Mastering Binary Re-signingfor App Security
Learn the importance of binary re-signing to ensure your app’s security, integrity, and seamless updates without needing a complete rebuild.
Why Re-signing is Important
- Re-signing a binary is crucial to update the signature used to verify the app's authenticity.
- This ensures the app has not been tampered with and is from a trusted source.
- There are several reasons to re-sign a binary, including transferring ownership of an app to a new developer account, updating an app after a certificate has expired or been revoked, and changing the name or bundle identifier.
Android App Re-signing
- Appcircle's user-friendly UI guides you through the Android binary resignature process.
- With a single click, your Android binary will be signed and ready for test distribution or store submission when you select the re-sign option.
Re-sign History
- Appcircle’s re-sign history section lets you track the past processes of your artifacts.
iOS App Re-signing
- Choose your binary, select the re-sign option, fill out the required information, and leave the rest to Appcircle.
- You'll get a freshly signed binary with updated information, ensuring a trustworthy installation process for your users.
Changing App Entitlements
Modify app entitlements to adjust capabilities or distribution settings. Quickly adapt to new requirements and ensure your app has the correct entitlements for its functionality.
Adjusting Distribution Certificates
Update the app’s distribution certificate after renewal or change. Maintain the app’s distribution integrity and trust by keeping certificates up to date without rebuilding the app.
Fixing Issues with Current Provisioning or Signing
Resolve issues with the current provisioning profile or signing certificate by re-signing the binary. Quickly resolve signing and provisioning issues, maintaining the app’s availability and trustworthiness.
Updating Provisioning Profiles or Keystores
Apply updated provisioning profiles or keystores without rebuilding the app. Save time and effort by avoiding a full rebuild, ensuring your app is always signed with the latest credentials.
Re-signing IPA/Android APK
Before publishing the application, update information such as Display Name, Version, Build Number/Version Code, Entitlements, Package ID, Keystore, and Targets.
Switching Keystores (Android)
Change the keystore for an Android app due to policy changes or key expiration. Maintain app security and compliance by updating keystores without needing a complete rebuild.
Version, Build Number (Version Code) Change
Update the version or build number of the app without a full rebuild. Ensure that version numbers are correct and reflective of updates, saving time and resources.
Application Name Change
Change the application’s name.
Easily change the app name without a full rebuild, keeping the app’s identity accurate and relevant.
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