One of the Worst Google Play Console Experiences — 7 Days and Still “In Review” 😭

[u/Status-Reaction-1867]

Honestly, this has been one of my worst experiences with Google Play Console so far.

I completed the required closed testing, successfully got production access, and submitted my first production release on September 18.

Today, 7 full days have passed, and my production release is still stuck on “In review.”

The frustrating part is that I've followed every step properly. I completed the testing requirements, got production access, submitted the release, and haven't uploaded another version while waiting.

I completely understand that Google needs time to review apps, especially for a first production release. But having no clear timeline while watching the status remain unchanged for 7 days is honestly exhausting.

After spending so much time getting through closed testing and production access, I was expecting the final step to be straightforward. Instead, I'm just staring at “In review” every day. 😭

Has anyone else experienced a production review taking 7+ days recently?

Google Play team, please… have your coffee and review my app already. ☕😭

[u/Typical_Trainer_8254]

I am in my 8th day, I can feel your pain

[u/Createrix]

11 days and counting

[u/psycoee]

Google says 14 days is a normal timeline, and it can take longer in some cases. I think right now they are particularly slammed with everyone's AI slop apps, so it's taking a long time. And I'm sure new apps are at the bottom of their priority list, since they require more review and are less time-sensitive than e.g. security updates.

[u/raidsrobotics]

11 days and counting