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What are the types of iOS app Apple signatures?

发布于：2024-06-24

Types of Apple Signatures for iOS Apps Sideloading

iOS app signatures come in several types, each with its specific purpose and use case:

1. App Store Signing:

This is the most common type of signing used to publish apps on the App Store. Developers need to use an Apple developer account and tools provided by Apple for signing. The app must pass Apple's review process before being published, ensuring its security and quality.

2. Enterprise Signing

Enterprise signing allows companies to distribute apps internally without App Store review. It is suitable for internal-use applications, such as employee tools or internal management systems. Enterprise signing requires an enterprise developer account obtained through the Apple Developer Enterprise Program.

3. Super Signature

Super Signature is a large-scale distribution method using enterprise signing, primarily for apps not listed on the App Store. It is typically provided by third-party service providers who use an enterprise developer certificate to sign the app and distribute it via download links to users.

4. Ad Hoc Signing

Ad Hoc signing is used for testing purposes, allowing developers to install the app on specific devices for testing. Each Ad Hoc signature can include up to 100 device UDIDs, suitable for small-scale and internal testing.

5. TestFlight Signing

TestFlight is Apple's testing platform, enabling developers to distribute their apps to testers. TestFlight signing can cover a larger range of testers, with each app able to invite up to 10,000 testers. Test apps are distributed and managed through TestFlight.

6. Development Signing

Development signing is used during the development phase to install the app on developer devices for development and debugging. It requires a developer account and signing through Xcode, and is limited to use during the development process.

Summary of Signature Types:

  1. App Store Signing: Used to publish apps on the App Store.
  2. Enterprise Signing: Used for internal distribution, requires an enterprise developer account.
  3. Super Signature: Large-scale distribution using enterprise certificates.
  4. Ad Hoc Signing: Used for small-scale testing, up to 100 devices.
  5. TestFlight Signing: Used for large-scale testing, up to 10,000 testers.
  6. Development Signing: Used for development and debugging.

Each of these signing methods has its pros and cons. Developers should choose the appropriate signing method based on their specific needs for distributing and testing their apps (Apple Developer)​​ (Apple Developer)​​ (Apple Developer).



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