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How to set up a closed test in Google Play Console

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A step-by-step walkthrough of setting up a Google Play closed testing track: open the closed track, upload your app bundle, add testers with an email list or Google Group, choose countries, send changes for review, and share the opt-in link.

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  1. Here's how to set up a Google Play closed test that your testers can actually join.
  2. In Play Console, go to Test and release → Testing → Closed testing and open your closed track.
  3. Create a new release, upload your signed app bundle (.aab), add release notes, and save it.
  4. On the Testers tab, add an email list or a Google Group, plus a feedback URL or email address.
  5. Under Countries / regions, include every country your testers are in — otherwise they can't install the app.
  6. Open Publishing overview and send your changes for review. The opt-in link works once the release is available.
  7. Copy the opt-in link from the Testers tab and share it. Testers opt in, then install from Google Play.
  8. Want testers ready to join? 12 Testers 14 Days provides a managed tester group.

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