TestSlot

Frequently looked up

Q1Why does Google require closed testing?

Since 2023, new personal Google Play developer accounts must run a closed test with at least 12 testers for 14 consecutive days before they can publish to production. It's Google's way of reducing low-quality and throwaway accounts.

Q2How does TestSlot verify that testers keep the app installed?

Each tester runs TestSlot's Android app, which performs a background check about once an hour to confirm whether your app is still installed and reports the result to the server. The streak count is computed server-side using real timestamps, so it can't be faked by changing a phone's clock.

Q3How do you keep testers active for the full 14 days?

Every TestSlot tester earns $1 when they complete a test—paid only on completion, not on install. This financial incentive means testers are motivated to stay engaged for the entire testing period.

Q4Does the 14-day clock reset if a tester drops out?

Not necessarily to zero, but it stops counting. Google looks for a 14-day window during which you consistently had 12 or more active testers. If your count falls below 12, the streak is interrupted until you are back above 12. TestSlot assigns replacements automatically from its active pool, so your count stays at 12 without you managing it.

Q5Is iOS supported?

No. The closed-testing requirement is specific to Google Play, and reliably detecting installed apps is only possible on Android, so the tester app is Android-only.