--- title: "Find your iOS app bundle ID easily" canonical_url: "https://www.nutrient.io/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/finding-the-bundle-id/" md_url: "https://www.nutrient.io/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/finding-the-bundle-id.md" last_updated: "2026-05-15T15:53:41.581Z" description: "Learn how to find the bundle ID of your iOS app using iTunes, IPA files, and device tools. Get step-by-step instructions and tips." --- # How to find your iOS app bundle ID quickly There’s no way to look up [bundle IDs](https://www.nutrient.io/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/what-is-a-bundle-id.md) in the Apple iOS App Store directly. To find the identifier, you'll need to look at a file inside your app. ## If your app is in the App Store 1. Find the app online (search for the iTunes link). This example uses [Apple Pages](https://itunes.apple.com/app/pages/id361309726?mt=8). 2. Copy the number after the ID in the URL — here it’s 361309726. 3. Open https://itunes.apple.com/lookup?id=361309726, replacing the ID with the one you’re looking up. 4. Search the output for bundleID. In this example, it looks like this (next to a bunch of other data): `"bundleId":"com.apple.Pages"`. So for Apple, the bundle ID is `com.apple.Pages`. ## If you have the IPA file directly 1. Copy the `.ipa` file and rename the extension to `.zip`. (So, for example, `Pages.ipa` will become `Pages.zip`.) 2. Unzip the ZIP file. You’ll get a new folder named the same way as the original ZIP file. 3. Search for the `iTunesMetadata.plist` file in the new folder. 4. Open the file with a text editor and search for `softwareVersionBundleId`. For example, for the Pages app, the bundle ID is `com.apple.Pages`.![iTunes Metadata Plist](https://www.nutrient.io/@/assets/guides/ios/faq/itunesMetadata-plist.png) You can also use iTunes to download the app’s `.ipa` file directly and then find the bundle ID, like shown below.![iTunes App File Download](https://www.nutrient.io/@/assets/guides/ios/faq/itunes-app-ipa.png) ## If you only have the app on your phone 1. Use a tool like [iExplorer](https://www.macroplant.com/iexplorer/), which allows you to browse your device storage directly. 2. Connect your iPhone/iPad to your Mac via USB and open iExplorer or a similar utility. 3. Open the Apps folder on your device and locate the app you’re interested in. 4. Locate the `iTunesMetadata.plist` file and follow the steps above that you used to unpack the `.ipa` file. As of Nutrient iOS SDK 5, [you can use this technique to identify the SDK version as well](https://www.nutrient.io/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/getting-the-currently-used-version.md). ## FAQ #### How do I find the app bundle ID in Xcode? Open Xcode and navigate to your project settings. Under the "General" tab, locate the "Bundle Identifier" field, which contains your app’s bundle ID. #### Why is the app bundle ID important for iOS development? The bundle ID uniquely identifies your app across the iOS ecosystem, ensuring there are no conflicts with other apps. It’s crucial for app submission to the App Store and for using specific Apple services. #### Can I change my app’s bundle ID after it’s been created? Changing the bundle ID of an app that’s already published can lead to complications, as the App Store treats it as a new app. It’s generally not recommended unless you’re still in the development phase. #### What is the format of an iOS app bundle ID? An iOS app bundle ID is usually formatted like a reverse domain name, such as com.companyname.appname, to ensure uniqueness. #### How can I retrieve the bundle ID from an installed app? To retrieve the bundle ID from an installed app, you can use tools like iExplorer or view the app’s package information via the device settings. --- ## Related pages - [How to add the license key for your Flutter app](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/add-license-key.md) - [Flutter Configuration Problems](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/flutter-configuration-problems.md) - [Ios Flutter Platform Not Detected](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/ios-flutter-platform-not-detected.md) - [Cocoapods Conflicts With Asdf](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/cocoapods-conflicts-with-asdf.md) - [Manage status bar appearance in Flutter](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/view-controller-based-status-bar-appearance.md) - [How to find your current SDK version](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/getting-the-currently-used-version.md) - [Pspdfkit Widget Appcompat Activity Issue](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/pspdfkit-widget-appcompat-activity-issue.md) - [Using Android Gradle Plugin 7](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/using-android-gradle-plugin-7.md) - [What Is An App Id](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/what-is-an-app-id.md) - [Understanding bundle IDs for iOS app development](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/what-is-a-bundle-id.md) - [Measurement Magnifier Not Working On Android](/guides/flutter/troubleshooting/measurement-magnifier-not-working-on-android.md)