Hi everyone,
I'm a new Apple developer and recently submitted my first app to the App Store. It's a social media-style app that allows users to generate and share content. I understand that apps involving user-generated content usually require a more detailed review process, which makes sense, but the timeline is starting to feel a bit long—and I'm wondering if this is typical for first-time submissions.
I first uploaded the app to App Store Connect about 3 to 4 weeks ago. After roughly two weeks of waiting, I received a rejection—not because there was anything wrong with the app itself, but because Apple requested additional information. They wanted more clarity on how I plan to manage objectionable content, data security, and similar policies.
I promptly provided all the requested information in writing. That was about a week and a half ago, and since then, I haven't received any updates. I also submitted an expedited review request, but I’ve seen no change in status.
Interestingly, after submitting the additional information, the app went back into "In Review" within about 30 minutes. However, there hasn’t been any visible activity since then. I've checked the app logs, and it doesn’t appear that any testing is taking place.
I'm just curious if other developers—especially new ones—have experienced similar delays. Is this kind of timeline normal for an app like mine? Or is there something more I should be doing on my end to move things along?
Thanks in advance for any guidance or shared experiences! Apple id for the app is 6749034940
