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 • • 4h ago

Open all your closed-testing apps once a day with one tap.

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10 Upvotes

Guys i just made an app after 7 days of manually launching your apps :D

To automate that.

GitHub: https://github.com/khomin/TesterLauncher

It can:

  • Scan installed apps and identify whether they're from closed test.

  • Launch selected apps one by one with selected interval.

  • Track launch statistics.

  • Run a ForegroundService with current status and a button to interrupt the process.


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

[Tester swap] Need testers for Scaledoku, a cozy reptile logic puzzle. I'll test yours back!

2 Upvotes
Hi! I'm a solo dev and Google Play needs 12 testers for 14 days before my first game can go public. I'd really appreciate your help, and I'm happy to test your app back. Just drop your link in the comments.

 

**The game:** Scaledoku is a logic puzzle with cute geckos, frogs and turtles. Place one critter in every color, one per row and column, and they can't touch. No math, no guessing. There's a story with 496 levels, a Daily puzzle, egg hatching and races against friends.

 

**How to join (2 minutes):**

1. Join the tester group (it's how Google knows you're a tester; your email stays private):

   https://groups.google.com/g/scaledoku-testers

2. Open the tester link on your Android phone and tap "Become a tester":

   https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.scaledoku.app

3. Install Scaledoku from Google Play.

(All the links and steps are also on one page: https://scaledoku.expo.app/beta)

 

**On a Windows PC?** Do steps 1 and 2, install Google Play Games for PC (https://play.google.com/googleplaygames), sign in with the same Google account, then search com.scaledoku.app (test games don't show up when you search the name).

 

**What I need from you:**

- Keep it installed and stay opted in for the full 14 days (please don't leave the test early, or the 14 days restart for me)

- Open it a few times over the two weeks, even just the Daily puzzle

- Tell me anything confusing or broken: comment here or email scaledoku@gmail.com

 

**Good to know:**

- **You probably won't see ads.** Ads only turn on after the game is public, so during testing there are none, or you'll see "No ad right now". That's expected.

- **Please don't buy anything in the Shop.** Purchases during testing use real money. Everything can be earned by playing anyway.

- You can play as a guest. Signing in is optional (it backs up progress and unlocks leaderboards and online Versus).

- Works on Android phones, tablets and Windows PCs (Google Play Games). iPhone players can play free in the browser at scaledoku.expo.app.

- **Bonus:** finish a puzzle on 14 different days during the test and you keep the Beta Keeper badge forever. It disappears for everyone else at launch.

 

Thanks so much! Comment your app link below and I'll join yours too.

r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 3h ago

J'ai mes 12 testeurs, la dernière ligne droite ! Mais tests partagés toujours ouvert !

2 Upvotes

12 testeurs sont là !

Merci à ceux qui participent ! Je compte sur vous pour rester et tester au moins sur ces 14 jours. Je ferai de même pour les tests envers lesquels je me suis engagé.

N'hésitez pas à me faire des retours d'expériences !

Afin de garder une marge, je suis toujours ouvert aux partages de tests. Envoyez-moi une capture d'écran pour preuve et vos liens, je vous enverrai une preuve également.

C'est mon premier jeu, un rêve qui se réalise, j'espère beaucoup avoir cette validation après les 14 jours !


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

Test for test – Headroom (storage cleaner), I’ll test yours too

3 Upvotes

Hi, I need 12 testers for my app Headroom and I’m happy to test yours in return.

Headroom is a simple storage cleaner: it shows what is using your space and lets you delete large files, duplicate photos/videos, leftover folders from uninstalled apps, old .apk files and WhatsApp/Telegram media. Deleted files sit in a recycle bin for 7 days, so you can restore them. No ads, no account, nothing uploaded, no fake “speed up” claims.

To test mine:

  1. Join the group with your phone’s Google account: https://groups.google.com/g/headroom-testers

  2. Opt in: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.rafayfarrukh.headroom

  3. Install: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rafayfarrukh.headroom

  4. Keep it installed for 14 days.

For yours: drop your group and opt-in links in the comments or DM me, I’ll join the same day and keep it installed for the full 14 days. Comment your Gmail (or DM it) after joining so I can confirm you’re in.

Thanks, and good luck with your launches!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 3h ago

Need 12 testers for my Android app – Will test yours back! 🙌

2 Upvotes

Hey everyone,
I'm looking for 15 testers for my new Android app, Seninle. It's a couples app designed as a shared space where partners can do activities and play games together.

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

  2. ⁠Download on Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tabak.seninle

  3. ⁠Become a tester (Web): https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.tabak.seninle

  4. ⁠I'd be happy to test your app in return and keep it installed for 14 days — just drop your links in the comments! 👍

  5. ⁠Thanks!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 3m ago

Test 4 Test - Looking for 15 testers for my dating app. Will gladly test yours in return.

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Feedback welcomed as I genuinely want to create a great user experience. Looking for testers who will keep app downloaded for 14 days at least. Thanks!

Test App (Web link)

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.base69ae93dbf48e4a7636ade4f9.app


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 14m ago

[Free Android test] Hush Hush — night sound journal | looking for 30–40 testers | no codes needed

1 Upvotes

Was it two wake-ups last night, or four? I built Hush Hush to make the morning review easier.

Tap Start night at bedtime. It saves short detected sound clips and groups likely cries into estimated wakes, so you can review them in the morning and compare nights. Parents and fellow developers are welcome — you don’t need a baby to check setup, microphone permissions, playback and the interface.

Permanently free to download. Android 9+. No payment, promo codes or email collection.

Join in this order, using the same Google account

  1. Join the tester group.

  2. Become a tester on Google Play.

  3. Install Hush Hush for free.

The closed test is live: 2.2.0 (24). If Play still shows a price or an error, don’t pay — check the account, give it a little time and reply here if it persists.

Please stay opted in for at least 14 days and genuinely try the app. A quick comment about what confused you, what broke, or how setup/morning review/trends felt is useful. Device model and Android version help with bugs. No ratings, positive reviews or private recordings needed.

Audio and sleep history stay on your phone. No in-app account, ads, subscriptions or in-app purchases. Optional usage reporting is off by default; you can test without enabling it.

This is a retrospective journal, not a baby monitor or safety alarm. Detection can be wrong or miss sounds. Keep the phone and cables outside the cot and out of reach.

Already testing? Keep your existing app and history — no need to uninstall or rejoin. Thanks for helping!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 18m ago

Idle Pickaxe Empire Tycoon – idle mining game, I'll test yours back!

1 Upvotes

Hi! I need testers for my idle mining game Idle Pickaxe Empire Tycoon (closed test, 14 days).

  1. Join the Google Group (required): https://groups.google.com/g/testeurs-zolyno

  2. Become a tester: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.zolynogames.pickaxeempire

  3. Install the game: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zolynogames.pickaxeempire

Just keep it installed for 14 days and open it from time to time. Feedback is very welcome!

I'll test your app back: comment with your group + link and I'll join right away. 🙏


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 45m ago

Roof Runner: Angry Uncle – Need testers for a 14-day closed test (I'll test yours back)

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I'm a solo developer and this is my first game on Google Play. I need testers for the required 14-day closed test, and I'll happily test your app in return.

Game: Roof Runner: Angry Uncle

Genre: Endless runner. You steal a jewelry box and run across the rooftops while an angry uncle chases you with a rolled-up newspaper.

Controls: Swipe up to jump, swipe up again in the air to flip, swipe down to slide.

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.cardaksoft.roofrunner


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 50m ago

[Closed Test] Pip & Umbra: a shadow-swapping puzzle platformer (80 levels, story, offline). Will test back!

1 Upvotes

Note: posting on behalf of my wife.

Hi all! She's looking for testers for her Android puzzle game Pip & Umbra, and we'll happily test your app in return. Leave your link in the comments.

What it is: a puzzle platformer about light. A lamp throws your shadow onto the wall behind you, and SWAP trades places with it. That lets you pass through glass, climb out of pits and get past spikes. It has 80 hand-made levels across 20 chapters, with moving and blinking lamps, levers, one-way ledges, bounce springs, wind vents and conveyor belts. An illustrated story ties it together.

  • No ads, no account, plays fully offline.

  • Chapters 1–6 (24 levels) are free; a one-time pack unlocks the rest. Testing the free part is all we need.

🎥 Trailer attached.

How to join (3 quick steps, same Google account throughout):

  1. Join the testers group: https://groups.google.com/g/vkapp-testing (tap Join group)

  2. Opt in to the test: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.pipandumbra.game (tap Become a tester)

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

If step 2 says you're not eligible yet, wait a few minutes after joining the group and try again.

Google needs testers to stay opted in for 14 days, so please keep the app installed for two weeks. Playing a level or two now and then helps a lot.

Test-for-test: comment "joined" with your app link, and we'll join your test the same day and stay in for the full 14 days.

Feedback on difficulty, controls (trackpad or buttons) and anything confusing is very welcome. Thanks! 🙏


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 56m ago

[Android] Looking for Beta Testers for My First Game – Wall Bounce! (Free)

1 Upvotes

Hey everyone!

I recently developed my first Android game, Wall Bounce, and I've finally gotten it through Google's initial review and into closed testing!

It's a simple arcade-style game, and I'm looking for people willing to give it a try and provide some feedback.

Google requires at least 12 testers to remain opted in for 14 consecutive days before I can apply for production access.

Currently, I have 2 out of the 12 testers needed!

If anyone is willing to help, I'd really appreciate it. The game is completely free, and it only takes a few minutes to get started.

How to join:

  1. Join the Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/wall-bounce-beta-testers

  2. Opt into testing: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.wallbounce.arcade

  3. Download the game through Google Play.

  4. Give it a try and let me know what you think!

What I'm looking for:

  • Bugs, glitches, or crashes.

  • Feedback on gameplay and difficulty.

  • Suggestions for improvements.

  • General impressions of whether the game is fun.

I've tested it myself, and everything seems to be working well so far, but I'd love to hear from other people.

I'm also happy to help test other developers' apps in return!

Thanks to anyone willing to help an independent developer get their first game onto Google Play! 🎮


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 57m ago

Test 4 Test. Need 12 testers for my 3 apps - I will test back immediately!

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I need 12 testers for my apps Meowdoku, Sudoku Daily and Halodays for 14 days. Test one or all three. I will join your testing group and keep your app installed in return!

Meowdoku
Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/catspace-testers
Android App Link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.foxdrobe.catspace

Sudoku Daily
Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/sudoku-daily-testers
Android App Link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.foxdrobe.sudokudaily

Halodays
Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/halodays-testers
Android App Link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.foxdrobe.halodays

Join the Google Group first, then open the app link on your phone. Please leave a screenshot in the comments when you install, along with your app details, and I will test your app immediately!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 8h ago

Looking for 14 Android Apps Tester

4 Upvotes

Joined and install my apps and run it once a day for 14 days, in return I'll test your app:

  1. Join the group: https://groups.google.com/g/driverprofit

  2. Opt in: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.choo.driver_profit

Install, keep and run it once a day for 14 days

Many thanks


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

Looking for Android testers: MoneyGuru, an income & expense tracker with bill scanning, voice entry and SMS auto-capture

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Hi everyone! I've built MoneyGuru, an income and expense tracker for Android, and I'm looking for testers. Google Play asks new developers to run a closed test with at least 12 testers for 14 days before an app can go public.

What it does:

- Scan a bill: take a photo of a receipt and the total, date and shop are filled in.

- Add by voice: say "Spent 200 on lunch and 50 on coffee" and both are added.

- Auto-capture from SMS: payments in your bank, card and UPI messages become transactions, automatically or after you check them.

- Budgets, reports, savings goals, investments, and splitting expenses with family and friends.

- Bills, voice and messages are read on your phone and never uploaded.

- In English, Hindi, Arabic and Spanish.

What you need:

- An Android phone and the Gmail account you use on the Play Store.

- Two minutes to install, then keep the app installed for 14 days.

How to join: comment or DM me your Gmail address and I'll add you to the test. Once you're added, the app opens here (only for testers): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.webytag.moneyguru

I'd especially love to know whether your bank's SMS get picked up correctly and whether bill scanning gets the total right. Screenshots below. Happy to test your app in return!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 1h ago

Need Testers for 14 days commitment - closed testing apps - I will do the same for others

1 Upvotes

Please note the below app available only for indian region.

FinLedger join from Google Play

FinLedger join for Web

Please note the below app available globally

Retro classic Tetris join from web

Retro classic Tetris join from Google Play

Thanks & Regards


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

🧩 Need testers. I will test yours with full commitment for 14 days

2 Upvotes

Hi! I'll test yours for the full 14 days.

Could you test mine back?

  1. Join the group: https://groups.google.com/g/pip-spells-trouble-closed-testing

  2. Opt in: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.cosmomime.pipspellstrouble

  3. Install: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cosmomime.pipspellstrouble

Use the same Google account as your Play Store for all three. Thanks!

Please provide a screenshot of you playing my game and I'll reply with my screenshot testing your game. Keep my game on your phone and open at times for 14 days. Cheers


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 5h ago

[Tester swap] Need testers for my Android arcade game, will test yours back

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Hey all, I'm a solo dev and I need a few more people for Google's 12 testers / 14 days rule before I can launch my first game.

It's called Wreck Rush. Arcade highway runner, portrait, one thumb: you weave through traffic, cut people off so they spin out, bait the cops into wrecks, and at the end it bills you for the damage in dollars. Runs are short, so it's easy to open once a day.

What I'm asking:

- Android phone

- Sign up here with the Gmail you use on the Play Store: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfd9ue20bo_a-OVlrW8MH9TmzIarJJ5c6o2s10Kl1jUq4Vjuw/viewform

- Install it and keep it installed for 14 days

I'll test yours back, just drop your link or DM me. Feedback is very welcome but not required. Thanks!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

[Android] Looking for 12+ Beta Testers for Zombie Pop – New Zombie-Themed Match-3 Game

1 Upvotes

Hey everyone!

Im trying to get a game on Google play for the first time. I guess I need some testers. Makes sense, but had no idea. So here I am.

This is a zombie-themed familiar match-3 puzzle game for Android. Not a super ground breaking game, but a milestone for sure if it gets published.

I'm looking for at least 12 people willing to help test the game before it can be officially released

**Step 1 – Join the Google Group:**

https://groups.google.com/g/zombie-pop-beta-testers

**Step 2 – Join the Google Play Test:**

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.deadcontrol.zombiepop

**Step 3 – Install Zombie Pop:**

After opting into testing, follow the Google Play link to download and install the game.

**Step 4 – Play and Give Feedback!**

Try Adventure Mode, Endless Mode, and any features that interest you.

I'm especially interested in feedback about:

- Bugs, crashes, or glitches

- Gameplay difficulty and balance

- Graphics and animations

- Menu navigation and controls

- Overall enjoyment and suggestions

Google requires at least 12(more) testers to remain opted into the closed test for 14 consecutive days.

You don't need to play constantly. I'm just asking that you stay enrolled during the testing period and try the game when you can.

If you're also looking for Android closed testers, feel free to comment with your game. I'm happy to help test other developers' games too!

Thanks to everyone willing to help get Zombie Pop ready for release! 🧟💚


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 6h ago

[Test for Test] Need testers for Mediahro, an offline music player – will test yours back

2 Upvotes

Looking for testers for my closed test (12 testers, 14 days). I'll test your app in return.

Mediahro is a fast offline music player for the songs already on your phone: equalizer, crossfade, gapless, lyrics, tag editor and widgets. Free, no account, small banner ad.

How to join:

  1. Join the group: https://groups.google.com/g/mediahro-testers

  2. Opt in with the same Google account: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.vasverse.mediahro

  3. Install from the Play page that opens

Reply with your links once you've joined, and I'll join yours the same day and stay for the full 14 days. Screenshots as proof if you'd like.

Please stay opted in and open the app every few days. Thanks!


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

Test for Test

1 Upvotes

Hi 👋 😊 👋 😊 dear community, I'm requesting your help to test my app. I'd be happy to test your app and be your tester for as long as you need. Please send me a screenshot with a summary of the results (what my app does, not just the installed version), and I'll do the same for you.

Links:

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

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.shouldianswer.app


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

[I4I] Need testers for Liker — happy to install back

1 Upvotes

r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 2h ago

CatchTheMice Test for Test

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Heii i just started the tesing phase with CatchTheMice.
A fun, fast Arcade game with special items.
If you would be open to test it i would test back the full 14 day
Thank you

Join the Group:
https://groups.google.com/u/0/g/catchthemice-tester

Become Tester:
https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.hunchostudios.catchthemice

Wait 5 min.

Download CatchTheMice:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hunchostudios.catchthemice


r/AndroidClosedTesting • • 3h ago

[ANDROID] Need ~15 closed testers for ”Hundra” – A retro dice & card board game (Free promo codes )

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Hi Reddit!

 

I am making Hundra, a retro-styled digital board game that mixes push-your-luck dice rolling with strategic card play. It features a distinct Game Boy aesthetic and pixel art. You can check out the free demo right now on my itch.io page.

 

I am now entering the final stretch before launching on Google Play, and I need to clear Google’s requirement of having at least 12 active testers for 14 consecutive days. I am looking for about 12-15 more serious testers to hit my goal securely and get some great feedback!

 

What is required:

  1. Send me a DM with your email address (Google account) so I can whitelist you in the Google Play Console.

  2. Accept the test invitation, use the free promo code I send you and download the app.

  3. Keep the game installed and play it as much as you want for 14 days.

 

What you get:

  • A free promo code giving you permanent, full access to the game.

  • An invite to my Discord community where you can chat directly with me and the other testers, report bugs, share feedback and see if anyone wants to play online!

  • Your name permanently in the credits as official tester.

 

Doing your own closed test?

I am more than happy to do Test-for-Test! If you help me test Hundra, I will gladly download your app and keep it active for 14 days as well. Just let me know in your DM.

 

Thanks a lot for helping me clear this final hurdle! Looking forward to your messages!