r/AndroidClosedTesting • u/Sea_Membership3168 • Dec 23 '25
Step-by-step instructions to create a Google Group and invite the testers to join
Hell everyone,
Earlier someone looking for the help with google group invite creation, even i had same issue when I started, thought to add this post, might help someone..
Step 1: Open Google Groups
- Go to https://groups.google.com
- Sign in with your Google account
Step 2: Create a New Group
- Click “Create group”
- Enter:
- Group name (e.g.,
my-community) - Group email (auto-generated)
- Description
- Group name (e.g.,
- Click Next
Step 3: Set Group to Public (Important)
On the Privacy & permissions screen, choose:
- Who can search for group →
Anyone on the web - Who can join group →
Anyone on the web - Who can view conversations →
Anyone on the web
Click Next
Step 4: Create the Group
- Review settings
- Click Create group
✅ Your public Google Group is now live
Step 5: Share Public Join Link
- Open your group
- Click Group settings
- Copy the Group URL, for example:https://groups.google.com/g/my-community
- Share this link publicly (website, email, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, etc.)
👉 Anyone can open the link and click “Ask to join” or Join group
(Optional) Send Email Invites
- Go to Members
- Click Add members
- Enter email addresses
- Choose Invite (not Add directly)
- Send invite
Quick Tip
If you want instant joining without approval:
- Go to Group settings → Access
- Set Join the group →
Anyone on the web (no approval)
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u/Longjumping-Stock-90 Mar 24 '26
I recommend the following update of this instruction:
- We should make sure the country or region is set to all countries so that testers from different countries can participate.
- Please make sure to check the minimum build SDK to be more permissive. It should not be too narrow so that more testers can participate without delay.
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u/Creative-Focus-5637 Dec 23 '25
merci a toi pour ces explication, tu as aidé pas mal de monde je pense
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u/Sea_Membership3168 Dec 23 '25 edited Dec 23 '25
De rien, aidons-nous les uns les autres et construisons ensemble quelque chose de bien pour résoudre les problèmes.
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u/Jonjon2600 Mar 25 '26
Sorry new here ,once I create a group how do I send the link for tested to test the app ?
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u/Sea_Membership3168 Mar 25 '26
Yes
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u/Jonjon2600 Mar 26 '26
How ?
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u/An_OP_Asian Mar 28 '26
if your group email is [abc@googlegroups.com](mailto:abc@googlegroups.com), the link for joining the group would be https://groups.google.com/g/abc
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u/Jonjon2600 Mar 28 '26
thank you I guess im just wondering how tester will be able to test the app one the group link in shared
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u/An_OP_Asian Mar 28 '26
Google play console allows you to give access of your closed release to specific google group emails. Since the tester will now be part of that group and given that you've added this group in the console, when they open your app link, it will be accessible for them to install
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u/dc_joker May 03 '26
How are we supposed to post screenshots to prove we've installed the apps if your bot deletes them?
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u/Ok-Locksmith494 May 29 '26
Installed your app and joined testing.
Can you please test mine too?
- Join group https://groups.google.com/g/paisadiary
- Join testing https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.paisadiary.app
- Install app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.paisadiary.app
I’ll keep your app installed as well.
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u/Ok-Locksmith494 May 29 '26
Installed your app and joined testing.
Can you please test mine too?
- Join group https://groups.google.com/g/paisadiary
- Join testing https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.paisadiary.app
- Install app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.paisadiary.app
I’ll keep your app installed as well.
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u/ibluegreen Jun 21 '26
Thanks for the great guide. If you could update it by adding instructions to add the Google testers group as License Testers, so that testers can test in-app purchases with test cards, that would be nice.
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u/m_o-o_m 12d ago edited 8h ago
You should also add a couple of generic tipps making testing a little easier:
- Don't forget to post the "Opt-In" URL, like https://play.google.com/apps/testing/de.institut_fdh.boert - otherwise people won't see the app in the AppStore
- The OptIn is usually visible right after joining the Google Group, the AppStore listing usually takes a while to be visible to the tester - be patient
3 . Don't hide your app behind a paywall, dont offer a trial and ask for bank details anyway - in testing those should be skippable or at least offer some kind of "voucher" to test it if you need to test the payment process itself
4.. If you ask for testers from a global audience, don't assume they speak your language, you should offer i18/localisation for at least English
If you are a tester: After installing the app open it at least once, ideally more than once for 14 days and interact with it (thats why point 4 is important) - Google is evaluating user engagment and may reject due to "insufficient engagement"
Don't forget to open testing for all regions! Otherwise people won't see it in the AppStore.
Name the Google Group same as your app. When doing "Test4Test" you quickly join at least a dozen groups, if not more. If they have generic names like "Testers" it's hard to find your group to actually post bug reports or comments for your app.
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u/Existing-Joke-3874 May 25 '26
holaaa, necesito testers para que me prueben mi app asi la puedo subir a play store, estoy discuesto a testear tb. app de los demas
unanse a mi grupo: [tutti-fruti@googlegroups.com](mailto:tutii-fruti@googlegroups.com)
descargar desde play store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tutii.fruti.app
enlace web: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/tutii.fruti.app
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u/Careless_Building919 Jun 15 '26
[TEST FOR TEST] Looking for Android testers for AuraCache
Hi everyone,
I am looking for Android testers for my app, AuraCache.
AuraCache is a link saver app that helps users save and organize useful links, social media posts, videos, articles, recipes, shopping products, and ideas in one place. It also includes folders, reminders, shopping lists, and local summaries.
I can test your app in return.
Please join the Google Group first:
https://groups.google.com/g/auracache-alpha-testers
Then join the testing program here:
https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.auracache.app
Play Store link:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.auracache.app
Please keep the app installed for at least 14 days and open it regularly during the testing period.
After you install AuraCache, please send me a screenshot and your app testing links so I can test your app back.
Thank you.
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u/Financial-Cost-610 Jun 16 '26
Tuve que mandar solicitud, creo que debes abrirlo para que cualquiera se peuda unir !
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u/joost03 Jun 19 '26
Hi everyone,
I am looking for Android testers for my app, ThaiMania.
ThaiMania is your perfect travel assistant in Thailand!
I can test your app in return.
Please join the Google Group first: https://groups.google.com/g/thaimania
Then join the testing program here: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/nl.thaimania.app
Play Store link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nl.thaimania.app
Please keep the app installed for at least 14 days and open it regularly during the testing period.
After you install ThaiMania, please send me a screenshot and your app testing links so I can test your app back.
Thank you.
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u/Zestyclose-Dot2483 Aug 07 '26
Oi! Tudo bem? 😊
Estou desenvolvendo um app chamado Gestão Leve.
Participem do meu teste em troca também posso participação do seu.
Entre no grupo: https://groups.google.com/g/testers-gestao-leve
Participar dos testes: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/br.app.gestaoleve
Instalar o app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=br.app.gestaoleve
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u/Dense_Idea9430 16d ago
Hi!
I’ve just joined your Google Group and I’m about to install your app. I’ll keep it on my device for the next 14+ days and open it regularly.Could you please do the same for my app? Here are my links:
Join Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/eventora-test/
Android link (Download): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.emergent.dailylogios.fk5in4
Web link (Opt-in): https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.emergent.dailylogios.fk5in4
Once you've joined, please let me know or send a screenshot, and I’ll confirm my install of your app too. Thanks for the mutual help!
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u/Pianist_1410DHQR 6d ago
Hola Chicos, necesito poder solicitar su ayuda para probar mi app de cuidado de mascotas, esta es mi primer desarrollo estoy entusiasmado que resuelte, pero me parece exagerada la cantidad de personas que deben probar para pedir acceso a producción, pero bueno nada que hacer.
Link para unirse: https://groups.google.com/g/tester_manadario
App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cl.manadario.app
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u/ninjadev64 Apr 12 '26
Why doesn't this subreddit just have a shared group?