In this guide, you’ll learn how to:

  • Create a Google Play developer account.
  • Set up and configure your app for publishing.
  • Upload your build and go live.
  • Manage updates and unpublishing post-launch.

Before you begin

You’ll need:
  • A Google developer account.
  • An Android app bundle (.aab).
  • Store listing assets like app name, description, icon, and screenshots.

Launch your app on Google Play

Here’s how to go from ready-to-build to live on the Play Store - one step at a time.

1

Create your Google Developer account

Sign in to the Google Play Console and register your developer account by accepting the terms and paying the one-time registration fee.

Start Here → Set Up Your Developer Account
Google’s official walkthrough to access the Play Console.

2

Set up and publish your app

1. Set up your app in the Play Console

Create a new app, enter the basics like your app name and default language, define its release type and set up store listings.

Build the Foundation → Set Up a New App
Everything you need to get started inside the console.

2. Build and publish your app

Build your .aab release
Follow Flutter’s official guide to generate a release-ready Android App Bundle from your Rocket-generated code.

Upload your .aab file, write release notes, and submit your app through the Production track for review.

Go Live → Submit Your Build for Publishing
How to release your app to the Play Store.

3

Update or unpublish your app anytime

Post-launch, you can push updates or unpublish the app from view. The Play Console keeps you in control.

Stay in Control → Update or Unpublish Your App
Manage availability and updates at any time.

You did it!

You’ve turned your design into production-ready Flutter code with Rocket. From idea to app, you’re now fully equipped to launch on Google Play.

Need help?
Email us at support@rocket.new or connect with our Discord community.