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Waited Almost a Month, Only to Get Rejected for “Hidden Features” and “Minimum Functionality”
Apple’s review process this time has been incredibly frustrating. My app waited almost a month before it was finally reviewed, and then it was rejected under: Guideline 2.3.1(a) - Hidden Features Apple claimed that the app contains hidden features. Guideline 4.2 - Minimum Functionality Apple claimed that the app provides limited functionality and feels too similar to a web browsing experience. But that does not match my app at all. It is a native social alarm clock app with features including: Alarm scheduling with AlarmKit Real-time voice rooms Live Activities Widgets Siri Shortcuts / App Intents QR code invitation scanning Apple Music custom ringtones Push notifications This is clearly not just a wrapped website. The only WebView usage is for standard settings pages such as Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, and FAQ. What makes it even more frustrating is that now, whether I wait for Apple’s reply or resubmit the app, I have no idea how long it will take. In the past, Apple Developer Support at least offered phone support for real-time help. Recently, I’ve only been seeing email as the contact option, and after waiting a long time, the reply often feels like a generic AI-written template that does not actually help. It really makes Apple feel increasingly dismissive of developers. Even an app with in-app purchases, which also makes money for Apple, can get stuck in review for this long. Meanwhile, my coworker submitted an app without in-app purchases later than I did, and it was approved within a week. It is hard not to feel frustrated by how inconsistent and opaque the review process has become.
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