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Tips & Tricks
3 things you didn’t know affect your app rank and how to fix them

App Store Optimization is a dynamic practice. All app stores are constantly changing and improving their algorithms to best serve their user bases and help them find relevant, useful and beautifully functioning apps. This can cause a lot of headaches for ASO efforts. Today, we will go over 3 variables that could be affecting your […]

Tips & Tricks
How to capitalize on major events to boost installs | Super Bowl 52

If you’ve been a reader for a while you know that the key to a successful acquisition strategy is continually optimizing your product page. If you’re new to our blog, welcome! Get ready for some exciting insights and tips and tricks on how to make the most out of your App Store Optimization strategy. One […]

Apple News
iOS 11.3 adds sorting of App Store reviews

What’s more helpful than user feedback? Organized user feedback. With the release of iOS 11.3, Apple added review sorting by category. This feature is rolling out to iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Users can now sort reviews by 4 categories: Most Helpful, Most Favorable, Most Critical, and Most Recent. Most Helpful This sorted category displays reviews […]

Google Tips & Tricks
How to spy on competitors’ Play Store referring domains and backlinks

Have you ever wanted to spy on your competition’s Play Store referring domains and backlinks? If so, you’re in luck. In this article, we will explain why you should spy on these metrics from your competition and how to do it to boost your ASO efforts. Why should I care about Play Store referring domains and backlinks? […]

Marketing Tips & Tricks
Influencer advertising for App Store Optimization

2018 is the year we challenge you to think outside the box when it comes to user acquisition advertising. There are a huge number of unbelievably gifted individuals making compelling content every day for every possible interest base out there. An ever-increasing number of developers are partnering with social influencers for their ability to motivate their […]

Tips & Tricks
Is your app monetization strategy hurting your ASO efforts?

So you’ve been nailing your ASO efforts lately. Keyword optimization is on point, graphics are looking sharp but you’re having issues with install volume, user retention and generating revenue. Time to give your app monetization strategy another look. How does your app make money? It’s okay if it doesn’t yet. This is great food for thought for […]

Tips & Tricks
How to deal with negative app reviews

Negative feedback. We all hate it, but the truth is, none of us are perfect. Being a developer means always being open to ways to improve our apps. No one is an exception to negative app reviews; it’s what you do with this information that can make or break your app. Here’s how to deal with […]

Tips & Tricks
The ASO guide to mobile game user acquisition in 2018

The market for gamers has exploded in the last 5 years. If you have a phone, you can game whenever, wherever you are. Because of this, it’s more important than ever to have a good user acquisition strategy for your mobile gaming app. If you’re in the world of marketing or advertising you may have […]

Google Tips & Tricks
How to build backlinks to increase app store visibility

It’s almost 2018; time to get serious about your search visibility. One way to increase visibility is a solid backlinks strategy specifically designed for ASO. Here’s what you need to know about building backlinks for App Store Optimization: Quality over Quantity Let’s start with a few things you should know about “quality backlinks”. What is […]

Spotlight
Appy Holidays from The ASO Project

Appy Holidays! As 2017 comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on all the exciting things that happened this year relevant to the world of App Store Optimization.   Apple For the first time, Apple revamped their App Store which has a gorgeous UI and improved UX. The new App […]

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