An ITMS-91061: Missing privacy manifest rejection email looks as follows: ITMS-91061: Missing privacy manifest- Your app includes "<path/to/SDK>", which includes , an SDK that was identified in the documentation as a privacy-impacting third-party SDK. Starting February 12, 2025, if a new app includes a privacy-impacting SDK, or an app update adds a new privacy-impacting SDK, the SDK must include a privacy manifest file. Please contact the provider of the SDK that includes this file to get an updated SDK version with a privacy manifest. For more details about this policy, including a list of SDKs that are required to include signatures and manifests, visit: https://developer.apple.com/support/third-party-SDK-requirements. Glossary ITMS-91061: Missing privacy manifest: An email that includes the name and path of privacy-impacting SDK(s) with no privacy manifest files in your app bundle. For more information, see https://developer.apple.com/support/third-party-SDK-requirements. : The specified privacy-impacting SDK that doesn't include a privacy manifest file. If you are the developer of the rejected app, gather the name of the SDK from the email you received from Apple, then contact the SDK's provider for an updated version that includes a valid privacy manifest. After receiving an updated version of the SDK, verify the SDK includes a valid privacy manifest file at the expected location. For more information, see Adding a privacy manifest to your app or third-party SDK. If your app includes a privacy manifest file, make sure the file only describes the privacy practices of your app. Do not add the privacy practices of the SDK to your app's privacy manifest. If the email lists multiple SDKs, repeat the above process for all of them. If you are the developer of an SDK listed in the email, publish an updated version of your SDK that includes a privacy manifest file with valid keys and values. Every privacy-impacting SDK must contain a privacy manifest file that only describes its privacy practices. To learn how to add a valid privacy manifest to your SDK, see the Additional resources section below. Additional resources Privacy manifest files Describing data use in privacy manifests Describing use of required reason API Adding a privacy manifest to your app or third-party SDK TN3182: Adding privacy tracking keys to your privacy manifest TN3183: Adding required reason API entries to your privacy manifest TN3184: Adding data collection details to your privacy manifest TN3181: Debugging an invalid privacy manifest

Hi everyone, I would appreciate some advice on my first app submission, which seems to be stuck. App: Carebud: ADHD Routine Pet (Apple ID 6818243661), iOS, new developer account. Oct 10: Submitted version 1.0 together with two auto-renewable subscriptions. Oct 11: Within about 10 hours, App Review replied with Guideline 2.1 Information Needed (New App Submission, limited App Review history). Oct 11: I answered all seven points in App Store Connect, attached a screen recording from a physical iPhone, added the same information to the App Review notes and resubmitted with build 1.0 (15). Oct 15: I requested an expedited review, which was confirmed ("We'll expedite review for Carebud"). Oct 18: The app version, both subscriptions and the subscription group are still in Waiting for Review. Agreements, tax and banking are all active. Is there anything else I should check on my side, or is this simply the current queue? Should I keep waiting or contact App Review again? Thank you for any help!

Hello, I’ve had an app status “waiting for review” for a week. I’m wondering if this is a common occurrence and why I’ve been ghosted by Apple on two fronts? First I sent a request for info regarding the seemingly widespread delays in app reviews. Separately, I’ve sent 3 emails now over the last 4-6 weeks asking for information on my small business program application that has been thus far ignored. I understand lots of people are vibe coding apps with AI now. I understand Apple is a worldwide company with huge market. I don’t understand why their customer support around app development is effectively non-existent. Seems very out of character for the brand and is frustrating, to say the least. If anyone from Apple sees this and can help, I’d be very grateful. If any fellow developers have any insight, please share. Thanks! Mark L

Hello, my first app "CHECKD – Gym Tracker" (App ID 6821008364, version 3.8, build 2) has been in "Waiting for Review" since 9 October 2026, 20:47 (CEST). The submission includes the app version, one subscription group, two auto-renewable subscriptions and one non-consumable in-app purchase. What I have already done: Requested an expedited review Contacted Developer Support twice, no reply so far Accepted the updated Paid Applications agreement and completed the DSA trader status in App Store Connect Checked the Resolution Center: no messages from App Review Is there anything else I should check, or has anyone had a similar delay recently? I would appreciate any hint from the community or from Apple staff. Thank you!

I'm curious whether anyone here has experienced an app being stuck in Apple's review process for an unusually long time and eventually received approval. I'm particularly interested in hearing from developers whose apps were delayed for more than just a few days. If you eventually received approval: How long was your app waiting? Did you take any additional steps, such as contacting App Review, escalating the issue, or requesting expedited review? Did Apple ever explain the delay? Did anything seem to help move the process forward, or was it simply a matter of waiting? I'm trying to determine whether there is anything productive I can do beyond continuing to wait. I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has actually been through this and eventually received approval. Thanks in advance!

We submitted our app on the 8th, and ever since, it has been stuck on “Waiting for Review” with absolutely no progress or communication from the App Review team. We’ve sent multiple emails, opened several tickets, spoken to different advisors, and even submitted an expedited review request. The last advisor I spoke with confirmed that the expedited request had been accepted, yet the status remains unchanged. Honestly, this is beyond frustrating. For a company with a $5 trillion market cap, you’d expect a little more accountability, transparency, and respect for developers who rely on your platform. Instead, we’re left chasing updates, opening tickets, and having the same conversations over and over again, with nothing to show for it. At this point, capitalism is truly at its peak: record-breaking valuations, but seemingly zero urgency when it comes to supporting the developers who help build the ecosystem. Unbelievable.

Hello everyone, I would like to ask whether other developers are currently experiencing unusually long App Review delays for new apps. Here is the timeline for my app (Apple ID: 6759361892): Build 1 — Feb 19, 2026: Initial build submitted Feb 21, 2026: Rejected because ads were not working properly Build 2 — Feb 23, 2026: Updated build submitted Build 3 — Feb 26, 2026: Another updated build submitted Mar 11–18, 2026: Status remained “Waiting for Review” and never entered the “In Review” stage Mar 18, 2026: Submission cancelled and resubmitted Current status: Still “Waiting for Review” During this period, I have already tried several ways to resolve the issue: Contacted Apple Developer Support multiple times Submitted an expedited review request Sent several follow-up emails regarding the delay Contacted Apple Support and asked them to leave messages for the App Review team Each time, I was told that the situation would be checked or that the review would “begin shortly.” I have now received that same response multiple times, including after my expedited review request was accepted, but there has still been no visible progress or transition into active review. While browsing the Developer Forums, I also noticed that several recent posts seem to describe similar situations, especially involving new app submissions remaining stuck in “Waiting for Review.” So I would like to ask: Are other developers currently experiencing similar delays? Has anyone recently seen their app finally move from “Waiting for Review” to “In Review” after a very long delay? Could this possibly be related to a broader App Review queue slowdown? I’m mainly trying to understand whether this is an isolated issue or something other developers are also currently facing. Any recent experiences or information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Hello Apple App Review Team and fellow developers, I'm looking for advice regarding an unusually long review delay for RIDE BOCO v4.15.0, our client's initial iOS app release. Our initial submission was rejected under Guideline 5.1.1(v) regarding account deletion. The issue was caused by an iOS configuration problem that prevented the Account Deletion Request option from appearing on the Profile page. We corrected the configuration issue and responded to App Review on October 8, 2026, providing a detailed explanation of the fix and the account deletion workflow. The option is accessible through: Side Menu → My Profile → Account Deletion Request We also clarified that submitting a request initiates the account deletion process, including account deactivation and authorization token invalidation, followed by permanent removal of the user's account data. No phone call, email, or customer service interaction is required. Since submitting our response, RIDE BOCO v4.15.0 has remained in Waiting for Review for 10 days, with no further response or status update. We have contacted Apple Developer Support multiple times and requested an expedited review, but we have not received a meaningful update. This is our client's initial app launch, and the continued delay is affecting our planned release schedule. Has anyone experienced a similar situation recently, particularly after responding to an account deletion rejection under Guideline 5.1.1(v)? Were you able to get an update from App Review or find an effective way to resolve the delay? We would appreciate any advice from developers who have experienced this, or guidance from an Apple staff member who can help clarify the situation. Thank you.

Hello, I am writing to request assistance with a submission queue delay on our account. We currently maintain over 100 live apps on the App Store with no history of compliance issues, but our latest batch of four new apps has been stuck in the "Waiting for Review" state for over 12 days. None of these submissions have moved to "In Review" or received any status updates, and multiple Developer Support tickets sent regarding this issue have gone unanswered. Because our existing live app updates continue to process normally, we suspect these new builds may be trapped in a backend queue routing desync or an unacknowledged account audit. Could a staff member please review the queue state for these submissions and help push them into active review? Here are the details for the affected applications: App 1 Name: Fruities LLC App 1 ID: 6819745188 App 2 Name: Fruities LLC Manager App 2 ID: 6819751002 and there are 6 more apps as well, these 2 were the first and longest wait. Thank you for your time and assistance with this matter.

Hello Apple App Review Team, Could an Apple staff member please help us obtain an update on the review of Suya Mobiles? Current submission details: • Apple App ID: 6808118102 • Platform: iOS • App Store version: 1.0.23 • Build: 24 • Submitted: October 15, 2026, at 1:28 PM IST • Current status: Waiting for Review • Submission ID: 5d9f6414-3658-47fb-9eee-c808bdda4e95 The current submission has been waiting for more than three days. Our overall submission process has extended over a month, including previous reviews, rejections, corrections, and resubmissions. A previous submission remained Waiting for Review from October 7 until we withdrew it on October 14. Following another submission on October 14, we withdrew and resubmitted on October 15. We are keeping the current submission active. We have submitted expedited review requests and contacted Developer Support under cases 102965206041 and 102997183453, but have not received a substantive response regarding the current delay. Our planned October 16 launch date has passed. We understand that review times vary, but would appreciate help confirming whether any outstanding information or action is preventing review from starting. Could you please help route this inquiry to the appropriate App Review team? Thank you for your assistance.

Hello App Review team, Please help with repeated review delays for Fishing Companion SA (Apple ID 6806286702). My first submission was on 4 October 2026. It is now 18 October, and I am still trying to complete review after six submission attempts. App Store Connect shows this history for version 1.2.0: 4 October, 8:59 PM: submitted. It remained waiting until I withdrew it on 7 October at 8:15 AM. 7 October, 8:18 AM: submitted, then withdrawn at 8:24 AM. 7 October, 8:30 AM: submitted. Apple began review at 11:31 AM and rejected it at 12:28 PM. 7 October, 12:33 PM: resubmitted, then withdrawn on 8 October at 12:41 PM. 8 October, 12:49 PM: submitted. It remained waiting for almost six days before I withdrew it on 14 October at 8:08 AM. 14 October, 11:22 AM: the current submission, version 1.2.0 build 27. It is still Waiting for Review, together with all 13 submitted items. I have included the withdrawals and the review/rejection above to make clear these were separate attempts. My concern is the repeated lengthy waits across the overall process since 4 October, including the current four-day wait. On 16 October, Apple accepted my expedited-review request and confirmed: “We’ll expedite review for Fishing Companion SA.” I have also requested a callback and followed up repeatedly through Developer Support under case 102991060254. So far, I have received automated acknowledgements but no substantive explanation. I feel neglected by the lack of a clear response. Could an Apple representative please escalate this case, confirm that the expedited request is attached to the current submission, and explain whether anything is preventing review from starting? Please tell me what action, if any, is required from me and when I can expect a substantive update. Thank you, Emil Coetzee

Hello, Our new app has been stuck in Waiting for Review for 10 days, and I'm hoping someone from App Review can help determine whether the submission is stuck in the review queue. Timeline: The initial submission received an automated rejection related to NSPhotoLibraryUsageDescription. We corrected the purpose string and resubmitted less than 24 hours later. Since resubmission, the app has remained in Waiting for Review for 10 days without moving to In Review. We opened a Developer Support case, but the situation has not changed. We also submitted an expedited review request, but the app is still Waiting for Review. There are currently no outstanding issues or actions required from us in App Store Connect. I understand review times can vary, but given the length of the delay and the fact that the previous rejection was automated and immediately resolved, I'm concerned that the resubmission may not have been correctly returned to the review queue. Could someone from App Review please verify whether the submission is correctly queued or whether it may be stuck following the automated rejection? I can provide the App ID, Submission ID, and Support Case ID privately if needed.

InstaShield 1.1.6 (Apple ID 6791182463) has been in "Waiting for Review" for over a month. The updated Paid Applications Schedule was pending on our account until October 14, 2026; it's accepted now and all agreements show Active. Expedite request and support emails haven't received a reply (case 102994201298). The update fixes import errors that block most of our iOS users: of 37 iOS users who signed up in the last 15 days, only 4 could complete an analysis on 1.1.5. The same fixes are already live on Android. Could someone from App Review please take a look? Thank you.

I'm curious whether anyone here has experienced an app being stuck in Apple's review process for an unusually long time and eventually received approval. I'm particularly interested in hearing from developers whose apps were delayed for more than just a few days. If you eventually received approval: How long was your app waiting? Did you take any additional steps, such as contacting App Review, escalating the issue, or requesting expedited review? Did Apple ever explain the delay? Did anything seem to help move the process forward, or was it simply a matter of waiting? I'm trying to determine whether there is anything productive I can do beyond continuing to wait. I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has actually been through this and eventually received approval. Thanks in advance!

Hello everyone, I'm an independent developer preparing the first public iOS release of my app, Marque: Car Collection. My initial submission was rejected under Guideline 5.1.2(i) because of an App Tracking Transparency (ATT) implementation issue. I addressed the reported issue, updated the privacy consent flow and App Privacy disclosures, and uploaded a new build. Current submission details: App: Marque: Car Collection Platform: iOS New binary: 1.1.0 (Build 24) Resubmission date: October 14, 2026 Current status: Waiting for Review Time waiting: Approximately 4 days The submission also includes two auto-renewable subscription products (monthly and annual), which are both waiting for review. I have provided updated Review Notes explaining the ATT implementation and instructions for accessing the app's functionality. There have been no additional messages from App Review since the resubmission. I understand that review times can vary, especially for first-time releases and submissions requiring additional verification. My questions: Is a four-day wait at the "Waiting for Review" stage relatively common for a first public release following a privacy-related rejection? Could the inclusion of new subscription products affect the review timeline? At what point would you recommend contacting App Review Support about the delay? Would cancelling and resubmitting be counterproductive in this situation? I'm not looking to bypass the review process — I simply want to understand whether this is normal and whether any action is needed on my side. Thank you for any advice or experiences you can share.

Hello, Our first app, KadroBul: Memur Alım İlanları (Apple ID 6816638026, iOS, version 1.0.0), was submitted on October 9, 2026 and has been in "Waiting for Review" since then. On October 16 we received "We'll expedite review for KadroBul", but the status has not changed. We also contacted App Review through the Contact Us form (case 102996398497). Our agreements, tax and banking information are all active and there are no messages in App Store Connect. Could someone from App Review please check whether the submission is stuck? Thank you.

I wanted to share an update on my experience launching GoldEngine AI across Apple and Google. I first submitted my iOS application on October 3, 2026. Following Apple's review feedback and subsequent resubmissions, the latest submission entered "Waiting for Review" on October 14. On October 16, Apple Developer Support confirmed that my application had not been forgotten and was already in the expedited review queue. Apple also confirmed that no further action was required and that I would receive an email once the review was completed. Meanwhile, GoldEngine AI has successfully launched on the Google Play Store. The Android application is now in production and has already recorded: 108 device acquisitions. 92 devices in its installed audience as of October 16. Users across India, Japan and the United Kingdom. It's an interesting contrast for an independent developer launching the same product across two major mobile platforms. While Android users are already discovering and installing the application, the iOS version remains unavailable pending Apple's approval. I fully respect Apple's high review standards and understand that applications must meet its guidelines. However, this experience shows how different review timelines can affect small developers trying to coordinate launches across platforms. I've spent considerable time developing this multilingual application, and I intended to make it available to both Android and iPhone users at roughly the same time. For now, Google Play is live, users are arriving, and I'm still waiting for Apple's expedited review process to conclude. Hopefully my next update will be that GoldEngine AI is finally available on both platforms.

Hello Apple Developer Team, Our first app was submitted on October 11, 2026 and has stayed in "Waiting for Review" for 7 days. The submission includes the app version, one subscription group and four auto-renewable subscriptions. Apple ID: 6818932334 What we have done so far: Called Apple Developer Support. We were told there is no fixed timeline for App Review. Sent two App Review status inquiries through Contact Us (October 13 and October 17). No reply yet. Submitted an expedited review request. No reply or status change yet. What we have checked: Paid Apps Agreement, tax and banking are all Active. Membership is active with nothing pending. No messages from App Review in App Store Connect. We have not changed any metadata or cancelled the submission, so we don't lose our place in the queue. Is this waiting time expected for a first submission that includes subscriptions, or is there anything we should check on our side? Any guidance from the App Review team would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Hello Apple Developer Team, Our first app was submitted on October 11, 2026 and has stayed in "Waiting for Review" for 7 days. The submission includes the app version, one subscription group and four auto-renewable subscriptions. Apple ID: [6818932334] What we have done so far: Called Apple Developer Support. We were told there is no fixed timeline for App Review. Sent two App Review status inquiries through Contact Us (October 13 and October 17). No reply yet. Submitted an expedited review request. No reply or status change yet. What we have checked: Paid Apps Agreement, tax and banking are all Active. Membership is active with nothing pending. No messages from App Review in App Store Connect. We have not changed any metadata or cancelled the submission, so we don't lose our place in the queue. Is this waiting time expected for a first submission that includes subscriptions, or is there anything we should check on our side? Any guidance from the App Review team would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Hi everyone, I’m currently experiencing unusually long review waiting times and wanted to ask if others see the same behavior this week. My situation: • App Store update has been in “Waiting for Review” significantly longer than usual • A newly submitted build also seems stuck • TestFlight processing is slower than I normally see • Expedited review request and contact attempts didn’t change the status so far

Hello Apple Developer Community and App Review team, Our first iOS release of Slice Shop: Math for Kids has remained in Waiting for Review since we resubmitted on October 10, 2026. As of October 18, it has not moved to In Review. App: Slice Shop: Math for Kids Apple ID: 6820078595 Version: iOS 1.0 (build 5), universal iPhone/iPad Resubmitted: October 10, 2026 at 14:25 UTC Timeline: October 10: Replied to the request for additional information and resubmitted the updated build. October 14: Sent a review-status inquiry through Apple Developer Support. October 16: Requested expedited review. October 17: Followed up on the existing support case and asked for a manual check of the review queue. We have not received a substantive response or a new request for information. Could someone from App Review please confirm whether our submission is queued correctly and whether any action is needed from us? We can promptly provide additional details through App Store Connect or the existing support case. Other developers experiencing similar delays: did anything help your submission move forward? Thank you for your time and assistance.