Fastlane is a powerful automation tool that simplifies the process of building, testing, and deploying iOS apps. One of its popular features is the ability to seamlessly deploy apps to TestFlight. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to use Fastlane to deploy your iOS app to TestFlight.

1. Installing Fastlane

Before we begin, you need to have Fastlane installed. If you haven’t already, you can install it using the following command:

$ gem install fastlane

2. Setting Up Fastlane

Navigate to your project directory and run:

$ fastlane init

This command will guide you through the setup process, asking for your Apple ID and other details.

3. Configuring Fastfile

Fastlane’s Fastfile contains the automation scripts. For deploying to TestFlight, you can use the pilot action. Here’s a sample configuration:

lane :beta do
  build_app(scheme: "YourScheme")
  pilot(skip_waiting_for_build_processing: true)
end

This lane builds the app and then uploads it to TestFlight.

4. Deploying to TestFlight

With everything set up, you can now deploy your app to TestFlight by running:

```bash $ fastlane beta ``

5. Conclusion

Fastlane offers a streamlined way to deploy iOS apps to TestFlight, eliminating the need for manual processes. By integrating Fastlane into your development workflow, you can save time and ensure consistent deployments.