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# Android Build and Publish (Old)

#### 1. Build Android Release Version

To build a signed release version of your app:

**Generate Keystore File:**

You’ll need Java installed (JRE or JDK). Use the `keytool` command in terminal:

bash1keytool -genkey -v -keystore `my-release-key.keystore` -alias `alias_name` -keyalg RSA -keysize 2048 -validity 10000

Replace `my-release-key.keystore` and `alias_name` with your preferred values.

**You will be prompted to enter:**

* New Keystore password
* First and last name
* Organisation Unit
* Organisation
* City
* State Or Province
* Country code

{% hint style="info" %}
***Tip: :** Keep this keystore alias & password safe — it's required for future updates.*
{% endhint %}

**Upload to eMOBIQ:**

1. Go to **Build and Publish tab** > **New Build** > Select **Android**
2. Choose **Release** as build type and select the version
3. Upload your `.keystore` file and enter:
   * Keystore password
   * Key alias
   * Key password

Click **Build** and wait for the process to complete.

**Download Artifacts:**

* `.aab` file – used for deployment to Google Play Store
* `.apk` file – for direct installation on devices

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#### 2. Initial Setup in Google Play Console

1. Visit [Google Play Console](https://play.google.com/console)
2. Sign in with your company email
3. Create a new app listing matching your eMOBIQ app
4. Complete declaration forms
5. Fill out store listing:
   * Description
   * Icon
   * Screenshots
   * Graphics
6. Set default language to **en-US**

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#### 3. Manual Deployment to Google Play Store

**Upload to Closed Testing:**

1. Go to **Testing** > **Closed Testing**
2. Add testers and countries
3. Upload the `.aab` file
4. Wait for review

**Promote to Production:**

1. Once reviewed, promote the release to **Production**
2. Wait for final review
3. App becomes available on Google Play Store

> ⚠️ Available channels:

* Internal (email-invited users – immediate)
* Closed (email-invited users – requires review)
* Open (public opt-in users – early access)
* Production (public users)

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#### 4. Configure Auto-Publishing via eMOBIQ

**Generate Service Account:**

1. Visit [Google Cloud Console](https://console.cloud.google.com/)
2. Go to **Service Accounts**
3. Create a service account and note its ID (an email address)
4. Add key and download JSON file

**Link with Google Play Console:**

1. In Google Play Console > **Users and permissions**
2. Invite the service account email with **Admin** access

**Upload to eMOBIQ:**

Go to **Settings > Android > Publish Settings** and upload:

* Service account JSON file
* App name
* Short description
* Full description

> ✅ Ensure these match what was entered in Google Play Console

**Enable Auto Publishing:**

1. Go to **Build & Publish > Publish tab**
2. Click **Publish** for the latest build
3. Confirm configurations
4. The system will deploy to **Closed Testing** , then automatically promote to **Production** after review

> 📌 Note: A manual upload must be completed before enabling auto-publishing