guide to publishing your Bagisto Native Android app on Google Play Store.

Prerequisites

Before publishing, ensure you have:

• Google Play Developer Account ($25 one-time fee)
• App icon (512x512 PNG)
• Feature graphics (1024x500 PNG)
• Screenshots (multiple sizes)
• Privacy Policy URL
• App Bundle (AAB) or APK

Build Configuration

1. Update Version Information

In app/build.gradle.kts:

android {
    defaultConfig {
        versionCode = 1          // Increment for each release
        versionName = "1.0.0"    // User-visible version
        applicationId = "com.yourcompany.yourapp"
    }
}

2. Configure ProGuard/R8

In app/proguard-rules.pro:

# Keep native methods
-keepclassmembers class * {
    @android.webkit.JavascriptInterface <methods>;
}

# Keep Mobikul bagisto library classes
-keep class com.mobikul.bagisto.** { *; }

# Keep your custom components
-keep class com.yourcompany.yourapp.components.** { *; }

# Kotlin serialization
-keepattributes *Annotation*, InnerClasses
-dontnote kotlinx.serialization.AnnotationsKt

# Coroutines
-keepnames class kotlinx.coroutines.internal.MainDispatcherFactory {}
-keepnames class kotlinx.coroutines.CoroutineExceptionHandler {}

3. Build Release APK

# Build debug APK
./gradlew assembleDebug

# Build release APK
./gradlew assembleRelease

# Build App Bundle (recommended)
./gradlew bundleRelease

App Store Listing

Required Information

Field	Description
Title	Short name (max 50 chars)
Short Description	Feature highlight (max 80 chars)
Full Description	Detailed info (max 4000 chars)
Screenshots	At least 2 screenshots
Icon	512x512 PNG
Feature Graphic	1024x500 PNG

Screenshots Required

Size	Description
1080x1920	Phone portrait
1800x1200	7" tablet
2560x1440	10" tablet

Store Optimization Tips

1. App Title

• Include keywords: "Bagisto", "Store", "Shop"
• Example: "Bagisto Mobile Store"

2. Description

📱 Bagisto Mobile Store

Shop your favorite products on the go with our mobile app!

✅ Easy checkout
✅ Fast browsing
✅ Secure payments
✅ Order tracking

Download now and start shopping!

3. Graphics

• Use high-quality images
• Show real device frames
• Highlight key features

Publishing Steps

1. Create Release

1. Go to Google Play Console
2. Select your app
3. Go to Release → Production
4. Click Create new release

2. Upload Bundle

1. Upload your AAB file
2. Add release notes
3. Click Save

3. Review & Rollout

1. Review release details
2. Click Start rollout to Production
3. Wait for review (usually 1-2 hours)

App Signing

Option 1: App Signing by Google Play (Recommended)

Google manages your signing keys:

• More secure
• Automatic updates
• No key management needed

Option 2: Self-managed

Upload your own signing key:

• Keep key secure
• Use same key for updates

Post-Publishing

1. Monitor Performance

Track these metrics:

• Downloads
• Ratings & Reviews
• Crash reports
• ANR (Application Not Responding)

2. Updates

// Bump version for updates
android {
    defaultConfig {
        versionCode = 2    // Increment
        versionName = "1.0.1"  // Update
    }
}

3. Pre-registration (Optional)

For upcoming apps:

1. Create pre-registration campaign
2. Users can sign up before launch
3. Notify when app goes live

Troubleshooting

Issue	Solution
Rejected for policy	Review guidelines, fix issues
Rejected for functionality	Test thoroughly before submit
Bundle too large	Enable R8 minification
Signing error	Check keystore configuration

Best Practices

1. Test thoroughly before release
2. Use App Bundle for smaller size
3. Set up App Signing by Google Play
4. Write clear descriptions with keywords
5. Collect user feedback and iterate
6. Monitor crashes and fix quickly