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<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Managing Apple devices for testing and distribution can be a hassle for iOS developers. From tracking UDIDs to managing provisioning profiles, the process is often time-consuming and error-prone. Appcircle’s enhanced Apple Devices feature simplifies these tasks, making AdHoc distribution a breeze.</div>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">In this post, we’ll explore the challenges of <a href="https://developer.apple.com/help/account/manage-profiles/create-an-ad-hoc-provisioning-profile" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span role="link">AdHoc distribution</span></a> and how Appcircle’s tools help you overcome them to save time and streamline your workflows.</div>
<h2>Why Is AdHoc Distribution Important—and What Are the Challenges?</h2>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">AdHoc distribution lets developers test apps on specific devices before releasing them to the App Store. It’s critical for improving performance, fixing bugs, and ensuring a seamless user experience. However, the process has its share of pain points:</div>
<p><strong>1. Retrieving UDIDs</strong></p>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Manually gathering UDIDs (Unique Device Identifiers) via iTunes or third-party apps is clunky, inefficient, and can delay testing schedules.</div>
<p><strong>2. Manual Device Registration</strong></p>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Registering devices one by one in the Apple Developer Portal is tedious and leaves room for human error.</div>
<p><strong>3. Updating Provisioning Profiles</strong></p>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Adding new devices requires updating provisioning profiles, which can disrupt workflows and lead to delays if forgotten.</div>
<p><strong>4. Managing Device Limits </strong></p>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Apple limits each developer account to 100 devices, making it essential to track, organize, and remove unused devices carefully.</div>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">These hurdles can create bottlenecks, extend development cycles, and frustrate developers and testers alike.</div>
<h2>How Appcircle Simplifies AdHoc Distribution</h2>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Appcircle’s Apple Devices feature addresses these challenges head-on, offering tools to make device management seamless and efficient.</div>
<h3>1. Easy Device Registration via Email</h3>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph"><a href="https://docs.appcircle.io/testing-distribution/create-or-select-a-distribution-profile#device-registration-ios-only" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span role="link">Skip the hassle of collecting UDIDs manually. With Appcircle</span></a>:</div>
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<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b0">Send email invitations to testers to gather device information.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b0">Collect UDIDs automatically—no iTunes or third-party apps required.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b0">Track invitation statuses and manage them from one dashboard.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b0">Cancel unused invitations effortlessly.</li>
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<h3>2. Automatic Sync with Apple Developer Portal</h3>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph"><a href="https://docs.appcircle.io/account/my-organization/security/credentials/adding-an-app-store-connect-api-key" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span role="link">Appcircle integrates directly with Apple Developer Portal</span></a> for real-time updates:</div>
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<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b1">Fetch <a href="https://docs.appcircle.io/signing-identities/apple-devices#fetching-registered-devices" target="_blank" rel="noopener">all registered devices automatically</a> using an App Store Connect API key.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b1">Keep your device list updated without manual intervention.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b1">View and manage devices centrally, all in one place.</li>
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<h3>3. Centralized Device and Profile Management</h3>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph"><a href="/testing-distribution#apple-device-registration" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span role="link">Managing devices and provisioning profiles</span></a> has never been easier:</div>
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<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b2">Quickly add or remove devices and sync them with Apple Developer accounts.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b2">Update provisioning profiles automatically to include new devices.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b2">Easily switch devices between multiple Apple Developer accounts.</li>
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<h3>4. <a href="https://docs.appcircle.io/signing-identities/apple-devices#filtering-devices-by-apple-developer-accounts" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span role="link">Advanced Filtering and Status Management</span></a></h3>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Stay organized and on top of Apple’s 100-device limit with powerful filtering tools:</div>
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<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b3">Sort devices by status or associated developer accounts.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b3">Enable or disable devices with a single click.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b3">Keep your device list clean and compliant.</li>
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<h3>5. <a href="https://docs.appcircle.io/signing-identities/apple-devices#invited-users" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span role="link">Manual Device Registration and Invitation Tracking</span></a></h3>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">For added flexibility, Appcircle allows manual device registration:</div>
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<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b4">Add UDIDs manually when needed.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b4">Register these devices directly with the Apple Developer Portal.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b4">Track the status of manual invitations alongside automated ones.</li>
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<h2>Why Developers Love Appcircle’s Apple Devices Feature</h2>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">With Appcircle, you no longer need to juggle multiple tools or worry about missing critical steps in the AdHoc distribution process. By automating device registration and provisioning profile updates, Appcircle empowers developers to focus on what they do best—building and testing great apps.</div>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Key benefits include:</div>
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<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b5"><strong>Time Savings</strong>: Automating repetitive tasks cuts hours from your workflow.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b5"><strong>Error Reduction</strong>: Centralized and automated tools minimize manual mistakes.</li>
<li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-e6e9ec51-4296-4962-8632-84001d0a896b5"><strong>Improved Organization</strong>: A single platform to manage devices and provisioning profiles keeps everything in order.</li>
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">AdHoc distribution is a vital part of iOS app development, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Appcircle’s Apple Devices feature streamlines the entire process, from registering devices to managing provisioning profiles, saving you time and reducing headaches.</div>
<div class="scriptor-paragraph">Simplify your workflows, improve your testing efficiency, and stay focused on creating amazing apps. <a href="http://my.appcircle.io/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Try Appcircle today</a> and experience the difference streamlined device management can make for your team.</div>
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