Distribution options

Just like the beta builds, there are different distribution options for the release versions of Xamarin applications. Public app stores are the easiest and the most convenient way to distribute mobile applications, targeting the general public. On the other hand, private application distribution channels may be needed for enterprise application distribution scenarios.

App store(s)

For Xamarin.iOS and Windows Phone applications, the only official distribution stores are application stores maintained by Apple and Microsoft respectively. Each of these application stores has a well-defined submission flow involving both content validation (that is, whether the application meet the content guidelines) and technical validation (that ...

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