- Why does Google Play need 12 testers for 14 days?
- Since 2023, a personal Google Play developer account must run a closed test with at least 12 testers who stay opted in for 14 continuous days before it can apply for production access. The count is of testers still opted in — if someone leaves on day 10, the clock does not simply carry on.
- Are these real people or bots?
- Real people with real Google accounts and real devices. Bots cannot opt into a closed test, and Google can tell. Every tester on PlayAppTest has a verified Play account and confirms their opt-in with a screenshot you can keep.
- What happens if a tester drops out?
- We replace them and tell you the same day. Because the 14 days count continuous opt-in, a silent drop-out is the one thing that quietly costs you a fortnight — so we watch for it rather than leaving you to discover it at the end.
- How long does it take to start?
- Testers are usually assigned within a few hours of payment, and your 14 days begin the moment the last one opts in. You can watch each tester join from your dashboard.
- Can you test iOS apps too?
- Yes, through QA runs — testers install a TestFlight build and report what breaks. The 14-day rule is a Google Play requirement and does not apply to the App Store.
- How do I pay?
- Card or M-Pesa, through Paystack. You pay per testing run — there is no subscription, and nothing renews on you.