r/AndroidClosedTesting • • Dec 23 '25

Step-by-step instructions to create a Google Group and invite the testers to join

61 Upvotes

Hell everyone,

Earlier someone looking for the help with google group invite creation, even i had same issue when I started, thought to add this post, might help someone..

Step 1: Open Google Groups

  1. Go to https://groups.google.com
  2. Sign in with your Google account

Step 2: Create a New Group

  1. Click “Create group”
  2. Enter:
    • Group name (e.g., my-community)
    • Group email (auto-generated)
    • Description
  3. Click Next

Step 3: Set Group to Public (Important)

On the Privacy & permissions screen, choose:

  • Who can search for group → Anyone on the web
  • Who can join group → Anyone on the web
  • Who can view conversations → Anyone on the web

Click Next

Step 4: Create the Group

  1. Review settings
  2. Click Create group

✅ Your public Google Group is now live

Step 5: Share Public Join Link

  1. Open your group
  2. Click Group settings
  3. Copy the Group URL, for example:https://groups.google.com/g/my-community
  4. Share this link publicly (website, email, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, etc.)

👉 Anyone can open the link and click “Ask to join” or Join group

(Optional) Send Email Invites

  1. Go to Members
  2. Click Add members
  3. Enter email addresses
  4. Choose Invite (not Add directly)
  5. Send invite

Quick Tip

If you want instant joining without approval:

  • Go to Group settings → Access
  • Set Join the group → Anyone on the web (no approval)

r/AndroidClosedTesting • • Nov 29 '23

App testing requirements for new personal developer accounts, a minimum of 20 testers

103 Upvotes

There should be a few posts like this with the keywords, so that the new developers can find this Reddit on the Google easier and know where to find testers for testers.

This post here is only for Google SEO purpose.

In this sub r/AndroidClosedTesting you can find the people who can provide testing for testing, in order to pass your Google Play Console 20 testers policy.

Google Play is rolling out new testing requirements for developers with personal accounts created after November 13, 2023. These changes aim to enhance the app development process, encourage thorough testing, and ultimately deliver higher quality experiences to users. These requirements and the various testing tracks available on Play Console.

Developers with personal accounts created post-November 13, 2023, must adhere to new testing requirements. Before apps are eligible for distribution on Google Play, a closed test with a minimum of 20 testers is mandatory. These testers must have opted-in for the last 14 days continuously. Features like production and pre-registration in Play Console will remain disabled until these requirements are met. Applying for production access involves answering questions about the app, its testing process, and production readiness, ensuring a comprehensive understanding.

Play Console offers distinct testing tracks to facilitate a gradual testing process. Internal testing enables quick distribution to trusted testers during app setup. Closed testing, a prerequisite for production access, involves sharing the app with a controlled group of at least 20 testers. Open testing allows the app's test version to be visible on Google Play, with users providing private feedback. Developers must complete a closed test meeting specific criteria before applying for production access.

Tags: Google Play testing requirements, App development testing tracks, Personal developer account testing, Closed testing for app developers, Play Console testing criteria, 20 testing user Google Play policy.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

Ludo Lantern (online Ludo) needs testers. I'll test yours back for 14 days.

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6 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I'm doing closed testing for my first game, Ludo Lantern, an online Ludo game with a Himalayan lantern theme. You can play with friends or random players as a guest, with no ads and no sign-up.

If you install it and keep it for 14 days, I'll do the same for your app. Just reply with your links and I'll confirm once I've joined.

  1. Join the group: groups.google.com/ludo-lantern-testers
  2. Opt in: play.google.com/apps/testing/com.bhangeralabs.ludo
  3. Install: play.google.com/store/apps/details

Thanks and good luck with your launches!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 6h ago

[Closed test] ProductSnap: product photo editor for resellers. I'll test yours back

3 Upvotes

Hi! I need testers for my app's 14-day closed test and I'm happy to test yours in return.

App: ProductSnap

What it does: turns phone photos into clean listing photos for eBay, Vinted, Depop and Etsy. One-tap background removal, auto light, flaw marking and batch editing. Everything runs on the phone, with no sign-in and no uploads. Free during testing.

How to join:

  1. Join the tester group: https://groups.google.com/u/1/g/productsnap-testers

  2. Opt in and install: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.oamsapps.productsnap

Please keep it installed for the full 14 days. Even better, try it on a photo or two of something you own (clothes and shoes work great) and tell me what felt confusing.

Comment with your app's links and I'll join, install and keep it for 14 days too. Reply "done" once you've joined mine so I can match you.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 35m ago

Chalk Runner game :) I’ll test yours back!

• Upvotes

Hello there guys, I need testers to test play my game :)

40 levels in 4 chapters, plus Endless mode, you obviously do not have to play it all, but if somebody actually plays it and gives feedbacks even better :D

Join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/chalk-runner-testers

Opt in to the test: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.profactor.chalkrunner

Install from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.profactor.chalkrunner

Keep it installed for 14 days. As I said you don’t need to play every day, just don’t leave the test (not sure if it has to be opened every day for some time? I think it does?)

Google is still approving the test build, so if links 2 and 3 say “not found”, join the group now. I’ll post in the group the moment they work.

If you want to see how game looks like and plays right now: Chalk Runner Dev Build

I did this with a lot of help from AI (Claude) for the code and art. I did the design, testing and decisions.

Drop your test link in the comments and I’ll join yours! Feedback as I mentioned is very welcome too, especially if anything flickers or a level feels unfair (People mentioned graphical bugs in the web version).


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 4h ago

Day 1 (again) since i just got started having 12 testers

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2 Upvotes

apps are being tested and open

Hi Everybody everyone who will join to test my app will have a free app which my app byebyepic this is a paid app if it became live and as a reward you will be able to have it free.

google group: https://groups.google.com/g/byebyepictesters

download here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jdr.byebyepic

or

here: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.jdr.byebyepic

i've done a couple of apps exchanging test so i am legit once you comment here ill update you guys for 14days :)


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 58m ago

T4T / 14 Days] Need testers for my casual game "Jump Up" - I will test your app back immediately

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Become a tester for the Jump Up game (Free)

Join this group: https://groups.google.com/g/jump-up-testers (Click "Join group")

Then become a tester: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.jumpup.up ("Become a tester")

You might have to wait for a few mins to download the app. Please have patience and install the following app

Install the app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jumpup.up

Please keep the app on your phone for 14 days.

Once you have done the steps above do send me your links and I would be happy to do the same.

Thanks youuu


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

Looking for 12 testers for my Android app Aura Profiles (Test for Test - I will test yours back for 14 days)

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Hi everyone,

I just published my new utility app Aura Profiles to Closed Testing and need 12 testers for the 14-day requirement. It is a simple utility to switch phone volume and brightness profiles with one tap.

If you test mine, please leave a screenshot and your links in the comments and I will install your app right away and keep it for the full 14 days!

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/aura-profile-tester

Web Opt-In Link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.auraprofiles.app

Google Play Store Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.auraprofiles.app

Note: If you want to unlock all features inside the app during testing, you can enter code 2026 in the top right badge.

Thank you and drop your links below so I can test yours back!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

Looking for 12 testers for my Android app Aura Profiles (Test for Test - I will test yours back for 14 days)

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• Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I just published my new utility app Aura Profiles to Closed Testing and need 12 testers for the 14-day requirement. It is a simple utility to switch phone volume and brightness profiles with one tap.

If you test mine, please leave a screenshot and your links in the comments and I will install your app right away and keep it for the full 14 days!

Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/aura-profile-tester

Web Opt-In Link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.auraprofiles.app

Google Play Store Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.auraprofiles.app

Note: If you want to unlock all features inside the app during testing, you can enter code 2026 in the top right badge.

Promo code 2026 to unlock after 7 days

Thank you and drop your links below so I can test yours back!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

Squareaway - plan trips and split costs with family. I'll test yours back

• Upvotes

Hi all! I'm a solo developer and need 12 testers for 14 days to get my app onto Google Play. Leave your app's link in the comments and I'll join your test and stay opted in for the full 14 days.

What it is

Squareaway is for trips with family and friends. Plan the days together, split costs fairly between families (adults and kids counted separately), see who owes whom, and settle up. There's also a shared photo album you can play on your TV, trip chat, road-trip routes with drive times, and family games like Ludo and Tambola.

How to join (about 2 minutes, Android only)

  1. Join the testers group with the Google account on your phone: https://groups.google.com/g/squareaway_testers

  2. Opt in on Google Play with the same account: https://family-bill-splitter-d8a99.web.app/test

  3. Install Squareaway from the Play page that opens, and open it once.

Please stay opted in for 14 days. Google only counts testers who do.

For testers: no ads, and you can unlock a free pass on one trip to try the paid features, like the photo album.

Anything confusing, broken or missing? Reply here or email squareawaysupport@gmail.com. Thanks!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

[Closed Testing] Need 12 testers for Aura Profiles (One-Tap Volume & Brightness Switcher) — Will test your app back immediately for 14 days! (Free Lifetime Code inside)

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Hey everyone! 👋

I just launched my new minimalist Android utility app **Aura Profiles** into Closed Testing and need 12 testers to stay opted-in for 14 days.

**What Aura Profiles does:**

Aura Profiles lets you save your phone's Ring, Notification, Media, Alarm volumes, Vibrate, and Screen Brightness as profiles and switch between them with a single tap. It comes with 7 ready-to-use profiles (*Meeting, Outdoor, Sleep, Focus, Reading, Home, and Wellness*), custom profile creation, a pinned live active status banner, and zero background battery drain.

🎁 **Free Lifetime Unlock for all testers:**

Tap the top-right badge inside **Aura Profiles** and enter promo code **`2026`** to unlock Lifetime Access for free!

---

### How to Join (Takes 30 seconds):

**Step 1: Join the Google Group first** (use the same Google account as your Play Store):

👉 https://groups.google.com/g/aura-profile-tester

**Step 2: Opt-in on the Web (Click "Become a Tester"):**

👉 https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.auraprofiles.app

**Step 3: Download Aura Profiles on Google Play:**

👉 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.auraprofiles.app

---

🤝 **I will test your app back 100%!**

Reply below with a screenshot of **Aura Profiles** installed on your phone + your Google Group and Play Store links. I will install your app immediately, leave feedback, and open it daily for the full 14 days!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

Need testers for IPTV app. If you have IPTV and a chromecast device its bonus.

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1 Upvotes

Looking for more beta testers for my IPTV app. The app has a really simple GUI and I’m trying to get all TV and VODs to be able to cast to Chromecast with support. (4K movies will never cast to a non 4k chromecast etc.) DM me if you want to help me with beta testing!

If you wanna help testing join my google group and read the pinned message for link for testing. Remember to join with same account as your google play account.
https://groups.google.com/g/easychannelclosedtester


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

[Closed Testing] Need 12 testers for Aura Profiles (One-Tap Volume & Brightness Switcher) — Will test your app back immediately for 14 days! (Free Lifetime Code inside)

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1 Upvotes

Hey everyone! 👋

I just launched my new minimalist Android utility app **Aura Profiles** into Closed Testing and need 12 testers to stay opted-in for 14 days.

**What Aura Profiles does:**

Aura Profiles lets you save your phone's Ring, Notification, Media, Alarm volumes, Vibrate, and Screen Brightness as profiles and switch between them with a single tap. It comes with 7 ready-to-use profiles (*Meeting, Outdoor, Sleep, Focus, Reading, Home, and Wellness*), custom profile creation, a pinned live active status banner, and zero background battery drain.

🎁 **Free Lifetime Unlock for all testers:**

Tap the top-right badge inside **Aura Profiles** and enter promo code **`2026`** to unlock Lifetime Access for free!

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### How to Join (Takes 30 seconds):

**Step 1: Join the Google Group first** (use the same Google account as your Play Store):

👉 https://groups.google.com/g/aura-profile-tester

**Step 2: Opt-in on the Web (Click "Become a Tester"):**

👉 https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.auraprofiles.app

**Step 3: Download Aura Profiles on Google Play:**

👉 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.auraprofiles.app

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🤝 **I will test your app back 100%!**

Reply below with a screenshot of **Aura Profiles** installed on your phone + your Google Group and Play Store links. I will install your app immediately, leave feedback, and open it daily for the full 14 days!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

Please test my app

1 Upvotes

Instructions https://censorfordeling.dk/q-digital/testere/en/

I will test yours


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

Solo dev: Game is live, thanks to this Group and testers that helped !! 😀

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Just wanted to thank all the testers and people in this chat for their support 🙏 ❤️ my first game is live today!! I want to encourage you all to keep going, and it is possible ! This group helped alot with finding testers and I wanted to say thanks !! 😊


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 3h ago

Test for test

1 Upvotes

WritePath – Writing App (Need 12 testers for 14 days, will test yours back!)

Hi everyone! 👋

I'm a solo developer looking for 12 testers to help me meet Google Play's 14-day closed testing requirement for my app, WritePath.

It’s an Android app designed for writing practice and learning. Since it requires a login, feel free to use any random username and password you like—just make sure both fields are filled in to proceed past the login screen!

How to Join (2 Quick Steps):

  1. Join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/write-path-tester
  2. Opt-in & Install:

Please keep the app installed and open it occasionally for the full 14 days.

I'll Test Yours Back!

If you need testers too, just drop a comment below along with your Google Group and app links. I will gladly opt-in, install your app, and keep it on my device for the full 14 days as well!

Thank you so much for helping each other ship!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 3h ago

[Testers needed] BrightWise, an edge brightness slider that learns how you like each app (closed test, need 7 more)

1 Upvotes

Hi! I'm building BrightWise, a thin slider on the edge of your screen that lets you change brightness with one swipe, without pulling down the notification shade. It learns the brightness you like in each app and sets it for you. It also has a guard that stops you from accidentally going fully dark.

I need a few more testers for Google Play's 14-day closed test. Here's how to join:

  1. Comment your Gmail address (or DM me).
  2. I'll add you, then open https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.daybreaklabs.brightwise with that same Gmail and tap Become a tester.
  3. Install it from Google Play and keep it installed for 14 days.

It's free, works in English and Spanish, and I'm happy to test your app in return. Thanks! 🙏


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 7h ago

[Closed testing] Need testers please!

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2 Upvotes

My App is: IPTV https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.nksoft.iptv

Please join the group https://groups.google.com/u/3/g/iptv-nksoft26 to get access.

It is a free IPTV player.

You can add any M3U link (Google iptv-org github then copy the 1st playlist in the page that says "main playlist containing all channels", had to remove link since it's not allowed in this subreddit it seems) and watch thousands of channels.

(I can't bundle any stream URLs in the app because it's not allowed in Google Play.)

I will repay you with testing your app and I promise to keep it on my phone for at least 30days.

Thank you!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 4h ago

Scraplings (roguelite) – one-tap join link, testing back everyone

1 Upvotes

Hi! Solo dev, first Android game, on day 1 of the 14-day closed test. I'll test your app back for the full 14 days: drop your link below and I'll join the same day.

Scraplings: a tiny maintenance bot salvages a factory that never got the shutdown order. One-thumb controls, short runs (5-15 min), melee and ranged weapons, three zones with bosses. Free, no pay-to-win, works offline.

Join in one tap (no Google Group, no email). On your Android phone, tap ONE link, hit Redeem, install, and reply with its number so nobody tries it twice:

  1. https://play.google.com/redeem?code=9B53B0XZSN8GCH5KK8U2W8D
  2. https://play.google.com/redeem?code=XGUD82YKDJYJVQEKC7Z9PBR
  3. https://play.google.com/redeem?code=WGC5KV3C4RTMYS86LR1D9BR
  4. https://play.google.com/redeem?code=R7KKD9CYP70BCF4H9M2RREL
  5. https://play.google.com/redeem?code=LL04CSZJ2DRUGEXGCJ41FPR
  6. https://play.google.com/redeem?code=SBPLQ9KP26A4HYL47T8HNTJ
  7. https://play.google.com/redeem?code=P8YPEN72WPJ1E5X1TUDV05D
  8. https://play.google.com/redeem?code=PWFNDE08A86LADMHSHDGPKL

All taken? Comment and I'll DM you one. Link didn't open the Play Store? Copy the code after "code=" into Play Store › profile picture › Payments & subscriptions › Redeem code.

Feedback (2 min, optional): https://forms.gle/6qA59yysSGPdHSj98

Please keep it installed for 14 days and open it now and then. A new build lands every few days. Thanks!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 8h ago

I built an app that plans walking loops to hit your step goal.

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2 Upvotes

https://steplooper.fit/en

Step 1 – Join the tester group (same Google account as your Play Store):

https://groups.google.com/g/steplooper

Step 2 – Download:

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.step.loop

Feedback in the comments or to [support@steplooper.fit](mailto:support@steplooper.fit)

Every tester genuinely moves this closer to launch. Thank you.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

AppPeek

1 Upvotes

After some months developing and testing, today I got the approval from Google. Thank you everyone who help me in the closed testing and I really hope you like the app

https://apppeek.app/


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

MapleBook, a Canadian budgeting app. I’ll test yours back

1 Upvotes

Hey all, I need testers for my closed test and I'm happy to return the favour.

App: MapleBook, a budgeting app built for Canadians (Canadian tax rules, paycheque breakdown, bank statement import, household sharing, EN/FR). No ads.

What I need: stay opted in for 14 days and open it a few times. Feedback is welcome but not required.

What you get: I'll install and test your app for the full 14 days too. The premium features are unlocked free for testers.

Comment with your app link and DM me the Gmail you use on Google Play, and I'll add you. Once you've added me, send me your opt-in link.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

[Test for test] Free exam-prep app, need 3 more testers for 14 days

1 Upvotes

Niche app: study prep for the Minnesota journeyman sprinkler fitter exam. It's free and Android only. I'm at 9 of 12 testers. Join the group, opt in, install from the Play Store and keep it for 14 days:

  1. Join https://groups.google.com/g/mn-journeyman-exam-testers/about with the Google account on your phone

  2. Opt in: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.mnfireexamprep.app

  3. Install it from the Play Store

  4. Keep it installed for 14 days

Drop your opt-in link and I'll test yours back.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

Small test-for-test group for Android developers (12 testers for 14 days)

1 Upvotes

I've started a small, free Facebook group for Android developers who need 12 testers for 14 days for Google Play closed testing. The idea is simple: test a couple of other members' apps and they test yours back. Real people on real phones, no paid testers.

Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/androidapptesters

Everything is explained in the pinned post. Happy to answer any questions here.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

2 casual games need testers for 14 days, I'll test yours back

1 Upvotes

Hi! Solo dev here (Brujo Games). I have two casual games in closed testing:

- Montonera: crowd runner. Grow your crowd through gates and smash giant bosses.
- Brujitos: pixel art color puzzle. Tap the little wizards to break the picture.

How to join (1 minute):
1. Join the group: https://groups.google.com/g/brujo-games-testers
2. Opt in (activation links):
Montonera: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.brujogames.montonera
Brujitos: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.brujogames.brujitos
3. Install from the Play Store:
Montonera: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brujogames.montonera
Brujitos: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brujogames.brujitos
4. Keep them for 14 days. Opening them once a day helps a lot 🙏

Comment your app's links and I'll join, install it and keep it for 14 days. Reply "done" when you're in so I can check. Thanks!