Xcode requirement

Do I need Xcode to upload my iOS app?

You can upload your iOS app build (IPA file) to App Store Connect using Apple’s Transporter app on macOS. In most cases, this does not require Xcode. However, some users face issues where Transporter fails unless Xcode or Xcode Command Line Tools are installed.

Why does this happen?

Missing developer tools

• Some macOS systems lack developer frameworks and libraries that Transporter depends on.

• Installing Xcode or its Command Line Tools often resolves sign-in or delivery errors.

Dependency on legacy components

• Transporter replaced the old Application Loader (which shipped with Xcode).

• On some machines, Transporter still relies on background components that are normally bundled with Xcode.

Different macOS environments

• If a Mac has never had Xcode installed, Transporter may not work correctly.

• Macs that already have developer tools tend to run Transporter without issues.

Transporter not working?

If you encounter problems while upload your app on the Transporter app, install the Xcode Command Line Tools from the App Store first. If the issue persists, install the full Xcode app to ensure Transporter works smoothly.

Premium plan users don’t need the Transporter app or Xcode. They can upload their iOS app directly from the Publish section of their AppMySite dashboard