Do I need a rebuild every time I make changes to my bubble app?

No.

You do not need a rebuild for any changes made to your bubble app.

Changes to your bubble app flow directly inside your native app, just like they do on a web browser
Infact, your app users won't even require to update their app from appstore / playstore to see these bubble changes. Its' just like in the mobile browser

A rebuild is required only when

You want to change some information that you've submitted in the BDK Native Project form, such as your App Icon. Note: Some information such as app launch link, default status bar color and push prompt timing (when your app asks for notification permission) can be changed using tools provided in 'additional tools' tab of your bdk project page, without a rebuild. Prompt timing needs a build from Android v2.21 / iOS v2.16 or later. It kicks in on the next app launch, for people who haven't been asked yet.
You want to upgrade your app's bdk native engine version, to take advantage of some new features we released after your app was built
Apple / Google require you to publish a new version of the app to comply with their updated requirements or policies. Got a message from Google or Apple?

What does a rebuild cost

It comes out of your banked rebuilds. Every build purchase comes with 4, valid for 12 months from payment
None left? An extra rebuild is $19 (prices as of 19 October 2026)
Find them in your project's Purchases tab, or tap Request rebuild on your project's Dashboard

We don't send deadline reminders. Apple and Google email you themselves when your app needs a new version, just like they do for every app.

We are constantly making improvements to BDK Native Engine by adding new features and speed improvements. To see a history of releases, please click here

Updated on: 11/04/2026

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