Many merchants dream of launching their own mobile app to stay closer to customers, but high costs and technical complexity often stand in the way.
With Salla App Maker, that barrier disappears. You can create a fully branded iOS and Android app without coding, quickly and efficiently.
The result? Your store in your customers’ pockets, a stronger digital presence, higher loyalty, and repeat sales, all with minimal time, effort, and cost.
📌 Article overview
- Subscribing to Salla App Maker
- Subscription with a developer account
- Subscription without a developer account
Subscribing to Salla App Maker
- From the main menu, go to Store & Sales Channels, then select Mobile App.
- On the App Maker page, choose your subscription type (Monthly or Annual), then click Subscribe Now.
- A subscription window will appear with two steps:
Step one: Choose subscription type
The subscription fee depends on the option you select, so choose carefully to ensure a smooth setup process.
Step two: Payment
Subscription type 1: I already have developer accounts
This option is designed for merchants who already own company developer accounts. Your existing accounts will be used to publish your store app on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
Key benefits
- No setup fee (SAR/AED X setup fee is waived)
- App published within 72 hours, provided all information is accurate and complete
- Faster launch using your existing developer infrastructure
⚠️ Please ensure your developer accounts are fully active and meet all requirements. Incomplete or invalid accounts may result in request rejection.
Requirements
- Company DUNS number issued by D&B
- Apple Developer Account (company type only; individual accounts are not accepted)
- Google Play Console account (company type only)
Subscription type 2: I don’t have developer accounts
This option is ideal if you don’t yet have developer accounts. In this case, Salla’s team will collaborate with you to create and set up the required company accounts, then publish your app on both stores.
Key details
- One-time setup fee of SAR/AED X (covers account creation and app setup by Salla)
- Setup fee does not include Apple ($99/year) or Google ($25 one-time) developer fees, which are charged separately by the platforms
- App publishing typically takes 2–4 weeks, depending on data accuracy and cooperation during setup
Requirements
- A business email matching your domain (e.g., info@yourstore.com)
- A non-personal Apple ID (credentials required for setup access)
- A non-personal Gmail account with two-factor authentication enabled
- Valid commercial registration (Arabic + English translation in one PDF file)
- Valid national ID of the commercial registration owner (clear, colored, front and back)
- Acceptance of app publishing policies
Once completed, click Continue to payment.
Changing subscription type before payment
Before confirming payment, you can:
- Change the subscription type
- Switch between monthly or annual billing
After successful payment, you’ll receive a confirmation notification.
Subscription pricing
If you already have developer accounts
- Monthly: SAR 550 (VAT included)
- Annual: SAR 5,550 (VAT included)
If you don’t have developer accounts
- Monthly: SAR 550 + SAR 990 setup fee = SAR 1,540
- Annual: SAR 5,550 + SAR 990 setup fee = SAR 6,490
Additional platform fees
- Google Play: $25 one-time fee
- Apple Developer Program: $99 annually
Frequently asked questions
What is a developer account?
A developer account allows you to upload and manage apps on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
You can verify whether you already have active developer accounts by checking that you’ve completed the official registration steps on both platforms.
Why are commercial registration and ID required?
These documents are required to create company-level developer accounts, which are mandatory for publishing apps under your business name on app stores.
How long does developer account setup take?
Typically, 2–4 weeks, depending on your responsiveness and accuracy when submitting information.
Is the App Maker fee a one-time payment?
No. App Maker is a monthly or annual subscription, separate from your Salla store plan.
The subscription includes:
- App maintenance
- Updates
- New features and improvements throughout the year
Important notes
- Apple charges $99 annually for developer accounts
- Google charges $25 one-time
- If you choose “I don’t have developer accounts,” the SAR 990 setup fee is charged once at subscription
How do I renew my App Maker subscription?
You can renew through:
- The Renew Subscription button in the App Maker dashboard
- Automatic renewal via Wallet & Invoices
- Manual renewal after the subscription expires
You’ll receive a reminder 7 days before expiration.
Does renewal depend on app ownership?
Yes. If your app is still published under Salla’s developer accounts, you must transfer it to your own Apple and Google accounts before renewing. This ensures compliance with platform ownership policies and allows future updates and maintenance.