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Programs overview
To get started with app development for Apple platforms and test them on your personal devices, simply download Xcode from the Mac App Store — membership isn’t required. When you’re ready to distribute apps, Apple Developer Program membership provides the tools, resources, and support you need to create and deliver software and services to users around the world on over 2 billion active Apple devices.
Apple Developer Program
You can enroll as an individual or enroll your organization in the Apple Developer Program. The program provides access to membership resources, like Certificates, Identifiers & Profiles, TestFlight, and App Store Connect — a suite of tools used to manage your apps for beta testing and distribution on the App Store, view analytics, and more.
Additional programs
Eligible Apple Developer Program members can also join additional programs that offer fee waivers or reduced commission rates on purchases made through Apple’s commerce system.
- Fee waivers. Nonprofit organization, accredited educational institution, and government entities that meet certain requirements, can request an Apple Developer Program fee waiver.
- App Store Small Business Program. This program features a reduced commission rate of 15% on paid apps and in-app purchases, helping you to invest more resources into your business.
- Apple Video Partner Program. This program is for apps that deliver premium subscription video entertainment services on the Apple TV app.
- News Partner Program. This program is for subscription news publications that provide their content to Apple News in Apple News Format.
Apple Developer Enterprise Program
The Apple Developer Enterprise Program allows large organizations to develop and deploy proprietary, internal-use apps to their employees. This program is for specific use cases that require private distribution directly to employees using secure internal systems or through a Mobile Device Management solution.