我的应用状态已变为Invalid Binary，咨询可能的问题原因

Hey there, let's break down why you might be seeing that "Invalid Binary" status for your app—this is a super common issue, and there are a handful of typical culprits to check:

• Code Signing & Provisioning Profile Issues
  This is the #1 cause more often than not. Double-check that:

  • Your app is signed with a valid distribution certificate that hasn't expired.
  • The provisioning profile you're using matches the bundle ID of your app, and it's set up for distribution (not development).
  • You didn't accidentally use a development profile when uploading to App Store Connect.
  • If you're using Xcode, make sure the Signing & Capabilities tab has the correct settings for your target.

• Binary File Corruption
  Sometimes the build process glitches, leading to a corrupted binary. Try:

  • Cleaning your build folder in Xcode (Cmd+Shift+K), then rebuilding from scratch.
  • Exporting the IPA file again and verifying it's not corrupted before uploading. You can run codesign -vvv /path/to/your.ipa in Terminal to check the signature integrity.

• Invalid Bundle Structure or Contents
  App Store Connect is strict about what's allowed in your binary. Watch out for:

  • Files with invalid characters in their names (like spaces, special characters beyond basic letters/numbers).
  • Hidden system files (like .DS_Store) accidentally included in the bundle.
  • Unsupported architectures—make sure you're only building for required ones (arm64 for modern iOS, no 32-bit unless absolutely necessary).
  • Missing or incorrectly configured Info.plist keys (e.g., CFBundleVersion, CFBundleShortVersionString are mandatory).

• Violation of App Store Guidelines
  Even if your binary builds fine, it might get flagged if it includes:

  • Private APIs that aren't permitted. Use Xcode's Static Analyzer or tools like otool to scan for forbidden frameworks/methods.
  • Malicious code, copyrighted content, or features that violate Apple's policies (like hidden trackers, non-compliant in-app purchase flows).

• Upload Process Errors
  Sometimes the issue is with how you uploaded the binary:

  • Did the upload complete fully? A network interruption mid-upload can leave you with an incomplete binary.
  • Try using Application Loader instead of Xcode's direct upload if you're hitting issues—it often provides more detailed error messages.

1. First, check the App Store Connect Notification Center—Apple almost always sends a detailed email explaining exactly why the binary was rejected. Don't skip this! It's the fastest way to pinpoint the root cause.
2. If the email is vague, go through each of the points above one by one, starting with code signing since that's the most frequent culprit.
3. After making fixes, rebuild and re-upload the binary. The status should update once Apple processes the new submission.

内容的提问来源于stack exchange，提问作者amin19