# Understanding App Store Review Apple ID
When it comes to publishing your app on the App Store, there are a few key steps you need to follow. One of the most important is setting up your App Store Review Apple ID. This is the account that Apple will use to review and approve your app before it can be made available to users. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at what App Store Review Apple ID is, why it’s important, and how you can set it up.
## What is App Store Review Apple ID?
App Store Review Apple ID is a special account that you create specifically for the purpose of submitting your app for review on the App Store. This account is separate from your personal Apple ID, and it’s used to communicate with Apple during the app review process. When you submit your app for review, you’ll need to log in to your App Store Review Apple ID to access the review process.
## Why do you need an App Store Review Apple ID?
There are a few reasons why you need to set up an App Store Review Apple ID:
– To submit your app for review: You can’t submit your app for review without an App Store Review Apple ID. This account is necessary to communicate with Apple during the review process.
– To receive updates and notifications: Once your app is approved and live on the App Store, you’ll receive updates and notifications via your App Store Review Apple ID.
– To manage multiple apps: If you have multiple apps on the App Store, you can use a single App Store Review Apple ID to manage them all.
## How to set up App Store Review Apple ID?
Setting up your App Store Review Apple ID is a fairly simple process. Here’s what you need to do:
1. Go to [https://appleid.apple.com/](https://appleid.apple.com/) and click on “Create Your Apple ID”.
2. Follow the prompts to create a new Apple ID. You’ll need to provide your email address, password, and other basic information.
3. Once you’ve created your Apple ID, go to [https://appstoreconnect.apple.com/](https://appstoreconnect.apple.com/) and sign in with your new Apple ID.
4. Follow the prompts to set up your App Store Review Apple ID. You’ll need to provide additional information about yourself and your app.
## FAQs
### Q: Can I use my personal Apple ID for App Store review?
A: No, you need to create a separate App Store Review Apple ID specifically for the purpose of submitting your app for review.
### Q: Do I need to pay to set up an App Store Review Apple ID?
A: No, setting up an App Store Review Apple ID is free.
### Q: Can I change my App Store Review Apple ID after submitting my app for review?
A: No, you can’t change your App Store Review Apple ID once your app is in review. If you need to change your Apple ID, you’ll need to withdraw your app and resubmit it with the new Apple ID.
### Q: Can I use the same App Store Review Apple ID for multiple apps?
A: Yes, you can use a single App Store Review Apple ID to manage multiple apps.