使用PhoneGap Build构建IPA时iTunes Connect提示Info.plist密钥缺失如何解决？

Hey there, I’ve run into this exact issue before with PhoneGap Build and iTunes Connect—let’s get you sorted out quickly!

Apple’s App Store now requires every app that accesses sensitive privacy data (like location services) to clearly explain to users why that permission is needed. The errors you’re seeing mean your app is trying to use location features, but hasn’t included the required explanation strings in the Info.plist file.

Here’s how to fix it in PhoneGap Build: #

You don’t need to manually edit the Info.plist file directly—PhoneGap lets you configure this through your project’s config.xml file.

1. Open your project’s root config.xml file
2. Find the <platform name="ios"> section (if it doesn’t exist, add it)
3. Paste the following code inside the iOS platform tag:

<edit-config target="NSLocationAlwaysUsageDescription" file="*-Info.plist" mode="merge">
    <string>Replace this with your real reason for needing always-on location access—e.g., "We need constant access to your location to send you real-time emergency alerts and track your daily commute."</string>
</edit-config>
<edit-config target="NSLocationWhenInUseUsageDescription" file="*-Info.plist" mode="merge">
    <string>Replace this with your real reason for needing location access while using the app—e.g., "We access your location only when you’re using the app to show nearby restaurants and directions."</string>
</edit-config>

Important notes: #

• Be specific with your descriptions: Apple will reject apps if the explanation is vague or doesn’t match your app’s actual use of location services.
• Only include what you need: If your app doesn’t require always-on location access (most apps don’t), you can remove the NSLocationAlwaysUsageDescription entry entirely. Just make sure you keep the one that matches how your app uses location.
• Rebuild after changes: Save your config.xml, re-upload your project to PhoneGap Build, and generate a new IPA. This new build will include the required Info.plist keys.

Once you’ve got the new IPA, upload it to iTunes Connect and those errors should disappear!

内容的提问来源于stack exchange，提问作者Maheshvirus