What Happens When You Archive?
Archiving removes the app's files (.apk or .ipa), making them unavailable for download. However, you'll retain access to all the related details, like comments and install counts.
Depending on your team's plan, the auto-archive might be set by default
Ways to Archive
Do It Yourself: Manually archive a release at any time.
While Releasing: Opt to archive the previous version when launching a new release.
Set It and Forget It: Configure auto-archive settings in the app settings to automatically archive releases after a set period.
Archiving releases free up storage space, as archived files are not counted towards your storage quota. It's an effective way to manage your resources.