Yes, #[1] you can, but there are a few functionalities you cannot test. There is some information here: https://makaka.org/unity-tutorials/test-ios-app-without-developer-account
You won't be able to test anything powered by Apple servers, like push notifications, or in-app purchases, but core functionality can be tested.
Nice! I already paid but this is good to know for the future plebs who would want to do this! 🐶🐾🫂🫡
I had a developer account, but I let it expire because I wasn't focusing on Swift anymore, until the other day when I was playing with something to do with Damus.
You can also build unsigned apps in XCode for macOS without an account, but you have to do the option-click method to make them run the first time, in order to get around GateKeeper.
