Play Console Update 2026/03/11 Vol. 2
The Google Play Console is full of surprises—and not always the good kind.
While moving from Internal to Closed testing, I hit a snag I didn't see coming: my testers were being prompted to pay for the app. It turns out that unless you specifically set up License Testing, Google treats Closed testers like regular customers. My original internal testers never mentioned this because they were already exempt, leaving me totally in the dark until Vojta reached out and I thank you him again. I am deeply sorry for the confusion caused.
I had already promised my testers that they would receive the full version of the app for free once testing ends, regardless of the final price. To honor that commitment and to provide a safety net for anyone still facing licensing issues, I’ve generated a batch of promo codes. These will be distributed after the closed testing phase concludes, ensuring everyone gets the full access they were promised.
How to bypass it?
Now the license testing is turned on. Click on price and select "Testovací karta" to pay. The payment is going to be simulated and app will be downloaded for free.
