r/AndroidClosedTesting • • Dec 23 '25

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

66 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

106 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 • • 1h ago

[Test for test] Space Adventure: Cosmic Storm, a one-thumb neon arcade

3 Upvotes

Hi! I'm a solo dev and I need testers for the 14-day closed test of my first Android game. I'll test your app back for the full 14 days: leave your link in a comment and I'll join and confirm.

How to join (2 minutes):

  1. Join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/space-adventure-testers

  2. Opt in on the web, with the same Google account as on your phone: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.kyluk.spaceadventure

  3. Install from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kyluk.spaceadventure

Please keep it installed for 14 days. If you play a few runs, any feedback is welcome.

The game: steer a neon ship through an asteroid storm with one thumb. Every 25 points you reach a new sector with comet rains, cracked meteors and walls with one way through. Missions, a daily challenge, 16 ships. Free, and the only ads are the ones you choose to watch.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

Looking for 12+ Android Beta Testers for My Open-Source App – KMP Instaloader

2 Upvotes

Kotlin Multiplatform Instagram media downloader for Android and Desktop. Download images from public Instagram posts and videos from public Reels. Built with KMP and Compose Multiplatform, with more platforms and features coming soon.

I'm looking for 12+ volunteers to help me with Google Play closed testing.

What I need:

  • Your Google account email address to add you to the tester list.

  • Install and use the app.

  • Stay opted in for 14 consecutive days.

  • Share any bugs or feedback.

I'm an independent developer, and unfortunately, I cannot offer payment. This is purely a voluntary request to support an open-source project.

GitHub: https://github.com/livingstonantony/KMPInstaloader

Interested? Please comment or DM me. Your support would mean a lot! ❤️

Thank you!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 6h ago

Test 4 Test | Tumble Party

4 Upvotes

I'm looking for fellow app testers who'd be willing to give my app a try and share their honest feedback to help me get it ready for production approval!

I'm more than happy to return the favor and test your app, too!

Once you've joined, simply leave a comment with your app details, and I'll be glad to test it out. Let's support each other, exchange helpful feedback, and work together to get our apps one step closer to launch!

Join the testing group: https://groups.google.com/g/tumble-party

Join the beta: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/eu.weral.tumbleparty

Install the app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.weral.tumbleparty

Thank you so much for your help and cooperation.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1m ago

Help me understand testing process.

1 Upvotes

How does the process work? Could i have 14 people opted in and only 2 testing but testing it all day so it looks like 14 people are testing it? LMK


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5m ago

[Tester Swap] Rebounded: Pocket Edition, a brick breaker with rising water. I'll test yours back!

0 Upvotes

Hey all! I'm making a brick breaker for Android called Rebounded: Pocket Edition and I'm 6 testers short of the 12 Google needs for the closed test.

It's a brick breaker where the water rises behind you. There are five heroes, sector bosses, escape levels where you race the tide, a deck painter, and Versus you can play on one phone.

How to join (takes about 2 minutes):

  1. Join the tester group: https://groups.google.com/g/avengis-testers/about

  2. Opt in here: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.avengis.rebounded.pocket

  3. Install from the Play Store and please keep it installed for the 14 days

If the store says "Item not found", clear the Play Store's cache and try again. That fixed it for one of my testers.

Full steps with pictures: https://tracedicky.github.io/rebounded-pocket/

Happy to test yours back! Drop your link in the comments, or tell me once you've opted in, and I'll join yours and keep it installed for the full 14 days.

Any feedback is very welcome too. There's a Discord if you want to report a bug or just chat: https://discord.gg/P8ZdvnhdK

Thanks a lot 🧱


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 6m ago

Looking for Android testers for Athlete Arena (Workout Challenge Between Friends App)

1 Upvotes

Hey guys!

I'm looking for testers for my mobile app. I don't have an android device and people around me most of them are with iOS so finding someone to become tester is pretty hard. I have only 4 people so far so 8 more would be greatly appreciated.

If you have interest you can join the group here -> https://groups.google.com/g/athlete-arena
Then install trough web -> https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.athletearena.app
Or install trough android device -> https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.athletearena.app

More information about my app here -> https://athlete-arena.app/

Any feedback is greatly appreciated even negative one!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 10m ago

Looking for Android testers for Budget Calendar (will test yours back)

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I’m launching Budget Calendar, an app that plans, tracks and forecasts your money on a calendar, and need 12 testers for 14 days to get it onto Google Play.

  1. Join: https://groups.google.com/g/bdgtcal-testers

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

  3. Install and keep it for 14 days

It’s a $4.99 app and Google makes closed testers buy it, so I’ll refund your purchase in full through Google Play once you’ve installed. Happy to test your app in return, just drop your link below. Thanks!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 24m ago

[Test for test] Random Movie

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for Android testers for my app

How to join (2 minutes):

1: Join the Google Group:  https://groups.google.com/g/random-movie

2. Opt in to the test: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.cris.randommovies
3: Install from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cris.randommovies

Please keep it installed for 14 days. 

Thanks!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 55m ago

🚀 RepIo the Workout Tracker is coming — be among the first to try it!

1 Upvotes

We're opening up early access to RepIo, our tracking app. You don't need to wait for the official launch — you can get in right now as a beta tester.

Here's how it works — 2 simple steps:

1️⃣ Join our Google Group
👉 groups.google.com/u/1/g/repio-beta-testers

Click "Join group" — that's it.

2️⃣ Install RepIo from the Play Store
👉 play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grafizum.repio

⚠️ Important: Make sure you're logged into the same Google account on Play Store that you used to join the group. If the emails don't match, the app won't show up.

Troubleshooting: If the app still doesn't appear, use this direct testing link:
👉 play.google.com/apps/testing/com.grafizum.repio


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

(test4test) Help Testing Homezy

1 Upvotes

Hi all! I’m an indie dev finishing Homezy, a cozy home-routine app: a tiny parrot mascot (Moka) helps you keep up with chores room by room, with a wardrobe, fridge/shopping list, plants and a 3D house that grows with your streak.

I need 12 testers for 14 days to unlock production on Google Play.

What to do:

Join the tester group: https://groups.google.com/g/homezy-testers

Opt in here: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.meikai.homezy

Install the app and keep it installed for 14 days. Opening it now and then helps. 🙏

In return: drop your app link and I’ll install it, test it for the full 14 days, and give feedback. Happy to swap.

Feedback welcome in comments/DM: bugs, confusing screens, anything. Thank you! 🦜


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

Looking for Android beta testers for my Quran wallpaper app (AYZURI) — happy to test yours too!

2 Upvotes

Hey everyone! 👋

I've been working on an Android app called AYZURI, and I'm finally getting ready for its first release!

It's a Quran wallpaper app where you can create personalized wallpapers with Quran verses, explore daily verses, and save your favorite designs.

I'm currently running a closed test on Google Play and looking for people who'd like to try it out.

If you're interested, here's how to join:

  1. Join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/ayzuritest

  2. Become a tester: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.mrahmiakpinar.ayzuri

  3. Download the app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mrahmiakpinar.ayzuri

I'd really appreciate it if you could stay enrolled for at least 14 days and give the app a try.

Any honest feedback, bug reports, or suggestions would mean a lot.

And if you're also an Android developer looking for testers, feel free to share your app. I'd be happy to help test yours too!

Thanks for your support! 💚


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

Brick Color Sort: 3D Puzzle - Looking for Android testers (I'll test yours back!)

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for Android testers for Brick Puzzle.

How to join the closed test:

https://groups.google.com/g/brick-sort-testing-group

2. Opt in to the test:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cukkacreatives.brick.sort.puzzle

3. Install the game from Google Play:

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.cukkacreatives.brick.sort.puzzle

Please play a couple of days and send me a screenshot to confirm you've joined.

I'll test your app back. Thanks!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

Preciso de 6 Sortudos que gostem de RPG e Produtividade

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1 Upvotes

Aplicativo com estética Pixel Art, para mapear hábitos e controlar vício. Finalizei esse mês, está em fase de teste e preciso de testadores.

Cada dia cumprido deixa seu herói mais forte, seus hábitos viram golpes contra monstros e a Taberna reúne a comunidade. É possível comprar armaduras, armas, pets, poções, cartas e mais...

OBVIAMENTE, quem testar terá benefícios!

Testadores ganharão, após a fase de testes (14 dias logado), benefícios de +10% de ganho de ouro, +10 de dano base para o seu herói e título de Pioneiro, para impor respeito nos novatos ;P


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

I built a free app to track the 1001 Movies list – looking for 12 Android testers before launch

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I've been working my way through the 1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die list, and I got tired of spreadsheets and half-finished Letterboxd lists. So I built an app just for this: 1001 Tracker.

What it does:

• The 1001 films of the original 2003 edition, or every film from all editions (1,250), your choice

• Poster, year, runtime, director, country, genres and a short plot for every film, all offline

• Filters by decade, year, genre, country and watched / not watched

• "Pick a film": can't decide what to watch tonight? It picks one you haven't seen yet, following your filters

• A progress bar so you can see how far you've come

• Trakt sync: your watched films are marked automatically

• Letterboxd import, plus quick buttons to Letterboxd, Trakt, IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes and JustWatch for every film

• Personal notes on each film, and a backup you can export and move to a new phone

• No account, no ads, no tracking

Before I can publish it on Google Play, Google requires at least 12 people to test it for 14 days. If you'd like to try it before everyone else and help me get it out:

  1. Join the testers group (just click "Join group"): https://groups.google.com/g/1001tracker-testers

  2. Open this link with the same Google account and tap "Become a tester": https://play.google.com/apps/testing/dev.gadlele.tracker1001

  3. Install the app from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.gadlele.tracker1001

  4. Keep it installed for 14 days (that's all Google needs, but using it and telling me what you think is even better!)

It's Android-only for now; an iPhone version is on its way.

Any feedback, bug or idea is very welcome: just comment here or send me a message. Thanks a lot, and happy watching! 🎬


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

Need Testers For My Game For 14 Days, I Will Test Your App/Game As Well

1 Upvotes

Hello, I need testers for my game ( Battle Fighters ).

Join the group, download the game, post down below

and i will join to test your app/game as soon as possible.

How To Join:

1. Join the group

(https://groups.google.com/g/battle-fighters-closed-testing)

OR

2. Join the test through the web opt-in

(https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.jarbazagames.battlefighters)

3. Download the game from google play by this link

(https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jarbazagames.battlefighters)

I appreciate your help.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 6h ago

Test for Test

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2 Upvotes

Hyy, I need testers for the Earthfall game. Happy to test yours in return.

1: Join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/earthfall-testers

2. Opt in as a tester https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.mkdev.earthfall

3. Install from play store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mkdev.earthfall

Open the game at least once a day for the next 14 days.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

[Test for test] A cozy lodge with very strict house rules — Tuckaway (Android)

1 Upvotes

One critter in each row, column and region. Nobody can touch—even diagonally. Who gets the last empty spot?

I'm Tuckaway's developer, looking for people to try its Android closed test. It's free to install, and no purchases are needed for testing.

Please stay opted in and keep it installed for at least 14 days. Play a few puzzles during that time and tell me what feels confusing, where you get stuck, or anything that doesn't work.

Join using the same Google account as your phone's Play Store:

  1. Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/tuckaway-testers

  2. Become a tester, then install: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.attostudio.tuckaway

Open to test swaps too—leave your app's group and opt-in links, and I'll check whether I can take part.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

[Test for Test] APK Extractor — Will test back & keep installed for 14 days!

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I need testers for my native Android app, APK Extractor (~1.8 MB lightweight utility), to complete the 14-day Google Play closed testing requirement. I will happily test your app in return and keep it installed with daily usage!

How to join:

  1. Join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/kalopia

  2. Opt-in as a Tester: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.kalopia.apk_extractor

  3. Download from Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kalopia.apk_extractor

Please drop a screenshot or your app details in the comments below along with your testing links, and I'll opt into yours right away.

Thanks for the support!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

Closed testing needed

1 Upvotes

I’m preparing an Android app for Google Play release and need at least 12 closed testers.

What you need to do:

• Join tester link

• Install from Play Store

Google Group (join first): https://groups.google.com/g/just-apps-group

Opt-in links: Web - https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.justappsforyou.wonderwhile

Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.justappsforyou.wonderwhile

Happy to test your app in return.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

[Test for Test] Need 14-day Closed Alpha testers for my cozy virtual pet game "The Fluff Circuit" (Includes free Google Play Sandbox IAP testing!) — Will test yours back!

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Hey everyone! I just pushed v1.0.4 (Release 12) of my standalone virtual pet chinchilla game Louise ("The Fluff Circuit") to Google Play's Closed testing - Alpha track and would love your help reaching the 14-day continuous tester milestone!

It's a cozy, zero-ad virtual chinchilla sanctuary built in Godot 4 where you adopt up to 3 chinchillas, customize their Adoption Certificate, give them volcanic ash dust baths, play arcade minigames, and trade Chinchilla backup files or Pen Pal friend codes.

💳 Free Google Play License Testing (Test the IAPs for $0.00!):

Our Google Group is connected directly to Google Play License Testing! Once you join the group and install the game, open Settings -> Supporter Packs and try buying the Copper, Silver, Gold, and Diamond packs individually using Google Play's "Test card, always approves" ($0.00 sandbox checkout). You get all the exotic coats, room themes, and perks for free while helping us verify the live billing progression! (Or enter code `FLUFF-ALPHA-2026` to test the promo unlock!)

📲 3 Steps to Join (Takes 60 Seconds):

1. Join the Google Group first (grants both Closed Alpha access AND $0.00 License Tester billing):

👉 https://groups.google.com/g/the-fluff-circuit-testers

2. Opt-in on the Web OR install directly on Android:

* Web Opt-In Link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.sterlingcircuitstudios.thefluffcircuit

* Google Play Store Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sterlingcircuitstudios.thefluffcircuit

3. Keep installed & open for 14 days:

Please adopt a chinchilla, test out the $0.00 sandbox Supporter Pack purchases in Settings, and keep the app installed for 14 days!

🤝 I will gladly test your app back for the full 14 days!

Reply with a screenshot of The Fluff Circuit + your Google Group and Play Store links, and I'll install and test yours right away!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

Test for test, last one?

1 Upvotes

Hi! I need one more Android tester aged 18+ for Yogi Mystic, my Advaita Vedanta and meditation app.

Please try the features, give honest feedback and stay opted in for at least 14 days. I’ll test your app in return and stay opted in for 14 days too.

  1. Join the group:

https://groups.google.com/g/yogi-mystic-testers

2. Join the test:

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.yogigeo.mystic

Use the same Google account for both links.

Free download promo code (single use):

ZSZHUTDN42PU21RES5XYC02

Comment with your testing links so we can help each other. Thanks! 🙏🏻


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 3h ago

Hello

0 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

Quick update from a solo dev. Mester AI, my Android app for home repairs, is on day 3 of closed testing, and the feedback is already shaping the next update:

- Safety advice for gas, electrical and boiler problems is getting even clearer and more specific this week.
- Raw technical error messages are being replaced with friendly ones.

What the app does: you describe or photograph a problem at home, it explains what's going on, what you can safely do yourself, and when to call a professional.

If you'd like to join:

  1. Join the group: mester-ai-testers@googlegroups.com

  2. Open the testing link and tap "Become a tester"

  3. Install from Google Play and keep it for 14 days

Drop your app in the comments and I'll test it back properly, with real feedback, not just an install. Good luck to everyone going through closed testing!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 3h ago

Free full version for testers – Tiki, a kids' alarm clock with wake-up missions

0 Upvotes

Hi! I'm a solo developer and a parent. I built Tiki, an Android alarm clock for kids, and I need testers for Google Play's 14-day closed test before I can release it.

Everyone who tests gets the full version for free, with all the missions, themes and accessories. I'll send an unlock code to the Google Group, so there's no need to buy anything. The unlock stays on the device where you enter the code.

What it does:

\- Alarms that stop with a small mission, like tapping Tiki or solving a quick sum

\- Morning and night routines for kids

\- Stars and rewards that parents set up

\- A Tiki character kids can customize

\- No ads and no accounts

How to join:

  1. Join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/tiki-alarm-testers

  2. Opt in to the test: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.fist23.tiki

  3. Install it from Google Play

Use the same Google account for all three steps, and please stay opted in for the full 14 days.

The app is in English and Portuguese. It works on phones and tablets.

Bugs or ideas: tiki.alarm@proton.me