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I have been transfered an app and I am releasing an update using react-native, what do I need to be able to get the same signing key?

The original user told me the alias and password? Is this enough or do i need the actual signing file, if I am supposed to create the file do I need to answer all the questions in the same way to get the same signing key?

Thanks for any help

Adam Katz
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You need the actual .keystore file itself (with password and alias) as you will not be able to re-generate it, even using the same values for each of the parameters with the keygen tool. Without it you won't be able to publish any updates to the Play Store. This applies regardless of using React Native or otherwise as has been discussed on this question.

From the React Native Docs:

Once you publish the app on the Play Store, you will need to republish your app under a different package name (losing all downloads and ratings) if you want to change the signing key at any point. So backup your keystore and don't forget the passwords.

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