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MFi PPID Request Process


Apple Approval Process for Distributing Apps Utilizing Brother MFi Printers

A Product Plan ID (PPID) issued by Apple is required to distribute an Apple App Store application.  Brother can submit your request directly when using Brother’s MFi Printer SDK. The PPID is only required for apps distributed via Apple’s App Store.
Follow the instructions below to submit your request.  Brother will notify you if your application is approved or denied.

    [PPID Submission Process]
  1. Enroll the Apple iOS Developer Program.
  2. Download Brother Print SDK for iPhone/iPad.
  3. Develop your application.
  4. Apply using the Application Information form.
  5. Brother submits your application information to Apple.
  6. Apple notifies Brother if the PPID has been granted or denied.
  7. Brother will notify you if denied or granted. If granted, Brother will provide the PPID.
  8. Submit your application to App Store and enter the PPID in the App metadata review note field.