How to become Apple Developer to create and publish PassKit from website?

Generated on 8/4/2024

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To become an Apple Developer and create and publish PassKit from a website, you can follow these steps:

  1. Join the Apple Developer Program:

    • Visit the Apple Developer Program website and enroll. This will give you access to the necessary tools, resources, and support to develop and distribute apps on Apple platforms.
  2. Create a PassKit:

    • You need to create a PassKit bundle, which includes a pass.json file and various assets like icons and logos. The pass.json file contains the bulk of the pass content.
    • For more detailed information on creating a PassKit, you can refer to the session What’s new in Wallet and Apple Pay (10:15).
  3. Request Entitlements:

    • You need to request the necessary entitlements to use PassKit. This can be done through the Apple Developer website.
  4. Use the Developer Resources:

    • Utilize the resources available on the Apple Developer website. For example, you can create tokens for MapKit JS, which can be useful if you are integrating maps into your PassKit-enabled app or website. Refer to the session Unlock the power of places with MapKit (02:41).
  5. Publish and Manage Your PassKit:

    • Once your PassKit is created and you have the necessary entitlements, you can publish it on your website. Ensure that you include all required pass bundle content and consider including newly introduced assets for better compatibility across different OS versions.
  6. Get Support and Feedback:

    • If you need help or have questions, you can visit the Apple Developer forums or use the feedback assistant. This is highlighted in the session Meet FinanceKit (23:03).

By following these steps, you can become an Apple Developer and create and publish PassKit from your website. For more detailed guidance, refer to the specific sessions mentioned above.

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