My app got rejection for 5.6 first and then 2.1 guidelines, and 2.1 guideline rejection happens after the expedited review, but after 2.1 my app is still in waiting for review. I submitted on1st October and today is 8th October. Is this normal ? what can be the good approach right now ? As this is time crucial

Hello Apple Developer Community, I would like to ask for some guidance regarding an unusually long App Review waiting period. Our app, WolfShort (Apple ID: 6769611304), was submitted for review on September 24, 2026. As of today, October 8, 2026, the app has been in “Waiting for Review” status for 14 days without any status changes. Due to the extended waiting period, we submitted an expedited review request on October 2, 2026, and received confirmation that the request was successfully submitted. However, six days have passed since the expedited review request, and we have not received any updates or confirmation regarding its approval. We also recently updated the primary email address associated with our Apple Developer account. Unfortunately, we no longer have access to the previous email address, so we are concerned that we may have missed important notifications. We would sincerely appreciate any guidance regarding the following questions: Is it normal for an app to remain in “Waiting for Review” status for more than 14 days? How can we check whether our expedited review request has been reviewed or approved? Could changing the primary email address of our Apple Developer account affect the delivery of App Review notifications? Could the extended waiting period indicate that additional verification or documentation is required? Is there anything we can do to help move the review process forward, such as providing additional copyright authorization documents, app functionality explanations, or other supporting materials? We have also contacted Apple Developer Support to inquire about the current review status and whether any additional information is needed. We fully understand that App Review times may vary depending on the complexity of the application and the review team’s workload. We respect Apple’s review process and are more than willing to cooperate with any additional requirements. If anyone has experienced a similar situation or has suggestions on how to proceed, we would greatly appreciate your advice. Thank you for your time and assistance. Best regards, WolfShort Development Team

Dear Apple Developer Community and Apple Team, My Apple Developer Program membership was terminated on September 23, 2026. As a result, approximately 21 applications associated with my developer account were removed from distribution. The affected applications include: • Koe: AI Teleprompter • Kurs - Yordamchi • StorageZen: Phone Cleaner Pro • Sukun — Breathe. Rest. • Talaba • OddiyTV • StreamNest: Video Browser • FocusFlow - Pomodoro • VoxNote: Voice to Text • Tashkent Metro • DocScan: PDF Scanner & OCR • SwipeClean: Swipe to Clean • QRia - QR & Barcode Scanner • Chibu: Kids Chores & Rewards • Fleet Transfer • Little World Game • VeoTV - IPTV Player • LocalizeKit - Powerful Tools • ClipMaster - Smart Clipboard • MoodFlix - Movies & TV • WallCamera I have already submitted an official request to reinstate my terminated Developer Program membership through Apple's reinstatement process. However, I would also like to understand whether there is an appropriate way to communicate directly with an Apple Developer Support or App Review representative regarding my case. If there was a specific violation, account activity, or application that resulted in the termination, I am willing to provide clarification, documentation, and take any necessary corrective action. My intention is to fully comply with Apple's Developer Program requirements and App Review Guidelines. I respectfully ask for guidance on the appropriate escalation path and, if possible, a human review of my case. Thank you for your time and assistance. Best regards, Azimjon Abdurasulov Developer

Dear Apple Developer Community and Apple Team, My Apple Developer Program membership was terminated on September 23, 2026. As a result, approximately 21 applications associated with my developer account were removed from distribution. The affected applications include: • Koe: AI Teleprompter • Kurs - Yordamchi • StorageZen: Phone Cleaner Pro • Sukun — Breathe. Rest. • Talaba • OddiyTV • StreamNest: Video Browser • FocusFlow - Pomodoro • VoxNote: Voice to Text • Tashkent Metro • DocScan: PDF Scanner & OCR • SwipeClean: Swipe to Clean • QRia - QR & Barcode Scanner • Chibu: Kids Chores & Rewards • Fleet Transfer • Little World Game • VeoTV - IPTV Player • LocalizeKit - Powerful Tools • ClipMaster - Smart Clipboard • MoodFlix - Movies & TV • WallCamera I have already submitted an official request to reinstate my terminated Developer Program membership through Apple's reinstatement process. However, I would also like to understand whether there is an appropriate way to communicate directly with an Apple Developer Support or App Review representative regarding my case. If there was a specific violation, account activity, or application that resulted in the termination, I am willing to provide clarification, documentation, and take any necessary corrective action. My intention is to fully comply with Apple's Developer Program requirements and App Review Guidelines. I respectfully ask for guidance on the appropriate escalation path and, if possible, a human review of my case. Thank you for your time and assistance. Best regards, Azimjon Abdurasulov Developer

’m experiencing two problems with the new Asset Library / Header and Search Results features in App Store Connect. These are search-results creative videos, rather than traditional App Preview videos. Videos fail processing or remain stuck Several uploaded videos initially appeared to be processing, then showed a red error: Your file couldn’t be saved. Try again. If the problem persists, contact us. The App Store Connect API reports FAILED with POST_PROCESSING_FAILED for affected assets. Some also have a failed poster frame. This has occurred across multiple localizations, including the default product page and a custom product page. Waiting another 10 minutes did not resolve the failed assets. One example uses: MP4 container with H.264/AVC video 3840 × 2560 resolution 30 fps 16-second duration No audio The videos play and decode successfully locally. The original exports were approximately 2 MB. To test whether aggressive compression was involved, I also uploaded a higher-quality 19.2 MB export using H.264 High profile, Level 6.0, 8-bit YUV 4:2:0 and BT.709 colour settings. That latest upload remains at UPLOAD_COMPLETE after 10 minutes, without a processed video or poster frame. It has not yet reported a failure. Are there additional codec, profile, level, bitrate or colour-space requirements specifically for these new search-results videos? Is there a known processing issue, or a way to obtain a more detailed failure reason? Failed assets cannot be deleted after review withdrawal The app version was submitted and then withdrawn. It is now Developer Rejected and editable. After removing the video placements from both the default and custom product pages, some unused assets still cannot be deleted from Asset Library. The API returns HTTP 409: STATE_ERROR.ASSET_PREVIOUSLY_SUBMITTED_FOR_REVIEW The asset was previously submitted for App Review and can no longer be deleted. Other assets deleted successfully, but these remain locked even though the submission was withdrawn and their placements were removed. Is this deletion restriction expected after withdrawal? How can failed, unused assets be removed or reset? Does this require Apple Developer Support to clear them? Has anyone successfully uploaded videos through the new Search Results creative feature, or encountered either of these issues? I tried to manually delete the video from appstore connect but got this warning:

Hello App Review team, My individual Apple Developer Program membership was terminated on October 4, 2026 under Section 3.2(f), effective immediately. The notice did not state which conduct was considered fraudulent, so I would sincerely appreciate a review or at least an indication of what triggered it. Case ID: 102985280431. Background: I am a solo developer. My app is a free personal finance tracker (no IAP, no external payments, no hidden or remotely-enabled features). It was approved by App Review on October 2 and was live for about two days before the termination. The membership fee was paid with a card in my own name, and all account information is my own. Things I believe may have looked suspicious to an automated system, and my honest explanation: My Apple ID is also a member (Developer role) of my employer's team, and I use the same Mac for both. When I first set up signing on October 1, Xcode auto-selected my employer's team before I pinned my own team. That request failed and nothing was ever distributed under the wrong team. I set up a GitHub Actions CI pipeline to upload TestFlight builds using an App Store Connect API key. During setup on October 1 it failed several times in about an hour, and each successful run created a new Development certificate because the runner did not keep the private key. This is why there was API activity from both Vietnam (my Mac) and US data centers (the CI runner). I now understand this pattern can look abnormal and have stopped it entirely. I have not used any other account, have not manipulated ratings or reviews, and have never asked users to rate the app. I already replied to the termination email and submitted the "Need assistance with accessing your developer account" form on October 4. The App Review Board appeal form redirects me to developer.apple.com/maintenance/, so I am posting here as well, within the 30-day window. I am happy to provide any documentation (ID, payment proof, CI logs) that would help. Thank you for your time.

Hello, my brand new app has been stuck in "Waiting for Review" for 9 days with no movement and no communication in the Resolution Center.We submitted an expedited review but never received a confirmation email, suggesting a system glitch. All agreements are active, and DSA compliance is complete -Outbid u -9N8B2APFNA -version 1.0

I submitted my app for review on September 30th, and it's still showing as "waiting for review". I have tried contacting support and requesting to expedite the review, but I haven't gotten any updates. Are others experiencing much slower reviews with no status updates? I have users waiting to download the app and haven't been able to give a clear answer on a timeline. I understand delays, but I would like to be updated on the status.

Hello, My app, Dungeon Crawl 94: What Was Taken, has remained in “Waiting for Review” since September 21, 2026. Apple Account of the App: 6802649282 Version: 1.0 Build: 5 Submission ID: 12b50a1f-29be-4d34-8498-0e4e0e359cd7 On September 28, Apple approved my request for an expedited review and confirmed that the submission would be expedited. However, the app has still not entered review. I also contacted App Review Status support on September 30 (Case ID: 102981140624), but the submission remains in “Waiting for Review” and I have not received a response. The game launched on Steam and Google Play on September 30 as part of a coordinated multiplatform release. The iOS version is now several days behind the other platforms. Could someone from the App Review team please check whether there is a queue or routing issue preventing this submission from entering review? If anything is required from me, I am ready to provide it immediately. Thank you for your help.

My app Light on Universe (Apple ID 6815655931, version 1.0, build 4, iPhone only) was submitted on 29 September 2026 and has been in "Waiting for Review" for 8 days with no status change. It is a new app with no pending issues or messages in App Store Connect. Could the App Review team check whether the submission is moving? Thank you.

Hello! I am a new developer trying to launch my first app, and I am looking for some guidance or an internal escalation if a moderator is available. App Name: Nextsession App ID: 6811482002 Initial Submission Date: September 20, 2026 Latest Build Submission Date: September 29, 2026 Support Case ID: 102988060825 My initial submission was rejected with a request for video recordings and some additional information. I thoroughly compiled these materials. I also had to submit a new build to resolve a few minor bugs. I have attached the requested video recordings and fully filled out the App Review Information notes with the test credentials on the latest build. I also submitted an App Review Status Query but have not received a response. The app status has been stuck on "Waiting for Review" for nearly 10 days now. Because it is my first app, I want to ensure I haven't missed a critical step or if it is just stuck in a queue loop due to the new build upload. Any help or visibility from the moderation team would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Hello, Our app Virtual Pro Association has been stuck in “Waiting for Review” since September 28, 2026 at 21:46. We requested an Expedited App Review, and Apple confirmed that the request was accepted with the message: “We’ll expedite review for Virtual Pro Association.” Despite this, almost 6 days have passed and the submission has still not moved to “In Review.” We have also contacted App Review Support regarding the review status and are currently waiting for a response. App: Virtual Pro Association Version: 1.0 Build: 72 Apple ID: 6809065140 There are no messages, rejections, or actions required in App Store Connect. Has anyone experienced a similar delay recently, especially after an expedited review was granted? Is there anything else we should do, or should we simply keep waiting? Thank you.

Hello App Review Team, Our app submissions have been in “Awaiting Review” since September 29, 2026, and we have not yet received any feedback or updates regarding the review. Submission IDs: 92bffc4c-9707-4a84-b1cf-c106099bb4d1 9d36fcba-6ee0-406f-a8d6-090408d23cc7 Could you please let us know if there is any issue with these submissions or if any action is required from our side? We would also appreciate an update on when we can expect the review process to proceed. Thank you very much for your time and assistance. We look forward to your response. Best regards,

Hello, Our app "Zenora: Buy & Sell Used Items" (Apple ID 6817176447) has been waiting for review since September 29, 2026, when we replied to App Review with the information and screen recording requested. The submission includes version 1.0 (build 2) and 4 In-App Purchases (GEMS 40, 200, 440 and 1200). Since then the status has not changed and we have not received any message. Our Android version is already live and we are ready to launch on iOS. We would really appreciate it if someone could check whether anything else is needed from our side. Thank you for your help. Rodrigo Diaz Mesa Zenora Marketplace LLC

Xcode version 26.6 (17F113) MyOwnKeyboard-PAD app looks OK using simulator iPad Air 11-inch(M4). It automatically reformats to all orientations using only left and right landscape selected in General, Deployment Info. The submitted app 1.9 (4) had the portrait checked which was an error. I tried to update to version to 1.10 without portrait and upside down, but Validation states it must have all orientations needed. I tried setting all orientations and the simulator cuts off the sides. I am using a new mini M4 with Tahoe 26.6.2 Converted from an older developer mini using Migration Assistant. After conversion Xcode could not find xcspace files and apps locked up. I had to create new apps with different bundles which got conflicted in AppConnects causing rejects. When new versions are submitted, old versions cannot be removed because of submission states. Causing similar binaries, design and scam. I got trapped in the process! I have replied to AppConnect ref. binaries, design and scam. I hope someone can straighten this mess out. The good new is the free MyOwnKeyboard-PHONE analytics look OK with 4,000 impressions and 38 downloads and 172 product page reviews. It's a start! Thank you. Charlie Coupe Designer/Coder 2026sep16

Hi everyone, We resubmitted a new banking app on September 30 after a 2.1(a) rejection (the reviewer didn't complete the OTP step; we clarified the steps in our reply and review notes). It has been in "Waiting for Review" since then. Apple ID: 6779648622 Expedited review requested Oct 1 Support case opened Oct 2 (Case ID 102983863768) Updated Program License Agreement accepted Oct 6 The client's launch has already been postponed once, to October 14, because of the delay. Is anyone else seeing similar wait times right now, or is there anything else we should check on our side? Thanks!

Hi, Our first app has been in 'Waiting for Review' since September 30 (8 days now), which is well beyond the typical 24-48 hours. App: Nanny - Child Safety Alerts, Apple ID 6815768904, iOS 1.0 (build 3) Submission ID: 2545c625-ad4d-46b8-95ca-5d7a15919a55 This is a resubmission that addresses all feedback from the prior review (Guidelines 2.1 and 3.1.1): the demo account has been re-verified end-to-end, and updated sign-in instructions and clarifications are in the App Review Information notes. A status inquiry has been filed via Contact Us (Case ID: 102988791850). Is there anything on our side blocking the review, or anything else we should provide? Thank you!

Hello, our app Whishope (Apple ID 6813004940, version 1.0, build 7) was resubmitted on September 29 with the Guideline 1.2 user-generated content changes App Review asked for (submission ID 77f9de35-b2ce-45c7-9784-c2ee7f95aabf). It moved to In Review on October 1 and has stayed there since. Our server logs show no requests from the app between October 2 and today, so the review does not seem to have started on a device. We contacted App Review on October 3 (case 102984908361) and have not heard back. Is there anything we need to provide? We can share another demo account or a screen recording right away. Thank you.

Hi everyone, I'm looking for some advice or assistance regarding a recent app submission. My app has been stuck in the "Waiting for Review" status for over 7 days (submitted on Sep 30]). I already reached out to Developer Support via the Contact Us form 3 days ago (Case number: 102983210348), but I haven't received any reply or update yet. I also double-checked TestFlight and there are no crash issues on IPv6 networks. App Name: Make it Fit - Packing Puzzle App ID: 6796574369 Has anyone experienced this kind of delay recently? Or is there an Apple representative on the forum who can help look into this case? We just want to make sure there are no unexpected issues and are ready to provide any further information if needed. Any help or guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

We are way past our marketed release that because our app has been stuck on waiting for review for more than 72 hours even after requesting for expedite review, my app ID is 6817660417 kindly assist