OurBestSelves App Configuration Guide

1. Create app in App Store Connect
2. Fill in app metadata (name, description, screenshots)
3. Configure app pricing and availability
4. Set up in-app purchases (if applicable)
5. Upload build using Xcode or Application Loader
6. Submit for review (typically 1-3 days)

App Store Review Guidelines

1. Create app in Google Play Console
2. Complete store listing (title, description, graphics)
3. Set up content rating
4. Configure pricing and distribution
5. Manage in-app products (if applicable)
6. Create release and upload APK/AAB
7. Submit for review (typically 1-3 days)

Google Play Policy Center

Important: Mobile apps must use platform-specific payment systems:

• iOS: Apple requires using StoreKit for digital goods and in-app content
• Android: Google Play requires Google Play Billing for digital goods
• Physical goods can use external payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)

Implementation Steps:

1. Configure products in App Store Connect / Google Play Console
2. Implement platform-specific API:
   • iOS: StoreKit framework
   • Android: Google Play Billing Library
3. Handle purchase flows, receipts, and subscription management
4. Implement server-side receipt validation

Implementation Options:

1. Direct Integration: Implement payment processor APIs directly in your web application
2. Payment SDKs: Use pre-built payment forms and components
3. Checkout Pages: Redirect to hosted checkout pages

Stripe Integration Example (Basic):

// Server-side (Node.js)
const stripe = require('stripe')(process.env.STRIPE_SECRET_KEY);

app.post('/create-checkout-session', async (req, res) => {
  const session = await stripe.checkout.sessions.create({
    payment_method_types: ['card'],
    line_items: [{
      price_data: {
        currency: 'usd',
        product_data: {
          name: 'OurBestSelves Subscription',
        },
        unit_amount: 1999, // $19.99
      },
      quantity: 1,
    }],
    mode: 'subscription',
    success_url: 'https://ourbestselves.com/success',
    cancel_url: 'https://ourbestselves.com/cancel',
  });

  res.json({ id: session.id });
});
                                        

// Client-side
const stripe = Stripe('pk_test_YOUR_PUBLISHABLE_KEY');

document.querySelector('#checkout-button').addEventListener('click', async () => {
  const response = await fetch('/create-checkout-session', {
    method: 'POST',
  });
  
  const session = await response.json();
  
  stripe.redirectToCheckout({
    sessionId: session.id,
  });
});
                                        

Critical Security Practices:

• PCI Compliance: Use payment processors that handle card data to minimize PCI requirements
• SSL/TLS: Ensure your application uses HTTPS everywhere
• Webhooks: Use webhooks for asynchronous payment notifications
• Server-side Validation: Always verify payments on your server
• API Keys: Keep payment API keys secure and in environment variables
• Testing: Thoroughly test payment flows in sandbox/test mode before production

1. Create Stripe Account: Sign up at stripe.com
2. Account Verification: Complete identity verification (KYC requirements)
3. Bank Account Setup:
   • Go to Stripe Dashboard > Settings > Bank accounts and cards
   • Add a bank account for payouts
4. Payout Schedule:
   • Go to Settings > Payouts
   • Choose automatic (daily, weekly, monthly) or manual payouts
5. Monitor Payouts: View payout history in the Dashboard > Payouts section

Timeframe: First payout typically takes 7-14 days, then follows your chosen schedule

1. Create PayPal Business Account: Sign up at paypal.com/business
2. Complete Verification: Verify your business information
3. Link Bank Account:
   • Go to PayPal dashboard > Wallet
   • Add a bank account
   • Verify the bank account
4. Access Funds:
   • Automatic transfers to bank account (configure in settings)
   • Manual transfers as needed
   • Use PayPal debit card for direct access

Timeframe: Funds are available in PayPal immediately, bank transfers take 1-3 business days

Apple App Store

1. Set Up Banking Details:
   • Sign in to App Store Connect
   • Go to Agreements, Tax, and Banking
   • Complete bank information and tax forms
2. Payout Schedule: Monthly for earnings above threshold ($150 USD in most countries)
3. Monitor Payments: View payment history in Payments and Financial Reports

Timeframe: Approximately 45 days after the last day of the month in which purchases were made

Google Play Store

1. Set Up Merchant Account:
   • Access Google Play Console
   • Go to Settings > Developer account > Payments profile
   • Add payment method for receiving payouts
2. Payout Schedule: Monthly for earnings that exceed threshold (varies by country)
3. Monitor Payments: View financial reports in the Payments section

Timeframe: Approximately 15 days after the end of the month