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Huawei AppGallery ASO Guide 2026: Ranking Factors, Keywords, Assets and HarmonyOS
"Let's start with some painful numbers: according to figures attributed to Huawei Developers, search accounted for 48% of downloads on Huawei AppGallery in 2025, making it one of the most complex stores in China in terms of ranking factors."
In other words, whether users can find your app, and whether they download it once they do, is half decided by Huawei's search algorithm.
For overseas developers: Huawei AppGallery (华为应用市场) is preinstalled on Huawei and Honor-era devices and is one of the largest Android app stores in mainland China, where Google Play isn't available. It's also the store for HarmonyOS, Huawei's own operating system.
Anyone who does ASO knows Huawei's rules are completely different from Apple's or Tencent MyApp's: it has its own ranking logic, its own review process, and even "hidden bonus points" from the HarmonyOS ecosystem. Many developers have stumbled here: keywords indexed, then rankings dropped; reviews boosted, then down-ranked…
This article covers the underlying logic, practical techniques and pitfalls of Huawei ASO in one go. 70% hard information + 30% hands-on experience, ready to use as soon as you've read it.
Editor's note: Huawei does not publish its ranking formula. The traffic shares and weight percentages below are the original author's estimates and observations; treat them as directional.
1. Huawei AppGallery's traffic ecosystem: why ASO matters
1.1 Traffic landscape: how Huawei is "different"
With so many Android stores in China, what makes Huawei special?
| Dimension | Huawei AppGallery | Other Android stores |
|---|---|---|
| Search weighting | Keyword match + user behavior, both heavily weighted | Lean toward download volume |
| Ecosystem | Deeply tied to HarmonyOS, with a bonus for native apps | No special ecosystem weighting |
| Review strictness | Very high, with 50+ rejection reasons | Relatively relaxed |
| Rating system | Real users weigh heavily; fake reviews get caught | Some room for review farms |
Huawei's users have a distinctive profile: strong spending power, high willingness to pay, frequent phone upgrades (Mate and P series users). That means if you optimize well on Huawei, the users you acquire may be the highest quality of any channel.
1.2 Traffic sources
AppGallery's main traffic entry points:
- Search (48%): the main ASO battleground, driven by users actively searching
- Categories / recommendation slots (25%): chosen by Huawei's operations team; you need to meet Featured standards
- Charts (15%): download and rising charts, requiring lots of downloads in a short time
- External traffic (12%): natural downloads from ROM preinstalls and brand exposure
Search is the most predictable source: optimize keywords, users find you, and you have a chance at the download. Recommendation slots and charts carry much more operational uncertainty.
1.3 Why ASO is especially valuable on Huawei
Many developers think ASO is just tweaking keywords.
On Huawei, ASO is worth far more than that:
- Brand moat: when people search your brand name, ranking above competitors keeps that traffic for you
- HarmonyOS dividend: the author reports that in 2026 Huawei gives HarmonyOS native apps an extra 10% weighting, a new opportunity
- Foundation for CPD ads: if you run search ads (cost-per-download), solid ASO can cut your ad conversion costs by 30% or more
Core point: Huawei ASO isn't a nice extra; it's infrastructure for acquiring quality users.
2. Huawei's search ranking algorithm in 2026
2.1 The underlying logic
Huawei's ranking algorithm has three parts: metadata, user behavior and ecosystem fit. They form a loop and influence each other.
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Huawei ranking weight loop │
│ │
│ ┌──────────┐ impressions ┌────────────┐ │
│ │ Metadata │ ───────────→ │ User │ │
│ │(keywords) │ │ behavior │ │
│ └────┬─────┘ │(downloads/ │ │
│ │ │ retention) │ │
│ │ └────┬───────┘ │
│ │ taps/downloads │ retention/activity │
│ └──────────←───────────────┘ │
│ weight increases │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
Impressions → taps → downloads → retention → higher weight → more impressions
2.2 Huawei's 2026 weighting (author's estimate)
| Factor | Share | Notes | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| App name / title | 30% | Core terms first; the primary entry point for search matching | ⭐⭐ |
| Backend keyword field | 20% | Adds long-tail and semantic terms; not displayed but counts toward matching | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| App description | 15% | First 200 characters are key; 3–5% keyword density | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Ratings and reviews | 15% | Genuine positive reviews mentioning keywords get extra weight | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Downloads / activity / retention | 10% | Downloads, day-3/day-7 retention, uninstall rate | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| HarmonyOS ecosystem fit | 10% | New in 2026! Bonus for HarmonyOS native + multi-device support | ⭐⭐ |
2.3 Each factor in depth
Factor 1: app name (30%), the core of the core
The app name is the first signal Huawei's algorithm uses to identify what your app is.
Key points:
- 64-character limit (note: not Apple's 30), though it isn't all displayed
- Core terms must come first: the first 16 characters matter most and carry the most weight
- Suggested format:
Brand – core feature term – scenario term
❌ Bad example:
XX视频播放器下载工具箱美化版
("XX Video Player Downloader Toolbox Beautified Edition": stuffed, no clear core term)
✅ Good examples:
夸克 - 极速浏览器
("Quark – Fast Browser": brand + core term first)
腾讯视频-HD-高清追剧神器
("Tencent Video – HD – High-Definition Binge-Watching": brand + device + scenario)
Factor 2: backend keyword field (20%), a hidden traffic gold mine
Users can't see this field, but the algorithm reads it. Many developers ignore it and waste 20% of their weight.
Rules:
- 90–100 characters, separated by English (half-width) commas
- No spaces or Chinese punctuation
- Structure: core terms (3–5) + long-tail terms (8–10) + scenario terms (3–5)
- No repeats, no irrelevant terms
Example (utility app):
华为助手,桌面美化,手机主题,壁纸锁屏,快捷工具,系统优化,实用工具
(Huawei helper, home screen customization, phone themes, wallpaper & lock screen, shortcut tools, system optimization, utilities)
Factor 3: app description (15%), balancing conversion and search
The description is a "double battlefield": it's read by the algorithm (keyword matching) and by people (conversion).
Golden rules for Huawei descriptions:
- The first 200 characters are the above-the-fold area and must include core keywords 2–3 times
- Overall density: 3–5%, no stuffing
- Structured writing: paragraphs, emphasis (simulated with spacing), numbered lists
Template (an 800-character description framework):
[Opening – pain point + solution]
Still struggling with XX? "App Name" solves it in one tap!
[Core features – one long-tail term per paragraph]
1. Feature one name (with keyword)
Details...
2. Feature two name (with keyword)
Details...
[User reviews – social proof]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A genuine user review: XX feature worked great for me" — Mr. Zhang
[HarmonyOS support – a 2026 bonus, only if true for your app]
✅ Built natively for HarmonyOS, works across all your devices
✅ Multi-device collaboration, seamless switching between phone and tablet
[Closing – call to action]
Download now and get more done!
Factors 4 and 5: downloads and user behavior, a long-term project
This is the hardest dimension to optimize and the biggest test of your operations skills.
Key metrics (author's benchmarks):
- Downloads: mostly organic; sudden spikes trigger risk controls
- Day-3 retention: 30%+ is considered healthy
- Day-7 retention: 15%+ is considered healthy
- Uninstall rate: above 40% leads to down-ranking
How to improve:
- Acquire well-targeted users (junk traffic drags down retention)
- Improve the product experience (the root fix for uninstalls)
- Keep a release rhythm (update every 3–4 weeks, adding relevant keywords each time)
Factor 6: HarmonyOS ecosystem fit (10%), the 2026 opportunity
According to the author, this is a new weighting dimension in Huawei's 2026 algorithm, and one many people haven't noticed yet.
HarmonyOS bonus points:
- Built with the HarmonyOS SDK (native app)
- Supports distributed capabilities / atomic services
- Works across devices (phone + tablet + car + watch)
- States "HarmonyOS native" in the description
Advice: only claim HarmonyOS capabilities your app actually has. The original author suggested Android-built apps tick "supports HarmonyOS features" and add HarmonyOS wording to their descriptions anyway; misleading metadata can get you rejected or penalized, so build the real support first. For filing requirements, see the HarmonyOS app filing guide.
3. The core four: name, intro, keywords and description
3.1 App name (30% weight)
Huawei naming rules:
- Up to 64 characters, but search results show only the first 26
- Must match the name in your APK / app
- No special characters (&, #, *, etc.)
Naming formula:
Brand name + separator + core feature terms (1–2) + scenario term (optional)
Three-step naming method:
- Pick core terms: find the top 3 terms by search volume in your category
- Put core terms first: make sure they appear within the first 16 characters
- Brand recall: add your brand name for recognition
Comparison:
| App type | ❌ Weak name | ✅ Strong name |
|---|---|---|
| Browser | "Fast browser, video player, download tool" | 夸克 - 极速浏览器 ("Quark – Fast Browser") |
| Weather | "Weather forecast calendar almanac" | 墨迹天气-精准预报 ("Moji Weather – Accurate Forecasts") |
| Finance | "Borrow money loans credit card repayment" | 省呗-智能还款管家 ("Shengbei – Smart Repayment Manager") |
3.2 One-line intro (80 characters)
The intro on Huawei has two layers:
- Displayed intro: the first 20 characters are visible and drive taps
- Full intro: 80 characters, affecting search matching
Strategy:
- First 20 characters: your core value proposition, to win the tap
- Remaining 60 characters: long-tail terms to cover more searches
Example:
First 20 characters: 极速省钱的信用卡还款助手 ("A fast, money-saving credit card repayment helper")
Full version: 极速省钱的信用卡还款助手|智能账单分析|多卡管理
("A fast, money-saving credit card repayment helper | Smart bill analysis | Multi-card management")
3.3 Keyword field layout (20% weight)
Key points:
- Length: fill the 90–100 character limit
- Separator: English commas only
- No repeats: each term once
- Layered: core terms + long-tail terms + scenario terms
Layered keyword strategy:
| Tier | Share | Traits | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core terms | 20% | High volume, high competition | browser, weather, borrow money |
| Long-tail terms | 60% | Medium volume, precise | credit card repayment, smart bills |
| Scenario terms | 20% | HarmonyOS-specific, niche scenarios | HarmonyOS native, cross-screen sync |
3.4 App description (15% weight)
Structured format:
[Paragraph 1: pain-point hook] (100 characters)
Problem + your solution + core keyword twice
[Paragraphs 2–4: features] (150 characters each)
One feature per paragraph + one long-tail keyword + text with images
[Paragraph 5: testimonials] (100 characters)
2–3 genuine reviews that mention keywords
[Paragraph 6: HarmonyOS] (80 characters)
Supported capabilities, for ecosystem weight
[Paragraph 7: call to action] (50 characters)
Download prompt + limited-time perk (optional)
4. Visual asset standards: icon, screenshots and video
4.1 Huawei asset specs (2026)
App icon
| Device | Resolution | Format | File size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone / tablet / watch | 216×216 px | PNG (recommended) or WEBP | PNG ≤500KB, WEBP ≤100KB |
| Smart screen (TV) | 307×172 px | PNG/JPG/WEBP | ≤2MB (PNG/JPG), ≤100KB (WEBP) |
Icon design tips:
- Clean, clear and highly recognizable
- Suits the tastes of Huawei's premium users
- No text (it blurs at small sizes)
- Flat design is recommended
- No infringing assets or brand symbols
Screenshots
| Device | Count | Resolution | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone / tablet (landscape) | 3–5 | 1280×720 | 16:9 |
| Phone / tablet (portrait) | 3–5 | 720×1280 | 9:16 |
| Watch | 4–8 | 840×840 | 1:1 |
| Smart screen | 5–8 | 1920×1080 or 1280×720 | 16:9 |
For other Chinese stores' sizes, see China app store screenshot sizes.
Screenshot plan:
First 3: core features (user pain point + the result)
4th: positive reviews / data (social proof)
5th: call to action (download now)
For each screenshot:
- Add short copy (feature highlight)
- Avoid too much text
- Show the real interface
- Before/after comparisons work even better
Video
| Type | Resolution | Length | Format | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intro video (landscape) | 1280×720 | 15s–2min | MOV/MP4 | ≤500MB |
| Intro video (portrait) | 720×1280 | 15s–2min | MOV/MP4 | ≤500MB |
| Recommendation video (joint-operation apps only) | 1600×1200 or 1200×900 | 15s–2min | MOV/MP4 | ≤500MB |
Video structure:
First 5s: pain point (resonate with users)
5–20s: feature demo (core actions)
20–30s: proof (user reviews / data)
End: call to action (download now)
4.2 Avoiding asset rejections
❌ Common rejection reasons:
- Icon size wrong (not 216×216)
- Screenshots contain other platforms' logos (e.g. "Available on iOS")
- Screenshots include status bar information
- Screenshot text too small or blurry
- Video contains absolute claims ("best", "No. 1")
- Screenshots don't match the app's actual features
✅ Tips for passing review:
- Icon: generate it from Huawei's official template
- Screenshots: capture on a real device and remove the status bar (see the status bar cleanup guide)
- Video: add Chinese subtitles; background music is optional
- All assets: use A/B testing beforehand to pick the higher-converting versions
5. Ratings and how to earn genuine 5-star reviews
5.1 Why ratings matter on Huawei
Ratings make up about 15% of Huawei's weighting, but their impact goes further:
- Above 4.5: noticeably higher download conversion
- Below 4.0: users hesitate even if you rank high
- Negative reviews with an official reply: can actually convert better
5.2 Huawei's review moderation
Huawei's review moderation is famously strict:
- Machine review + human re-review
- Reviews containing certain keywords trigger re-checks
- Suspected fake reviews are deleted outright
- Batches of reviews from the same IP trigger risk controls
Strictly prohibited:
- Paying people for fake positive reviews
- Offering rewards in exchange for positive reviews
- Using third-party review-boosting platforms
- Repeated positive reviews from the same device
5.3 Earning genuine positive reviews
Strategy 1: in-app rating prompt (officially allowed)
Huawei provides an in-app rating SDK that you can integrate and trigger at the right moments:
When to trigger:
- ✅ After users finish experiencing a core feature
- ✅ The first use after a version update
- ✅ When users reach a milestone (e.g. 7 days of use in a row)
- ❌ Not allowed: right after launch, or during uninstall
Prompt wording:
"How was your experience with [XX feature]? If you're happy, we'd love a 5-star review~"
(Gentle, not forced, no rewards promised)
Strategy 2: gently encourage feature mentions
When asking for reviews, you can gently invite users to mention features:
❌ Wrong:
"Write 'XX feature is great' in your review and send a screenshot for cashback"
(This is a violation and will get you down-ranked)
✅ Right:
"If our XX feature helped you, feel free to share in the reviews~"
Strategy 3: maintain and reply to reviews
Reply to all reviews promptly (especially negative ones):
- Positive reviews: thank them + invite continued use
- Negative reviews: apologize + solution + contact details
- Replies are visible to other users and affect conversion
Reply templates:
| Review type | Reply template |
|---|---|
| 5 stars | "Thanks for your support! We'll keep improving to give you an even better experience~" |
| 4 stars | "Thanks for the 4 stars! What could we do better? You can reach support at: xxx" |
| Negative | "Sorry for the bad experience. We've logged your feedback and will fix it in an upcoming version. For urgent help, contact: xxx" |
5.4 Handling malicious negative reviews
If you get clearly malicious negative reviews (such as competitor review farms or extortion), you can appeal:
Where to appeal:
- The review/interaction center in AppGallery Connect
- Huawei Developers' official support channels (check the current contact on the Huawei developer site)
What to include:
App name + APP ID + screenshots of the reviews (including user nicknames and times)
+ grounds for appeal (e.g. several similar negative reviews within the same period, clearly a coordinated attack)
6. Huawei-only opportunities: HarmonyOS section, Featured and AppGallery Connect
6.1 HarmonyOS section: the biggest traffic opportunity in 2026
What is the HarmonyOS section? A dedicated showcase in AppGallery for HarmonyOS native apps and apps supporting HarmonyOS features, with extra traffic.
Entry criteria:
| Criterion | Notes | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| HarmonyOS native development | Built with the HarmonyOS SDK | Required |
| Atomic services | Supports service widgets / cards | High |
| Distributed capabilities | Supports cross-device collaboration | High |
| Multi-device support | Phone + tablet + car, etc. | Medium |
Apps that aren't fully native can still earn some weight, provided the support is real:
- Tick "supports HarmonyOS features" in the console only for features you've implemented
- Describe the HarmonyOS capabilities you actually support in the description
- Implement some distributed APIs
Description wording (use only what's true for your app):
✅ Built natively for HarmonyOS, works across all your devices
✅ Distributed technology syncs data across devices automatically
✅ Service widgets for one-tap access
✅ Multi-device collaboration across phone, tablet and car
6.2 Featured placements: how to get recommended by Huawei
How big is Featured traffic? According to figures attributed to Huawei, featured apps can get 100,000 to 1,000,000 impressions a day, equivalent to tens of thousands of RMB in CPD spend.
Requirements
-
App quality
- Rating ≥4.0
- No violation record
- Complete core features
-
Assets
- Icon, screenshots and video all uploaded
- High-quality assets that follow Huawei's design guidelines
-
Versions
- A recent version update
- Clear new feature highlights
-
Partnership programs
- Huawei joint-operation partnerships
- Selected for Huawei's Yaoxing (耀星) program
- Innovative apps (AR/VR, AI and other new technology)
Where to apply
| Channel | Entry | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei Developers website | Campaign applications | Quality apps with a new version |
| Huawei Yaoxing program | Separate application | Innovative and new-technology apps |
| Joint operations | Business partnership | Games, high-quality paid apps |
6.3 AppGallery Connect: a powerful operations tool
AppGallery Connect (AGC) is Huawei's developer console, and it's very capable.
Core AGC features
| Module | What it does | Value for ASO |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Impressions, downloads, retention | Validate your optimizations |
| Keyword analysis | Keyword search volume and competition | Keyword selection |
| Review management | Reply to reviews, read feedback | Maintain ratings |
| Distribution | Set regions, release versions | Fine-grained operations |
| A/B testing | Test conversion of different assets | Optimize assets |
Getting the most out of AGC
1. Keyword analysis
- Path: Product operations → AppGallery analytics → Keyword analysis
- What it does: shows search volume, popularity and competition for each keyword
- How to use it: enter a competitor's name to see which keywords it covers
2. Review data export
- Path: User operations → Reviews → Export
- What it does: bulk-exports review data for analysis
- Use: extract features users mention most and refine your keywords
3. Version update strategy
- Update every 3–4 weeks
- Optimize keywords and description with each update
- Each update goes through review again and is a chance to improve rankings
7. Review red lines and package name conflicts
7.1 Huawei's 50+ review red lines
Huawei's review is famously strict. Here are the top 10 rejection reasons:
| Rank | Reason | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Non-compliant privacy policy | Improve the privacy pop-up and policy content |
| 2 | Unreasonable permission requests | Request only what you need and explain why |
| 3 | Crashes | Test thoroughly before submitting |
| 4 | Incomplete features | Make sure core features work |
| 5 | Missing qualification documents | Prepare software copyright and other documents in advance |
| 6 | Non-compliant app name | Match the software copyright; no sensitive words |
| 7 | Non-compliant screenshots | Use real, clear screenshots |
| 8 | Prohibited content | Self-check for sensitive content |
| 9 | Non-compliant ads | Display ads properly |
| 10 | Version number issues | Make sure it increments |
7.2 Name-related red lines
Strictly prohibited:
- ❌ Using other brands' names (e.g. "WeChat Browser", "Same as Douyin")
- ❌ Absolute claims ("best", "No. 1", "strongest")
- ❌ Special characters (&, #, *, |, etc.)
- ❌ A name that doesn't match the software copyright certificate
- ❌ Riding on popular terms (e.g. adding "games" to a utility app)
Correct example:
✅ Name matching the software copyright + feature term
✅ Example: 得到-知识就在得到 ("Dedao – Knowledge Is in Dedao")
7.3 Package name conflicts
What is a package name conflict?
The package name is your app's unique identifier, usually in the format com.company.appname.
Conflict scenarios and fixes:
| Scenario | Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| "Package name already in use" | Someone registered it first | Appeal to Huawei or change the package name |
| Removal notice | Package name similar to someone else's | Change the package name and republish |
| Conflict after an update | Signature mismatch | Make sure you use the same signing certificate |
Where to appeal:
- Huawei Developers website → Help Center → submit a ticket
Appeal materials:
1. Software copyright certificate (proving your rights to the name)
2. Developer account information
3. A detailed explanation (where the package name comes from)
7.4 Speeding up review
Normal review time: 3–7 business days
When you can request expedited review:
- Urgent security fixes
- Major campaign deadlines
- Obvious misjudgments (with solid evidence)
How to request it: contact Huawei through the official developer support channels, explaining the reason and providing supporting evidence.
Tips for a higher pass rate:
- Get privacy compliance right (most important)
- Make the software copyright name exactly match the app name
- Test thoroughly before submitting
- Use real, clear screenshots
- Request only the permissions you need
For China's filing requirements, see the Android app filing guide.
8. Ready-to-use checklists
8.1 Keyword checklist
□ App name: core terms first, core keywords within the first 16 characters
□ App name: brand + separator + feature term
□ App name: no special characters, no sensitive words
□ One-line intro: core value proposition in the first 20 characters
□ One-line intro: 80 characters in total, with long-tail terms
□ Backend keyword field: filled to 90–100 characters
□ Backend keyword field: English commas, no spaces
□ Backend keyword field: 3–5 core + 8–10 long-tail + 3–5 scenario terms
□ Description: core keywords 2–3 times in the first 200 characters
□ Description: 3–5% overall density, no stuffing
□ Description: structured, with lists / emphasis
□ Description: HarmonyOS support stated (2026 bonus, if true)
8.2 Visual asset checklist
□ App icon: 216×216 px, PNG, ≤500KB
□ App icon: clean and clear, no text, highly recognizable
□ App icon: suits Huawei's premium users
□ Screenshots: 3–5, real interface, no status bar
□ Screenshots: core features in the first 3
□ Screenshots: reviews / call to action in the last 2
□ Screenshots: no other platforms' logos, no infringing content
□ Video (optional but recommended): 15–30s, MOV/MP4
□ Video content: pain point in the first 5s + features + review proof
8.3 Rating maintenance checklist
□ Huawei in-app rating SDK integrated
□ Prompt triggers: after core features, after version updates
□ Prompt frequency: ≤3 times a year per user
□ Wording: gentle and natural, no rewards promised
□ Review replies: reply to all reviews within 24 hours
□ Negative reviews: apology + solution + contact details
□ Malicious reviews: collect evidence and appeal to Huawei
□ Review monitoring: check review data daily
8.4 Pre-review checklist
□ Software copyright certificate: name matches the app name
□ Privacy policy: standalone, accessible URL
□ User agreement: complete and compliant
□ Permissions: purpose explained for each
□ App testing: install, launch and core features all work
□ Version number: incremented
□ Screenshots: real and clear, nothing false
□ Keywords: no absolute claims, no sensitive words
□ HarmonyOS: relevant features ticked (if applicable and true)
□ Materials: special qualifications ready (if needed)
To check screenshot files against store specs, use the screenshot compliance check.
8.5 Long-term operations checklist
□ Update every 3–4 weeks
□ Optimize keywords and description with each update
□ Review AGC analytics weekly
□ Analyze competitors' keyword strategies regularly
□ Monitor rating trends and handle negative reviews promptly
□ Follow official Huawei policy updates
□ Try applying for Featured placement
□ Explore the HarmonyOS section's entry criteria
Summary: the core mental model for Huawei ASO
For Huawei ASO, remember this "three-ring model":
┌─────────────┐
│ Get found │ ← Keyword optimization (name + keywords + description)
│ (exposure) │
└──────┬──────┘
│
┌──────▼──────┐
│ Get installed│ ← Conversion optimization (icon + screenshots + ratings)
│ (conversion) │
└──────┬──────┘
│
┌──────▼──────┐
│ Get kept │ ← Retention (product experience + iteration)
│ (weight) │
└─────────────┘
The underlying logic of Huawei ASO:
- Keywords are the entrance: they decide whether users can find you
- Assets are the converter: they decide whether users who find you download
- Retention is weight: it decides whether you can hold your ranking long term
All three matter, and each depends on the others.
Final reminders:
- Huawei's review is strict but its rules are clear; follow them and you'll get listed
- The HarmonyOS ecosystem is the new opportunity in 2026; the earlier you genuinely support it, the bigger the advantage
- ASO is a long-term effort; don't expect results in a week, as stable results take 3+ months of continuous work
- For problems, use Huawei Developers' official channels; ticket responses are fairly quick
Good luck with your Huawei ASO, and may your user numbers soar!
References cited by the original author: Huawei Developers website, AppGallery Connect developer documentation, 2026 Huawei AppGallery review guidelines