FAQ
What will my app look like?
AppNotch uses the web application (or website) that you have already designed as the user interface of your mobile app. All the look, feel and functionalities of your website will operate within your mobile app.
For example shopping cart, blogs, social media platforms, YouTube videos, login, etc. will all work properly within your app.
What features will be available on my app?
AppNotch offers the tools and features you need to connect with your “on the go” customers. The features listed will allow you to add mobile app functions to your AppNotch app.
You can select:
- Unlimited Push Notification, Push notification log, Geo-targeting push notifications
- Web links
- Social Media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube)
- Web links
- Good Technology Security
- Quick Calls
- Simplify Commerce
- and constantly adding features that will increase your brand awareness, sales, and customers. .
How long does it take for my app to get published?
AppNotch has a great connection with Google. Upon completion of your mobile app with AppNotch, you can expect to be live in the Google Play store within 3 days.
How do I maintain my app?
Your mobile app requires virtually no maintenance. Anytime you update your website, your mobile app will be updated automatically in real-time as AppNotch synchronizes your app to your website. You only have to maintain your website. Your app will automatically be updated. Our customers find this exclusive feature to be one of the core benefits of using AppNotch. The human cost of maintaining an app is often overlooked. Even when comparing AppNotch to mobile app builders, the cost of a few or several hours per month maintaining the app is more than the entire subscription cost of AppNotch.
Do I need to have a responsive or mobile friendly website?
Yes. AppNotch, our customers, and our partners like Google and Apple want to assure that the app user has a great user experience. Since AppNotch uses your website functionality, it is important that the functionality is mobile friendly. Our customers find that having both a mobile-friendly website and a mobile app completes the perfect mobile strategy.
Can I preview my app before I purchase?
Yes. AppNotch wants you to be completely satisfied with your app before you decide to purchase. After you complete a few easy steps, you can download the AppNotch Previewer to your Apple or Android device and view your mobile app. You can even send yourself a test push notification.
Do I need to hire an Android Developer?
Not with AppNotch.
Do you provide real time updates to our apps?
Yes. AppNotch provides real time updates. You can avoid version control hassles and the Apple review process.
Will my app be listed in the Google Play and iTunes store?
AppNotch will publish your mobile app in the Google Play Store.
Does AppNotch provide tips on how to promote my app?
AppNotch provides suggestions on how promote your app. We provide you with tips about how to write a good description for your app, and have industry-specific suggestions too. Visit our Idea Center to discover more ways to promote your app.
Will I receive QR codes for my app?
Yes. AppNotch allows you to access your QR Codes and public store links so you can promote your app from your website and in other promotions.
Do you help with key word search?
Yes. AppNotch allows you to enter “key words” that you want your customers to use to find you in the AppNotch store.
How do I update my app?
Thanks to the proprietary predictive technology developed at AppNotch, your mobile app requires virtually no maintenance from you. Anytime you update your website, your mobile app will be updated automatically in real-time.
The human cost of maintaining an app is often overlooked. Even when comparing AppNotch to mobile app builders, the cost of a few or several hours per month maintaining the app is more than the entire subscription cost of AppNotch.
Note: If your app is not updating, you may need to clear the cache on your phone. You can usually find the Clear Cache options in your Application’s Settings screen.
Why doesn’t my app show the latest content from my website?
Be assured that all the changes on your website are automatically synced to your mobile app. The device that displays your app might be loading from cache (old) memory. There are three ways to fix this:
- Wait 24 hours and the app will be refreshed automatically.
- Do a pull-down refresh by placing your finger at the top of the screen and dragging it down.
- Go to the app’s cache settings and clear the cache.
A freshly downloaded app will always show the most recent version of your site.
Why should I choose AppNotch?
Here are a bunch of good reasons why you’re better off with AppNotch.
- It’ssuper fast: you can see your app on your phone in MINUTES, before you buy.
- AppNotch makes it easier, well, – it makes everything AUTOMATIC.
- It’s loaded with all the FEATURES your app needs, including unlimited push notifications.
- AppNotch is less expensive on purpose. It’s our intention and our mission.
- You shouldn’t need any help, but when you do, no problem, you can CONTACT US by phone, live chat, and email – and we’re right there for you.
How can I cancel my subscription?
Please send your cancellation request to customersuccess@appnotch.com. We hope you’ll also take a moment to let us know why are cancelling your account.
What is a push notification?
A push notification is like a bulk text message that you can send to all the app users. This notification will be delivered to the mobile devices even if your app is not open / active. These messages can be viewed from the app’s push log.
Is there a way to send push notifications only to some users?
Not yet, but this is on our list of future enhancements.
Once a push notification is viewed by the user, does it disappear?
No. Each app has a Push Log, which stores the notifications that the user can share or delete. You can give an easy way to access the Push Log by including it in the footer menu for your app.
How soon can I deploy my app to the Google Play Store?
AppNotch has great relationship with Google. Upon completion of your mobile app with AppNotch, you can expect it to be live in the Google Play Store within three days.
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