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Google Play Account Setup

This page describes how to create and set up a Google Play account.

Existing Google Play Account

If the client already has a Google Play account:

  1. Invite the Futured account (ops@futured.app) to the client's Google Play Console.
  2. Configure the appropriate permissions based on project requirements. We recommend granting Admin access, which enables Futured to fully manage the app, including version uploads, tester management, store presence (descriptions, screenshots, and other assets) and very importantly - CI/CD setup.
  3. Proceed to Setting up your app in Google Play Console.

New Google Play Account

This step has to be done by the client - the new account owner.

The account creation process varies depending on whether you're creating a personal or organization account.

Start the registration process here: Google Play Console Signup.

For detailed instructions, consult the Play Console Getting Started Guide.

Info

  • A one-time registration fee of US$25 applies to both personal and organization accounts
  • Payment must be made via credit/debit card
  • You may need to provide ID documentation or other verification materials

Organization Account (Documentation)

Required information:

  • D‑U‑N‑S Number (obtain from D&B)
  • Developer name (can differ from legal name and can be changed later)
  • Organization details (name, address, phone, website)
  • Contact information (email and phone) for Google communications
  • Developer contact information (email and phone) for your Google Play profile

Info

The following information will be publicly visible on Google Play:

  • Organization name and address
  • Developer name and email
  • Developer phone number

Personal Account (Documentation)

Required information:

  • Developer name (can differ from legal name and can be changed later)
  • Legal name and address
  • Contact information (email and phone) for Google communications
  • Developer email (will be visible in your Google Play profile)

Warning

Organization accounts are preferred over personal accounts.

  • The main difference between a personal and organization account is that the personal account is not associated with a D-U-N-S number, however your legal (personal) name and address will be publicly visible on Google Play.
  • For personal accounts, before production release, you must complete a closed testing phase with the following requirements:
    • Minimum of 12 testers
    • Testers must be continuously opted-in for 14 days
    • Learn more