Mobile Development

Code Signing

/kəʊd ˈsaɪnɪŋ/

Definition

Cryptographically signing the app binary to verify its identity and integrity for the App Store or enterprise distribution.

Example in context

"Build failed in CI because the distribution certificate expired — code signing requires a valid profile and cert."

Practice this term

Master Code Signing in context by working through exercises in the Mobile Development module. You'll see the term used in real engineering scenarios with multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and matching drills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Code Signing" mean?

Cryptographically signing the app binary to verify its identity and integrity for the App Store or enterprise distribution.

How do you pronounce "Code Signing"?

"Code Signing" is pronounced /kəʊd ˈsaɪnɪŋ/.

Can you use "Code Signing" in a sentence?

"Build failed in CI because the distribution certificate expired — code signing requires a valid profile and cert."