Private iOS App Deployment & Update Setup (No Public App Store Release)

I am looking for an experienced iOS developer to help me deploy and manage a private iOS (iPhone) application using official Apple-approved private distribution methods.

⚠️ This app must NOT be published publicly on the App Store.
The application is for my personal/private use only.

Deployment Requirements (Must Be Followed)

Private Application Only

The app is for personal/private use

Must not be accessible to the public or searchable on the App Store

No Public App Store Listing

The app must NOT be published publicly

No public App Store visibility under any circumstances

Official & Legal Apple Distribution

Use Apple-approved private distribution only

Phase 1: TestFlight (Internal Testing)

Phase 2: Ad Hoc Distribution or Apple-approved Custom/Private Distribution

No policy circumvention, no enterprise misuse

iOS (iPhone) Only

Android is NOT required

iPad support is optional (can be disabled)

Updates Must Be Supported

The app must be updatable using the chosen private distribution method

Clear instructions for future updates are required

Scope of Work

Configure Apple Developer certificates & provisioning profiles

Set up App Store Connect correctly

Prepare and upload builds (Xcode / Transporter)

Configure TestFlight internal testing

Set up final private distribution (Ad Hoc or equivalent)

Versioning & update strategy

Provide clear documentation for future updates

Ensure full compliance with Apple policies

Important Notes (Please Read Carefully)

I own the app and source code

I will provide access to my own Apple Developer account

I will NOT ask you to use your Apple Developer account

No account selling, renting, or sharing

Only apply if you have real experience with private iOS distribution

Deliverables

Successfully deployed private iOS app

App available only to authorized devices/users

Verified update process

Documentation explaining how updates will be handled