Publishing Your Playlab App

Learn how to publish and share your Playlab app with others

Publishing an app allows you to share your Playlab creation with others in your workspace or with the broader Playlab community. This guide will walk you through the process of publishing your app and making it available to your intended audience.

Account Required

To publish a Playlab app, you must:

• Have an active Playlab account
• Be logged into Playlab
• Have permission to publish apps in your workspace

Share Your Work

Publishing your app allows others to use it, provide feedback, and potentially remix it to create new variations. It’s a great way to contribute to the Playlab community.

Watch How to Publish a Playlab App

Watch a short clip of how to publish a Playlab app.

Publishing Process

1. Review Your App

   Ensure your app is ready for others to use before publishing.

   1. Test your app thoroughly in preview mode
   2. Check that all features work as expected
   3. Review the app’s title, description, and prompts for clarity and functionality
   4. Ensure all necessary references are included
2. Publish the App

   Access the publishing options from your app’s editor.

   1. Click the “Publish” button in the top-right corner of the editor

      

   2. Choose your publishing scope:

      • Not Published - This is on by default. Only creators of the app can edit the app.
      • Workspace only - Available to members of your workspace.
      • Playlab - Available to anybody who has a Playlab account.
      • Public - Available to the entire Playlab community.

   3. Add some instructions in the Design tab.

   4. Click “Publish” to make your app available.

3. Share Your Published App

   Make it easy for others to find and use your app.

   1. Copy the direct link to your published app
   2. Share the link with colleagues, friends, or in a LMS
   3. Embed your app on your website or blog (if Enterprise member)
   4. Encourage others to try your app and provide feedback
   5. Apply feedback to iterate on your app
   6. Consider sharing in the Playlab Community Slack

Publishing Best Practices

When publishing a Playlab app, keep these tips in mind:

• Test your app with different inputs to ensure it works for all users
• Test edge cases to make sure your app is robust
• Provide clear instructions within your app on how to use it in your app description and design tab
• Update your app regularly based on user feedback
• Consider creating a video demo to showcase your app’s features
• Make sure the right permission is selected before sharing
• If your app is meant to be private or only for a few select people, make sure you publish in a private workspace

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I unpublish my app after I've published it?

Yes, you can unpublish your app at any time. Navigate to your app in the workspace, click on the “Publish” menu, and select “Not Published.” This will remove it from public view or workspace visibility, depending on your original publishing scope.

Note that if users have already remixed your app, their remixes will continue to exist independently.

Can I update my app after publishing it?

Absolutely! You can continue to make changes to your app after publishing. Simply make your edits in the editor and click “Update Published Version” to push your changes to the published app.

Keep in mind that significant changes might confuse existing users, so consider adding a “What’s New” section to your app description when making major updates.

Who can see my published app?

This depends on your publishing scope:

• If published to your workspace only, only members of your workspace can see and use your app.
• If published publicly, anyone in the Playlab community can discover and use your app.

You can always change the publishing scope later if you want to expand or restrict access.

Will I receive credit for apps I publish?

Yes, your name (or username) will be displayed as the creator of the app. If someone remixes your app, your original app will be credited as the source.

Can I monetize my published apps?

Currently, Playlab does not offer direct monetization features for published apps. However, you can use your published apps to showcase your skills and expertise, which might lead to professional opportunities.

What happens if my app contains sensitive information?

Be careful not to include sensitive or confidential information in apps you publish publicly. Any information included in your app’s prompts, instructions, or references could potentially be viewed by others.

For apps containing sensitive information, publish to your workspace only or keep them in draft mode.

Can I see how many people have used my published app?

Not yet, Playlab is working on providing analytics for published apps. You will be able to see metrics such as the number of views, uses, and remixes. These analytics can help you understand how popular your app is and how users are engaging with it.

How do I feature my app in the Playlab Community?

The most popular and high-quality apps may be featured in the Playlab Community. To increase your chances:

• Create a polished, useful app with a clear purpose
• Gather positive feedback and engagement from users
• Share your app widely to increase its usage

The Playlab team regularly reviews apps for featuring in the community showcase.

Need Support?

If you encounter any issues during the publishing process:

• Contact us at [e-mail]

Last updated: March 21, 2025