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  The "Missing Privacy Manifest" warning from App Store Connect (ITMS-91053) has shifted from a gentle nudge to a strict release blocker. For apps monetizing via the Meta Audience Network, the implementation of iOS 17’s privacy standards is no longer optional. If you are using the Meta Audience Network SDK, you are utilizing what Apple defines as a "Commonly Used Third-Party SDK." Failing to properly incorporate the  PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy  file—introduced effectively in Meta SDK version 6.15.0—will result in App Store rejection. This guide provides the technical steps to upgrade your dependencies, verify the manifest integration at the binary level, and generate the required Privacy Report for submission. The Architecture of Privacy Manifests Before applying the fix, it is critical to understand the mechanical change in how Xcode handles privacy data. Previously, privacy practices were self-reported manually in App Store Connect. This created a disconnect between th...