I. Preparatory Phase
1. Developer Account Certification
Visit Huawei Developer Alliance
Complete real-name authentication (enterprise/individual) with business license or ID upload
Register as HarmonyOS developer (select "Pure HarmonyOS Application Development")
2. Project Initialization Specifications
# DevEco Studio project creation
File → New → New Project → ArkTS Application
Target HarmonyOS 4.0+ versions
Define unique APP ID
Configure application category and target devices (mobile/tablet/smart screen)
3. Compliance Documentation
| Documentation Type | Pure HarmonyOS Requirement | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Software Copyright | Mandatory (electronic) | Apply via Yichanban |
| Privacy Policy | Dedicated page | Tencent Docs hosting |
| ICP Filing | Exempt for standalone apps | Required for networked apps |
| Disclaimer | Mandatory | Download individual developer template |
II. Package Construction
1. Signing Configuration
// DevEco Studio signing setup
Project Structure → Signing Configs
- Generate .p12 keystore (secure password storage)
- Create CSR certificate request
- Obtain .cer certificate from AppGallery
2. Release Package Generation
Select Release configuration
Build HAP package (not Android APK)
Verify package integrity:
# Signature verification
deveco-cli check-sign --package=com.example.app
III. Submission Requirements
1. AppGallery Configuration
Prepare application details page (Markdown-supported)
Upload multi-resolution icons (1024x1024px primary)
Submit 20-50s demo video
2. Audit Focus Areas
Functional Compliance: No hidden features/induce ratings
Privacy Protection: Explicit data consent
Performance Metrics: <1.5s cold startup, <150MB RAM
Multi-device Adaptation: Auto-layout validation
IV. Deployment Strategies
1. Release Options
| Method | Scenario | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Immediate Release | Full deployment | Global synchronization |
| Scheduled Release | Version control | Specified activation time |
| Staged Rollout | Phased testing | Regional/device gradual release |
2. Version Management
Major version updates require privacy policy revisions
Minor updates need changelog documentation
Patch versions for critical fixes
V. Post-Launch Operations
1. Monitoring Metrics
Core KPIs: DAU/MAU, crash rate (<0.1%)
Business Metrics: Conversion rate, ARPU
UX Metrics: Task completion rate, UI rating
2. Update Workflow
graph TD
A[Feature Development] --> B[Unit Testing]
B --> C[Integration Testing]
C --> D[Test HAP Generation]
D --> E[Internal QA]
E --> F[AGC Submission]
F --> G[Store Review]
G --> H[Production Release]
VI. Compliance Requirements
- Prohibited Actions:
Non-official API usage
User rating incentives
Third-party market links
- Review Timeline:
Initial review: 1-3 business days
Technical validation: 2-5 days
Content review: 1-2 days
- Special Categories:
Games: Require game rating certificate
Financial apps: PCI DSS compliance
Healthcare: Regulatory approvals
This guide ensures compliance with HarmonyOS ecosystem standards. Developers are recommended to:
Regularly check Huawei Developer Updates
Utilize DevEco Studio's compliance checker
Maintain documentation for audit readiness
Note: All translations maintain technical accuracy while adapting to international technical terminology standards.
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