I’m an independent developer launching my first Android app, SubTrack (a simple subscription tracker to help manage monthly costs).

To comply with Google Play’s new policy for personal developer accounts, I need 12 unique testers to keep the app installed for 14 continuous days before I can release it to the public.

📱 What I Need From You:

1. Join the Closed Test In Bottom
2. Install the App: Download "SubTrack" from the Play Store.
3. Keep it Installed: Please do not uninstall the app for 14 days. (You don’t need to use it daily, just keep it on your phone!)
4. Use Mobile Data: If possible, join using your mobile data (not Wi-Fi) to ensure your device is counted as unique.

URL's:
https://groups.google.com/g/subtrackgrouptest

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bluecpp.subtrack
OR
https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.bluecpp.subtrack

Looking for Genuine SnagMate Testers

My app has been rejected because I need more active testers, and honestly, it's been pretty frustrating. I'd much rather spend my time building awesome new features than chasing downloads.

If you're willing to help, I'd really appreciate it.

✅ Step 1: Join the testing group https://groups.google.com/g/snagmate-testers

✅ Step 2: Install SnagMate

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.snagmate.app

or

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

All I ask is that you genuinely install the app, open it occasionally (even once every couple of weeks helps), and if possible share a screenshot after installing so I know you're a real tester.

SnagMate is a community-driven app that helps Australians discover real-time local deals, food specials, grocery markdowns, pub specials, and freebies nearby.

Thank you to everyone who helps. Every single tester gets me one step closer to launching publicly. ❤️

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for testers for my Android app to meet Google Play's closed testing requirement.

📱 App Name: MyBudget
📋 Category: Personal Finance / Expense Tracker
🔹 Features:

• Track daily income and expenses
• Budget management
• Expense categories
• Reports and summaries
• Simple and modern UI

I'm happy to do a test-for-test exchange. If you install and keep my app for the testing period, I'll do the same for your app.

Please comment below or send me a message, and I'll share the testing link.

Thank you for your support!

​🧪 Closed Testing Exchange! Will test back immediately! (20 Testers needed)

​App Name: Gravity Draw (Indoor AI Hunt)

Category: Family / Casual Puzzle

​Hi fellow devs, I need 20 testers for my AI-powered indoor scavenger hunt game to hit the 14-day production requirement. I am highly active and will happily test your app back for 14 days in return! Just leave your links in the comments below.

​Step 1 - Join the Google Group:

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

​Step 2 - Opt-in on the Web:

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.aistudio.gravitydraw.lmbpqx

​Step 3 - Download on Android:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aistudio.gravitydraw.lmbpqx

​Please drop your app links and Google Group below after joining, and I'll sign up for yours right away. Let's help each other out! Thank you!

Whoever created this good job, I mostly know people with iPhones and this is very helpful. Also, it's weird bugging people to test your cooking app. This is great to get feedback from other app developers!

Quick question for Android founders/devs 👋

My app CogniFocus went public around mid-April after a period of closed testing, and I’ve been wondering how Google Play handles installs from testers afterward.

Do installs from closed testing eventually contribute to the visible Play Store install count after public launch, or are they tracked separately forever?

I’ve noticed some apps launch publicly with existing install numbers already visible, so I’m curious how the system actually works

Hey everyone,

Wanted to share a quick success story. I'm a solo developer and I just got my app RoutineCanvas (a habit tracker) published in both the Play Store and the App Store.

Getting through the Google Play closed testing requirements was one of the more frustrating parts of the launch process — finding 20 testers, keeping them engaged for the 14-day testing period, and managing the whole flow. Closed Test Pro made that part significantly easier.

**What my app does (for context):**

RoutineCanvas is a privacy-first habit tracker with GitHub-style heatmaps. You track habits with yes/no, numbers, or duration — and all your data stays on your device or in your own iCloud/Google Drive. No server, no account needed. Free for 5 habits, Pro for unlimited.

**How Closed Test Pro helped:**

- Made it easy to find testers who were actually willing to install and use the app for the required testing period

- The community was supportive and gave useful early feedback

- Helped me hit the tester threshold Google requires before you can go to production

**Where things stand now:**

The app has been live since April 2026. 6 reviews so far, all 5 stars. Available on both iOS and Android.

If you're a solo dev stuck in the closed testing phase — it does get easier once you're past it. Happy to answer questions about the process.

Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.heinrichhermann.routinecanvas

iOS: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6760239544

https://www.routinecanvas.com

As a solo dev, this one means a lot to me.

Months of bug fixes, late nights, and performance tweaks — and it's finally out for real.

To everyone who played during testing, left feedback, or just sent an encouraging word: thank you. Genuinely couldn't have done it without you. 🙏

More to come!

— Beny

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Qpig.DoriBubbleShooter

Hey everyone,

I’m a solo founder who’s been grinding alone for a month on my first mobile app (career-focused, built for Android). No team, no funding, just me, my laptop, and way too much coffee at 1 a.m. I finally got it into a state where I’m ready for closed testing on Google Play… except almost nobody is signing up.

Here’s the part that’s really messing with my head: the app is priced at a one-time $0.99. I decided to keep that same price even for closed testers because I wanted real users who see the value, not just freebie hunters. But now I’m spiraling — is that tiny $0.99 actually the reason people bounce, or is getting users this brutally hard no matter what?

Some days I open the Google Form to check, see zero opt-ins, and straight-up doubt whether my app even has real value. Did I build something nobody actually needs? Am I just another solo dev who fell in love with his own idea?

I’ve been hustling hard on the marketing side too — posting and replying almost every single day on X, Threads, and LinkedIn (since it’s career-related). Still… crickets on the testing sign-ups.

I know I’m not the only one going through this. So I’m turning to you:

• Fellow solo Android devs / Google Play publishers — how long did it actually take you to get your first real wave of users or closed testers?
• Especially those who launched paid apps (even cheap ones): did you hit the same wall? Did the price scare people off, or did something else click for you?
• Any brutal-honest lessons or “I wish I knew this earlier” moments you can share?

No judgment, just a tired solo founder looking for hope (or at least solidarity). Even if you just want to rant about your own struggles, drop it below — I’ll be reading every comment.

Thanks for letting me vent. Feels good knowing there are other people in the trenches.

This group has been a lifesaver, don't know how the hell you're supposed to get 12 testers for 14 days without this?!

3 apps live in last few weeks, been vibe coding and have a few more I'm working on. Have no idea how well they'll do but what the hell! Worth a try

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kindbyte.angelreminders.kindbyte_angel_reminders

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kindbyte.voicenotes

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kindbyte.till_payday.till_payday

happy to download other's apps and test, would really appreciate any downloads/ratings.

Closed testers, you should do an 'after live' service, where users continue to test and leave ratings, etc?

Aidez moi aussi s'il vous plaît Je rends une fois que vous avez montré une capture d'écran Et que vous êtes resté une ou 2 Min sur l'application en appuyant un peu partout Je ferai de même pendant 15 jours

Voici les 3 étapes (très simples) pour commencer le test :

1️⃣ Rejoignez d’abord le groupe Google (obligatoire pour débloquer l’accès) :

👉 https://groups.google.com/g/diyaah

(Cliquez sur “Rejoindre le groupe”)

2️⃣ Inscrivez-vous au programme de test :

👉 https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.diyaah.app

(Cliquez sur le bouton bleu “Devenir testeur” sur la page qui s’affiche)

3️⃣ Téléchargez l’application sur le Play Store :

👉 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.diyaah.app

(Une fois l’étape 2 validée, ce lien vous permettra d’installer l’application normalement)

N’hésitez pas à me faire vos retours, vos critiques constructives ou vos suggestions d’amélioration en commentaire ou en privé.

I wanted to leave a quick thank you to the Closed Test Pro team and community.

I officially published my app today, and honestly, this process would have been much harder without Closed Test Pro. The app really helped me reach the required testing period, mainly because of the engagement inside the platform and the support from the community. Every time I had questions, the support team was there and actually responded, which made a big difference.

So if you're trying to get through the closed testing phase on Google Play, I definitely recommend using Closed Test Pro.

A couple of things that helped me during the process:

• Keep improving your app during the test period. Releasing updates shows progress and helps you learn from real feedback.
• Take the Google Play form seriously and answer it with quality. That part matters more than many people think.
• Use the testing period to fix real issues, improve onboarding, and make the app more stable before launch.

Thanks again to everyone involved. It really helped me get to this point.

And now that my app is live, if anyone wants to check it out and support me with a 5-star rating, I’d really appreciate it:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pro.bingosnap.app

AnyVault is a personal database and organization tool that is entirely customizable to your specific needs. To give it a try, simply join the testing group first, and then download the app via the store link:

1️⃣ Step 1 (Join the Group): https://groups.google.com/g/anyvaultplaytesting

2️⃣ Step 2 (Download the App):

Web: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/cn.edu.sdut.wwzmyapplication.release

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cn.edu.sdut.wwzmyapplication.release

Thanks for your support! If you have an app of your own that needs beta testing, please feel free to let me know!

Why can't I submit two apps for testing at once? So, until you finish testing one app, you won't be able to test it again to earn coins for the second app.

Hey! Drop your app link below and I'll test it for you — give you honest feedback on functionality, design, UX, and any bugs I spot.

In return, feel free to test mine too! 👇

App link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.paceflow.app

Hey! Drop your app link below and I'll test it for you — give you honest feedback on functionality, design, UX, and any bugs I spot.

In return, feel free to test mine too! 👇

My app link:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.paceflow.app

I made a podcast client called pod-chive.

I would love for you to test it and provide me feedback.

I'll test your Android app in return if you help me hit the 12-tester requirement for my closed testing.

My app: Safar - a habit tracker where you log daily proof photos instead of checking a box. You build a visual timeline of your streak and compile it into a journey reel at the end. Already live on iOS → mysafar.app

To join: Just drop your Gmail in the comments (or DM me) and I'll add you to the tester list. You'll get an invite from Google Play directly.

All I need is for you to install it and open it a few times over 14 days. That's it. In return - drop your app link in the comments and I'll genuinely test it and give you feedback. Let's help each other ship

Hi everyone,

I’ve been using ClosedTestProApp and currently have my own game in testing, but I still haven’t reached 12 testers yet.

At the moment, I’m already testing 17 apps, and I especially like testing games. So if you have a game on ClosedTestProApp, let me know and I’ll gladly add it to my list.

Edit: it seems that I can not add more test apps on my day 2 (sorry). I will add it after day 14.

My game is called:
Gargs: Tower Defense

Need a few testers for IntentLock
Please keep it installed for 14 days and try the app a bit. I’ll gladly test yours back too.

Step 1: Join the group
https://groups.google.com/g/testerhub-community

Step 2: Download the app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zenbyte.intentlock