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how to promote my android app for free???
I guess you can find many promotion methods after you install an app from Google Play.
Splash window,
Push notification,
App recommendation inside an app.
Corporate with other developers and promote apps for each other.
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Well, at least the first three promotion methods can be found in most of the apps from Google Play.
But who knows more promotion methods?
You may install swably and share your apps in there, its community where dev and customer share thoughts about lots of app
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As previously stated, Swably is a free way to promote & share apps. That's probably your best bet.
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ariser said:
I guess you can find many promotion methods after you install an app from Google Play.
Splash window,
Push notification,
App recommendation inside an app.
Corporate with other developers and promote apps for each other.
...
Well, at least the first three promotion methods can be found in most of the apps from Google Play.
But who knows more promotion methods?
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thanks very much.
okmijnlp said:
As previously stated, Swably is a free way to promote & share apps. That's probably your best bet.
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Go.Bin said:
You may install swably and share your apps in there, its community where dev and customer share thoughts about lots of app
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This app on Google Play?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=goofy2.swably
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okmijnlp said:
As previously stated, Swably is a free way to promote & share apps. That's probably your best bet.
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Oops, after I install this app from Google Play, I'm stuck in the Connect through a network page, and it gives me three options: Facebook, Twitter, Google+. However, if I choose Facebook, it takes long time to load and then gives me the message of "Connect to...timed out".
ariser said:
This app on Google Play?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=goofy2.swably
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Oops, after I install this app from Google Play, I'm stuck in the Connect through a network page, and it gives me three options: Facebook, Twitter, Google+. However, if I choose Facebook, it takes long time to load and then gives me the message of "Connect to...timed out".
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can you access Facebook on your phone?
subscribe to getjar and publish your app. or publish your app on Amazon appstore....
OR
Go To This Site and Publish [media.droidtweak. com / android-app-marketing] (Copy and paste it remove spaces, m a new user so i cant post outsider links, m jus trying to help, sorry moderators)
OR
Before you make any sort of promotional effort, you need to do the following:
1) Make sure you have a good rating. Get 10 friends to give you 5-stars. Nobody wants to download an unrated app (or even one with less than 5 ratings).
2) Add a video on the app store. It doesn't need to be pro, just something that gives a good indication of what your app does.
3) Make sure your screenshots are good and your description is accurate. The first sentence is the most important for describing what the app does.
After it's on the store (free version):
1) Post in forums
2) Submit it to review websites
3) Write up a press release (catchy headline, what your app does, why is it better - have a good angle) and send it to every news / tech / related website you can find. Who knows, 1 or 2 websites out of the 100s might write something about you, which can get you 100s of downloads. It's worth the hours it takes to do this. Also, use some Mail Merge software to make it personal (as simple as "Hi [name]").
4) Find influential twitter users that you think would use your app. Send them a message - dont harass them though. Be sincere. If they like it and they haven't tweeted about it, ask them to.
sam shaikh said:
subscribe to getjar and publish your app. or publish your app on Amazon appstore....
OR
Go To This Site and Publish [media.droidtweak. com / android-app-marketing] (Copy and paste it remove spaces, m a new user so i cant post outsider links, m jus trying to help, sorry moderators)
OR
Before you make any sort of promotional effort, you need to do the following:
1) Make sure you have a good rating. Get 10 friends to give you 5-stars. Nobody wants to download an unrated app (or even one with less than 5 ratings).
2) Add a video on the app store. It doesn't need to be pro, just something that gives a good indication of what your app does.
3) Make sure your screenshots are good and your description is accurate. The first sentence is the most important for describing what the app does.
After it's on the store (free version):
1) Post in forums
2) Submit it to review websites
3) Write up a press release (catchy headline, what your app does, why is it better - have a good angle) and send it to every news / tech / related website you can find. Who knows, 1 or 2 websites out of the 100s might write something about you, which can get you 100s of downloads. It's worth the hours it takes to do this. Also, use some Mail Merge software to make it personal (as simple as "Hi [name]").
4) Find influential twitter users that you think would use your app. Send them a message - dont harass them though. Be sincere. If they like it and they haven't tweeted about it, ask them to.
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nice advices, but the first link goes to paid reviews
New android app - need exposure
Hi everyone,
I'm a noob here (hopefully I'm not violating any rules) and was hoping to post one of my android apps here to help it gain some traction. My 11 year old son worked with me on this app, I would just like to keep him motivated by seeing some success.
Lately with the way the android market has become saturated, it has been very tough to get your app discovered.
I only do this as a hobby on the side. I have only developed games, they are all pretty simple games, no 3D or anything like that.
I recently released a dice game app (variation of Yahtzee), That I think some people would like.
It has some online challenge features with scoreloop, and an extra game mode.
My downloads to date are pretty poor, and was hoping to gain some exposure.
here is the link on the google play store:
play.google.com/store/ apps/details?id=com.anndconsulting.yahtzeecrag
I have a free (ad supported) and paid version released.
developer ID is ANND Consulting Games
Thanks for the help
Please let me know , if there is a better way of doing this, and I apologize in advance if I have violated and rules here.
When I was trying different methods to promote my app, I kinda noted it down. Here is brief about what I did:
http://obscurant1st.biz/blog/how-to-promote-android-app/
1. Never use push notifications aka push it to people's notification centers. People will perceive it as spam, and never download it. Ever.
2. Contact several Android news sites, and tip them that your *special* app is available. With special, i mean, really special. Don't even do it if it's a fart app or a stupid and useless app. You don't deserve the attention.
3. XDA. Publish it in the app section. People will find it and download it. People will use it if it's any good, or people will complain if it's ****; and you'll deserve it.
Bottom line: Build it, and they will come. Exploit the system in a bad way and you'll go nowhere. Don't piss people off with annoying ads.
From my very recent experience, getting a review on a major website with tons of viewers will get you a ton of attention. Websites like android police and android central have a ton of views per day.
My usual promotions were to post on forums. If you were lucky and people paid attention to your app, they'd download it. The more downloads you get, the higher chances of it showing up on Top New apps or just Top Apps. Once you get on that list, its when the app will finally take off. Its took 2.5 weeks for my live wallpaper to get to top 10 new paid live wallpapers and top 10 new free live wallpaper. The Top Paid live wallpaper is easy to get on as only a few purchases will qualify the app.
Anyway, back to my point about the review. My app was doing ok and there was a consistent downloads per day then it started to decline a little. But all of a sudden, my google wallets account exploded with purchases and my free version with admob banners, the requests and impressions exploded. I was shocked and had no idea what was going on. Then, a quick google of my app, revealed that android police decided to give my app a review. i was shocked. I never asked them to review it, so it was pretty much free publicity. If you look at the little graph on the right side of my app, you'll see how it was starting to decline, then all of a sudden, it shot up.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.qk.batterycorelwfree
Here's the review on my app.
http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/0...e-way-to-track-your-lithium-ion-expenditures/
Main points:
1. Post on forums
2. Get a review done.
Side note, I've never seen a good app not get downloads. All good apps will get tons of downloads.
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3. XDA. Publish it in the app section.
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Well, I've published my app in the app section, People loved it and found it useful, I updated frequently, But The app went in the last pages which I think no one checks,
True is there any really good way to promote app for free?
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Well, I've published my app in the app section, People loved it and found it useful, I updated frequently, But The app went in the last pages which I think no one checks,
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True is there any really good way to promote app for free?
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There are lots of ways. Requesting a review for your app is one of the easiest ways.
I have started a free review service, You could consider requesting a free review from me!
Also see this link from my signature with lots of tips to promote our apps for free!
I can help promoting yours apps on the biggest Polish Android forum.
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Then, a quick google of my app, revealed that android police decided to give my app a review. i was shocked. I never asked them to review it, so it was pretty much free publicity.
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In other words: what you say about yourself, is advertising. What others say about you, it's public relations - much more effective way of promotion, but much much more complicated, too.
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sound's really great now for this thread and this thread shows you deep study for the market i think you have post a valuable post for this forum.
Great Website!
Just e-mailed your team with our Android app, bitmado! I love the design of your website! :laugh:
Have sent you an email, look forward to a reply
Just sent you guys an email
And for Android Users???
looks good, will drop an email soon.
Thanks, great to know, will come back
Hey Kevin,
Your website seems pretty awesome, and I will email you with my app but a few questions:
How many visits do you get daily?
Do you accept Android only apps? Seems most apps are at least iPhone apps or both.
Thanks!
Really awesome to see these free options to promote your app. :good:
I've also submitted my app. Hopefully it'll be added!
Cheers,
Levi
Great post. Do you have an Android app?
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I think that free options to promote an app mentioned above sometimes can be very effective. Will try to use them more.
I have recently published my App in the App Store and was wondering if you guys knew any good books or websites where i could get some information regarding App Store optimization
Coming from doing a lot of SEO i can understand how important ASO can become in the future as with the internet it was pretty similar, previously no one really gave a crap and later on it became essential to be able to rank in Google.
Do you guys do any App store Optimization?
Here are some articles i personally found useful:
Introduction to: amongtech.com/what-is-app-store-optimization/
More in-depth: searchenginejournal.com/definitive-guide-app-store-optimization-aso/78719/
A little more in-depth introduction: blog.kissmetrics.com/app-store-optimization/
Thanks! :good:
A small ASO guide
Both Apple’s App Store and the Google Play have a myriad number of apps and it’s very easy to get lost in the crowd. Good visibility on the App Store is thus essential and can be ensured by following certain key pointers while launching your app:
1. Keep the title short, self explanatory and keyword centric. The important thing is to limit it in one line. For this you have to be extra cautious on Google Play as the users’ Android phone screens may vary in sizes.
2. While writing the description for your app, just keep two things in mind. First, that users don’t like to read paragraphs if they don’t find the initial lines interesting. And second, use as many keywords as possible so that your app may spring up on searches more often.
3. Google play allows you to add demo videos of your app. Do make one, as many of your prospective users may not find the screenshots too descriptive. Keep the video short and emphasize on the user friendliness of your app.
4. Icon images should be striking to make you app stand out in the list and screenshots should signify the simplicity of your app.
you can visit my website to read a full guide.
Really good advice. @Appiterate Strongly recommend
App Store Optimization Basics
For Apple Store you need to get the following right to get good rankings, which equals good downloads:
Icon - A great looking Icon which grabs the users attention & screams download me
Screenshots - Informative & Engaging screenshots which educate the user on your Apps features
Keywords - Well Researched 100 char keyword list which have high traffic & low competetion
App Name - App name which has keywords which you want to rank for
aHanSolo said:
I have recently published my App in the App Store and was wondering if you guys knew any good books or websites where i could get some information regarding App Store optimization
Coming from doing a lot of SEO i can understand how important ASO can become in the future as with the internet it was pretty similar, previously no one really gave a crap and later on it became essential to be able to rank in Google.
Do you guys do any App store Optimization?
Here are some articles i personally found useful:
Introduction to: amongtech.com/what-is-app-store-optimization/
More in-depth: searchenginejournal.com/definitive-guide-app-store-optimization-aso/78719/
A little more in-depth introduction: blog.kissmetrics.com/app-store-optimization/
Thanks! :good:
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PM me if you need more help related to app store optimization.
Ehsan Mahmood said:
PM me if you need more help related to app store optimization.
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Thanks for offering the help
Will definitely contact you if i need anything
ASO is stand for app store optimization which is a process of optimizing an app in any app store to maximize the visiblity. It just like a SEO where people search for their query on search engines and gets SERP (Search engine result pages) listing for their query.
Some more important point of ASO
Primary factor
Keywords
Logo
App description
App category
App screen shots
Secondary factors
Number of downloads
Rating and reviews
App store optimization service provider company
I think you should visit the best app store optimization services provider company like appn2o.com where you can get good articles or blog post for the effective knowledge.
appn2o said:
I think you should visit the best app store optimization services provider company like appn2o.com where you can get good articles or blog post for the effective knowledge.
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First post and cheap straight ad, please don't do that!!!.
I really do not mind your post about your services, but at first, please give some real advice, talk about your experience, your clients and achievements before redirecting users, I think you know about that kind of things better than me.... I personally find your website (not sure you're owner or just an employee) really professional and informative and you probably know your job, but please don't do that kind of cheap ads in you first post at least my Indian friend.
in-depth advice
Hi everyone. I've also heard these things could work pretty well:
- Localizations on google play - what is the best way to do this?
- Have a strong youtube channel link to your app page?
- Google +1's - what is the best to generate this? does it influence rankings? Is there a place to buy "good" +1s
- Links to app page - does this work? good place to buy links?
Any advice here? Please PM me then.
Thanks!
reviewmyap.com said:
you can increase your android downloads by getting android reviews
so to increase your reviews go to the website name : reviewmyap
if you have more reviews you will get more downloads which will get you high ads revenue.
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Website returns an error ..
Server Error in '/' Application
anuloid said:
Website returns an error ..
Server Error in '/' Application
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Yeah its has been updating all thing will be ok within 2-3 days
you check the website back.
Appiterate said:
Both Apple’s App Store and the Google Play have a myriad number of apps and it’s very easy to get lost in the crowd. Good visibility on the App Store is thus essential and can be ensured by following certain key pointers while launching your app:
1. Keep the title short, self explanatory and keyword centric. The important thing is to limit it in one line. For this you have to be extra cautious on Google Play as the users’ Android phone screens may vary in sizes.
2. While writing the description for your app, just keep two things in mind. First, that users don’t like to read paragraphs if they don’t find the initial lines interesting. And second, use as many keywords as possible so that your app may spring up on searches more often.
3. Google play allows you to add demo videos of your app. Do make one, as many of your prospective users may not find the screenshots too descriptive. Keep the video short and emphasize on the user friendliness of your app.
4. Icon images should be striking to make you app stand out in the list and screenshots should signify the simplicity of your app.
you can visit my website to read a full guide.
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Hello! It seems that your are a good in ASO and SEO! Can you give me some advice for naming my future game! It s a 2D logic puzzle game with multiplayer focus. And consist with "LINES". What name would be more ASO - centric! "Logic Lines"? "Two Lines" or just "Lines".? Thanks a lot!
Or maybee you give me some other name as alternative!
Appiterate said:
Both Apple’s App Store and the Google Play have a myriad number of apps and it’s very easy to get lost in the crowd. Good visibility on the App Store is thus essential and can be ensured by following certain key pointers while launching your app:
1. Keep the title short, self explanatory and keyword centric. The important thing is to limit it in one line. For this you have to be extra cautious on Google Play as the users’ Android phone screens may vary in sizes.
2. While writing the description for your app, just keep two things in mind. First, that users don’t like to read paragraphs if they don’t find the initial lines interesting. And second, use as many keywords as possible so that your app may spring up on searches more often.
3. Google play allows you to add demo videos of your app. Do make one, as many of your prospective users may not find the screenshots too descriptive. Keep the video short and emphasize on the user friendliness of your app.
4. Icon images should be striking to make you app stand out in the list and screenshots should signify the simplicity of your app.
you can visit my website to read a full guide.
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could you tell me ur web address
Thanks for the amazing post! Always useful to have this insights
Appiterate said:
Both Apple’s App Store and the Google Play have a myriad number of apps and it’s very easy to get lost in the crowd. Good visibility on the App Store is thus essential and can be ensured by following certain key pointers while launching your app:
1. Keep the title short, self explanatory and keyword centric. The important thing is to limit it in one line. For this you have to be extra cautious on Google Play as the users’ Android phone screens may vary in sizes.
2. While writing the description for your app, just keep two things in mind. First, that users don’t like to read paragraphs if they don’t find the initial lines interesting. And second, use as many keywords as possible so that your app may spring up on searches more often.
3. Google play allows you to add demo videos of your app. Do make one, as many of your prospective users may not find the screenshots too descriptive. Keep the video short and emphasize on the user friendliness of your app.
4. Icon images should be striking to make you app stand out in the list and screenshots should signify the simplicity of your app.
you can visit my website to read a full guide.
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Thanks for your tips.
For #2, what is the optimal length of description?
I made the description as simply as possible as people don't read text. But it is too short and seems it doesn't work well with SEO.
astoria0128 said:
ASO is stand for app store optimization which is a process of optimizing an app in any app store to maximize the visiblity. It just like a SEO where people search for their query on search engines and gets SERP (Search engine result pages) listing for their query.
Some more important point of ASO
Primary factor
Keywords
Logo
App description
App category
App screen shots
Secondary factors
Number of downloads
Rating and reviews
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Rating and reviews is the first for me. Android use this for rate an app and put this on the top.
aHanSolo said:
I have recently published my App in the App Store and was wondering if you guys knew any good books or websites where i could get some information regarding App Store optimization
Coming from doing a lot of SEO i can understand how important ASO can become in the future as with the internet it was pretty similar, previously no one really gave a crap and later on it became essential to be able to rank in Google.
Do you guys do any App store Optimization?
Here are some articles i personally found useful:
Introduction to: amongtech.com/what-is-app-store-optimization/
More in-depth: searchenginejournal.com/definitive-guide-app-store-optimization-aso/78719/
A little more in-depth introduction: blog.kissmetrics.com/app-store-optimization/
Thanks! :good:
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I think it'd be a good idea to use the same techniques as in SEO. Link building is essential. Post comments on blogs that are related to your app, or app development in general. That way you'll get more downloads
ASO
the important part is about Keywords - high traffic & low competetion and use your keywords in App Name.
Great Icon
Video
use call in the description
Nice Screenshots.
Google released an eBook exactly for that: "The Secrets to App Success on Google Play"
You can download it for free from Play Books, it's an overview but contains a lot of useful information.
Hi I recently published an app on google play but I’m not sure how to promote it.
I have spent 7 months developing it and now I’m trying to reach wider audience, I tried to promote my app on admob but it did not get the amount of installs. are there advertising options better than admob for my app and can you suggest any?
My app is called Smart Booster I posted the apk file.
I would like to share my experience with you..
Our company have developed many apps including Android and iOS.
At the first stage of our promotion,we choose Facebook ads.But unfortunately,Facebook only drove a very small amount of audience.Then we tried google display ads,.Google will show your picture ad on the relevant sites after you set the key words.The result is much better than FB ads.We are inspired and keep looking for more ways to promote our app.
I came across an app review site : Bestreviewapp（you can use google to find it) from another forum somewhere.Like most devs,I think such site is unbelievable and useless ,but I still wondered whether it really works.So I registered as a reviewer first,to see what it looks like.I saw many apps listed there for me to download and review,and they paid me real money after I reviewed and rated the app.A few days later,I have completed about 10 app reviews as a reviewer,I decided to try their service as developer for my own app.I ordered 30 reviews from US app store from them, got 24 5-stars and 6 4-stars.During the campaign ,I noticed my daily sale was increasing.I got double downloads than before.As they also recommend my app on their social media:Facebook,twitter and Google+.I think these also helps my app gaining more exposure.
Now I keep cooperation with them and I also review other developers' apps now and then.
A question was asked on a forum " Why does Google Admob & Facebook not work for promoting my app "
The reason admob, facebook and others are not particularly effective is because they 'exploit' app discovery by charging per install. This is a very expensive and un-scalable option for most app developers. According to a Gartner report released in January 2014, less than 0.01% of apps will be viable. That is a massive problem which should concern app developers.
App Developers need to learn the concept of broader marketing and branding and how it can be done cost effectively. So, PromotedApp Dot Com wants to help app developers achieve consistent downloads and user retention, through evangelism and branding of your app.
If you want sustainable marketing and long term discovery of your app with growing followers and sharing, then simply post your app on
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PromotedApp is a Visual & Social Media Startup helping solve the critical problem of app discovery and user retention. PromotedApp is like the Pinterest for apps!
Most importantly, its very affordable.. only $50.00 to post once, or $50.00 per month to create your own App Media Board. This can include all your gorgeous app screenshots, videos and articles. Developers can also message followers and users on the platform with app updates and incentives.
PromotedApp is at the beginning of helping solve a huge problem and we are developing algorithms and other attributes to help with app discovery.
It's important to realize facebook, google, twitter and co, were not built from scratch to help solve the problem of app discovery and user retention which is even more critical. What they do is exploit app discovery through cost per install, or pay per click ranging from $0.30 to $4.00. That is ok for them, but it really is not the cost effective way to scale your app brand.
App Developers should think like fortune 500 brands and understand the full spectrum of media & marketing to achieve sustainable retention with app consumers. For instance, if your app media board includes videos and article reviews about your app, users will start to integrate more closely with your app brand and share your content. This is the long term solution PromotedApp provides.
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Users can curate lifetime app boards for free, from developer postings they love. This way, your apps & updates can be downloaded more frequently, followed and shared with friends.
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