Duck Test

DEVELOPER GUIDE

A streamlined, high-velocity manual for launching your app. Follow these 4 simple steps to clear the 20-tester requirement.

1

Create App & Copy Email Group

Duck Test app creation interface

Begin by creating your application in the Duck Test dashboard. Select your preferred testing group type:

  • Shared Group: Immediate access to communal tester pool.
  • Premium Group: Exclusive dedicated accounts for your app.
  • Custom Group: Integrate your own Google Group for full control.
2

Add Group to Closed Testing

Google Play Console testing setup

Go to your Google Play Console and follow these specific actions:

  • check_circleNavigate to Release > Closed Testing
  • check_circleSelect the Testers tab
  • check_circlePaste the Duck Test email group address
3

Verify Opt-in Success

Verify opt-in success dashboard

Monitor your progress in the Play Console feedback dashboard. Opt-ins typically finish within 24 hours.

Pro Tip: Duck Test handles verification handshakes automatically. You'll see the numbers rise as testers join.

4

Setup Custom Email Group

Google Groups setup guide
Google Groups setup guide
Google Groups setup guide

Want to manage your own private testing group? Create a Google Group first and then:

  • Configure membership settings to allow external invites
    • Anyone on the web can search
    • Anyone can join
  • Maintain full ownership of the tester list and access logs