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How to Fix ITMS-91053: Missing API Declaration in App Store Review

2024-09-12 15:02 | 2 minute read

Starting May 1, 2024, Apple began enforcing new App Store review requirements related to Privacy Manifests. As a result, many apps started receiving the following review warning or error during submission: ITMS-91053: Missing API declaration This issue often appears even when no recent code changes were made, which can be confusing at first. This article explains why this happens and how to fix it correctly. What ITMS-91053 Means The error indicates that your app references one or more Required Reason APIs, but does not include the required usage declaration in its privacy manifest.

Why Apple Rejected My App Under Guideline 5 (Legal) in China

2024-01-14 06:02 | 3 minute read

Apple rejected my app under App Store Review Guideline 5 – Legal, citing local regulatory requirements in mainland China related to generative AI and deep synthesis technologies. This rejection was not caused by a bug or implementation issue, but by regional legal compliance. What Apple Flagged During Review According to Apple’s review feedback, the app was associated with ChatGPT / OpenAI, which currently does not have the required permits to operate in China.

Why LingoBoard Was Rejected Under Apple’s Guideline 4.0

2024-01-02 10:00 | 2 minute read

Why the App Was Rejected (Guideline 4.0 – Design) Apple rejected the Mac version of LingoBoard under App Store Review Guideline 4.0 (Design), citing a user experience issue related to window behavior. According to the review feedback, when the user closes the main application window using the red close button in the upper-left corner, the app remains running in the background, but there is no clear way for the user to reopen the main window from the menu.