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Hello everyone, I am seeking some guidance on how to break out of what appears to be an automated App Review rejection loop. My app has been rejected three times in a row for the exact same reason, and my replies in the Resolution Center seem to be getting ignored. The Issue: My app is named Linkwise (associated with my web platform, linkwise.app). I am being rejected under Guideline 4.1(c) - Design - Copycats. The rejection message specifically states: The app's icon and name contain an icon, brand, or product name that belongs to the following developer: Linkwise. The bizarre part is that I am the developer of Linkwise. I am being accused of impersonating my own brand and product. Submission Details: App Name: Linkwise Submission ID: fa557f1b-3724-4e01-aa85-bf05ced4801f Version: 1.0.1 Review Device: iPhone 17 Pro Max What I've Tried: I have replied to the rejection message in App Store Connect three times explaining that I am the owner of the Linkwise brand and domain. Despite this, I keep receivin

I am developing a browser for the Gemini Protocol (geminiprotocol.net). It's a lightweight document-and-links Internet protocol. It predates that other Gemini by years, if not decades. My App Review was rejected, unsurprisingly, because it uses a word that that other Gemini has unceremoniously taken over. How does a legitimate application that wants to use the Greek word for twin submit an application? What if I was making an astrology application? Would I have to pick a new word for the zodiac sign? Or an application that shows constellations? I could probably get by not mentioning the zodiac sign or constellation by name. But that's not exactly an option for a browser for the Gemini network. I tried replacing all mentions of Gemini with Geminispace (the word the network uses to reference its network of servers). I obviously don't have the clout to take on Google and its massive marketing engine, but it feels wrong that they can just take over a word like that. Is there really no option for using a real word

My application does not compete with the developer. It’s an extension which sits on top of their website. Its only use is to work with their website. Without using their name, the extension does not make any sense. The developer not only has no issue with it - some of their own employees use the extension. To get documentation from developer, that’s easy. However, two questions: Developer wants to know what needs to be provided? An email, A statement? How / what format would be required they are asking? How does such above documentation get submitted / included in subsequent updates to Not hinder approval? The app went through 8 positive reviews / approvals and then all of a sudden this happened out of no where. So not understanding what changed on Apples side and how/what is sufficient documentation (email, statement, PDF, ????) from developer? thanks.

But which app i am copying, I don't know. I got this message: Your app or its metadata appears to contain misleading content. Specifically, your app’s name is leveraging another popular app on App Store.I did a search of my app name on the App Store and didn't find any popular app with a similar name. My app name is Decision Coin - Flip or Spin Random Choice Maker. If anyone can tell me wich app i am copying, let me know. I replied asking the reviewer this but no reply yet. Thank you so much.

Resolution CenterMessageHello,Thank you for providing additional information.Regarding 4.1, we continue to find your app is closely resembling Dead Space. While we under stand your app is implementing different UI, story and character, it is not appropriate for apps to leverage any copyrighted properties.You may attach documentary evidence in the App Review Information section in App Store Connect. In accordance with section 3.2(f) of the Apple Developer Program License Agreement, you acknowledge that submitting falsified or fraudulent documentation can result in the termination of your Apple Developer Program account and the removal of your apps from the App Store. Once Legal has reviewed your documentation and confirms its validity, we will proceed with the review of your app.Best regards,App Store Review////////////////////////////////////I already got reject for 2 times. and already submit an appeal for 2 weeks+.I do understand what reviewer want but the problem is I create my own model & story &

Dear all, I have been working for a year and invested a lot of money for creating a kind of a fantasy league related to football. I checked with a lawyer before starting the App development and he told me that if the game is free there shouldn't be any problem with the football team licenses, specially if we republish sports results (already published in all the international media). Obviously we use real football team shields, as we comply both conditions (free App and republish sports results).I have also checked other Apps in App Store and there are a lot of Apps including the same shields that I'm being told to remove from my App. I don't think all of them have any license from the FIFA or UEFA or any particular team.This is the answer I received from Apple:Guideline 4.1 - Design - CopycatsYour app or its metadata appears to contain misleading content.Specifically, your app includes content that resembles one or multiple third-party sport teams and/or leagues.It's a Freemium app, where we publish real res