Launch Your App in China with Ease
Launch your app seamlessly in China with our expert distribution services. From localization to app publishing, we ensure your app reaches millions of users across multiple platforms.
Publish Your App Across All Major Chinese App Stores
We help you distribute your app across China’s leading app stores - whether iOS, Android, or HarmonyOS - covering over 99% of smartphone users efficiently and compliantly.
Apple App Store
Premium iOS apps, strict review policies, high trust and quality, targeting iPhone and iPad users in China.
Huawei AppGallery
Optimized for Huawei devices, exclusive Huawei promotions, fast-growing ecosystem, strong presence among HarmonyOS users.
Xiaomi GetApps
Personalized recommendations, deep HyperOS integration, large active user base, especially Xiaomi/Redmi device owners.
OPPO App Store
Curated apps for OPPO phones, focus on smooth updates and device compatibility, strong in mid-range Android segment.
Vivo App Store
Preloaded store on Vivo devices, popular local games, tailored to Vivo users’ content and services preferences.
Tencent MyApp
Tencent MyApp is one of China’s largest Android stores, offering popular games and apps tightly integrated with Tencent’s social networks like WeChat and QQ.
Lenovo Le Store
Lenovo Le Store focuses on productivity and utility apps, optimized for Lenovo devices and appealing to business and professional users.
Baidu Mobile Assistant
Baidu Mobile Assistant provides search-driven app discovery and trending recommendations, ideal for users exploring variety and local trends.
360 Mobile Assistant
360 Mobile Assistant emphasizes security with antivirus-checked apps, trusted downloads, and is popular among users prioritizing safe installations.
Why Distribute Your App in China?
China's mobile landscape is vast but complex - succeed by navigating app store fragmentation, complying with local rules, and reaching users through effective app publishing.
Immense Market Potential
China is home to the world's largest smartphone user base, with over 1 billion mobile users. This offers unparalleled access to a massive and growing audience, making it one of the most important markets for any app developer.
- Massive User Base: With 1 billion+ smartphone users, China's mobile market offers an unmatched potential for app developers. The large user base means that the opportunities for user engagement and revenue generation are vast.
- Rapid Growth: Smartphone penetration in China continues to grow, especially in smaller cities and rural areas, where more and more people are coming online for the first time. This represents a new wave of potential users that developers can tap into.
Fragmented Android Market
Since Google Play is blocked in China, developers cannot rely on global app stores to distribute their apps to Chinese users. Instead, they must turn to local distribution channels.
- Multiple App Stores: Google Play is unavailable in China, so developers need to rely on local app stores to distribute their apps. Platforms like Tencent Myapp, Huawei AppGallery, Vivo App Store, Oppo App Store,Xiaomi App Store, and others are critical for reaching Chinese users, making local distribution channels essential for app success in China.
- App Store Fragmentation: The lack of a single dominant store like Google Play means that apps must be adapted to a variety of stores with different submission processes, requirements, and localization needs. This fragmentation presents both a challenge and an opportunity, as developers can target specific segments of users across different platforms.
Materials Required for App Distribution
Before we can distribute your app across Chinese app stores, several key materials are required to ensure smooth publishing and compliance with local regulations.
- Company: Business license or registration certificate, and legal representative’s name.
- Individual: Government-issued ID (passport or national ID), and full name.
- Contact details (address, email address, and website)
- Developer account information (iOS, Android, or HarmonyOS, if applicable)
- App name
- App icon, screenshots, and promotional images
- App keywords, descriptions and release notes
- Package name / bundle ID / version information
- Privacy policy and terms of service
- ICP filing information(eligible domain name, category, SDK usages and identification details)
- Software copyright registration information(name, dates, user manual and recognition information)
- APK or IPA installation package
- Test account and credentials (if login required)
- Server/domain details for verification and compliance review
How to Distribute your app in China
A comprehensive walkthrough of the app distribution process in China, covering local compliance,store publishing/submission, multi-channel strategy, and performance optimization.
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App Evaluation & Contract Signing
Timeframe: 1-2 weeks
We begin by evaluating your app's compatibility with the Chinese Android ecosystem and ensuring it meets local standards. Once the evaluation is complete, we proceed with signing the contract to formalize our partnership and set clear terms for the project.
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Compliance & Licenses
Timeframe: 3-6 weeks
We handle the compliance process by obtaining the necessary licenses, including ICP filing, software copyright registration, and, if needed, hosting. These legal steps are essential for ensuring your app meets China's regulatory requirements before distribution.
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Multi-Channel Distribution
Timeframe: 1-2 weeks
Once the necessary licenses are secured, we distribute/publish your app across major Chinese app stores like Huawei, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo and Tencent, as well as additional channels like APK hosting and H5 portals to maximize exposure.
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Performance Tracking & Optimization
Timeframe: Ongoing
After your app is live, we track performance metrics such as downloads and user behavior. Based on this data, we continuously refine your distribution strategy to boost visibility and engagement.
Excited to grow in China?
Reach out today to start your China app journey!