Frequently Asked Questions

Softanic LLC specializes in developing a wide range of mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms. Our expertise includes:

• Business and enterprise applications
• E-commerce and retail apps
• Healthcare and medical applications
• Educational and e-learning platforms
• Social networking apps
• Entertainment and media applications
• Travel and navigation apps
• Fintech and banking solutions
• IoT and smart home applications

We work with startups, established businesses, and enterprises across various industries to create custom mobile solutions tailored to their specific needs.

The timeline for developing a mobile app varies depending on several factors:

• Simple apps with basic functionality: 2-3 months
• Medium complexity apps with custom features: 3-6 months
• Complex applications with advanced features, integrations, and backend systems: 6+ months

During our initial consultation, we'll analyze your requirements and provide you with a more accurate timeline specific to your project. Our development process is transparent, and we'll keep you updated throughout the development lifecycle with regular milestones and deliverables.

The cost of developing a mobile app depends on various factors:

• Complexity and number of features
• Platforms (iOS, Android, or both)
• Design requirements and user experience
• Backend infrastructure and API integrations
• Third-party service integrations
• Maintenance and support requirements

We offer flexible pricing models including fixed price for well-defined projects and time & materials for more complex or evolving requirements. We're transparent about costs and provide detailed estimates after understanding your specific needs. Contact us for a personalized quote based on your project requirements.

Yes, we develop applications for both iOS and Android platforms. We offer three approaches to mobile app development:

1. Native Development: Building separate applications specifically for iOS (using Swift) and Android (using Kotlin) to maximize performance and take full advantage of platform-specific features.
2. Cross-Platform Development: Using frameworks like React Native or Flutter to build a single codebase that works on both platforms, reducing development time and cost while maintaining good performance.
3. Hybrid Approach: Combining native and cross-platform methodologies where appropriate to balance performance and development efficiency.

We'll recommend the best approach for your project based on your requirements, budget, and timeline.

Our comprehensive app development process includes the following phases:

1. Discovery & Planning: Understanding your business requirements, target audience, and project goals. Creating a detailed project roadmap.
2. UI/UX Design: Crafting wireframes, prototypes, and final visual designs that align with your brand and provide exceptional user experience.
3. Development: Building the frontend and backend components of your application using agile methodologies with regular sprints and iterations.
4. Quality Assurance: Rigorous testing across different devices and scenarios to ensure your app is bug-free and performs optimally.
5. Deployment: Preparing and submitting your application to the App Store and Google Play, handling all technical requirements and guidelines.
6. Post-Launch Support: Providing ongoing maintenance, monitoring, updates, and feature enhancements to keep your app competitive.

We maintain transparent communication throughout the process with regular updates, demos, and feedback sessions.

Yes, we provide comprehensive maintenance and support services to ensure your app remains functional, secure, and up-to-date. Our maintenance packages include:

• Regular updates to maintain compatibility with the latest OS versions
• Performance optimization and bug fixes
• Security patches and vulnerability assessments
• Server and database maintenance
• Monitoring of app performance and user feedback
• Implementation of new features and improvements
• App Store and Google Play management
• Technical support with various service level agreements (SLAs)

We offer flexible maintenance plans tailored to your specific needs and budget, from basic support to comprehensive managed services.

Yes, we provide comprehensive App Store Optimization (ASO) services to increase your app's visibility and conversion rates in the App Store and Google Play. Our ASO strategies include:

• Keyword research and optimization for your app's metadata
• Creating compelling app titles, descriptions, and feature lists
• Designing attention-grabbing app icons and screenshots
• Producing promotional videos that highlight your app's features
• Implementing localization strategies for global markets
• Analyzing user reviews and ratings to improve app quality
• Monitoring performance metrics and competitor analysis
• A/B testing of various ASO elements to maximize results

Our ASO experts stay updated with the latest app store algorithms and trends to ensure your app achieves maximum visibility and downloads.

Yes, you retain full ownership of your application's source code and all associated intellectual property rights once the project is completed and final payment is made. Our agreements explicitly transfer all rights to the custom code developed for your project to you.

We maintain strict confidentiality throughout the development process. We may use general frameworks, libraries, or reusable components that we've developed, but the implementation and customization specific to your project belong entirely to you.

Upon project completion, we provide you with:

• All source code repositories
• Documentation
• Design assets
• Access to any third-party services or APIs that were integrated

This gives you complete freedom to maintain or enhance your application with us or any other development team in the future.

Getting started with your app project is simple:

1. Initial Consultation: Contact us through our website, email, or phone to schedule a free consultation where we'll discuss your project idea, goals, and requirements.
2. Proposal and Estimate: Based on our discussion, we'll provide you with a detailed proposal including scope, timeline, and cost estimates.
3. Project Kickoff: Once you approve the proposal, we'll schedule a kickoff meeting to introduce the team, refine requirements, and establish communication channels.
4. Development Process: We'll begin the development process following our established methodology, keeping you informed and involved throughout.

We recommend preparing a brief outline of your app idea, target audience, key features, and any design preferences before our initial consultation. This helps us understand your vision more clearly and provide more accurate estimates.

Ready to start? Contact us today to schedule your free consultation!

Yes, we understand the importance of confidentiality when developing innovative app ideas. We routinely sign Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) before discussing detailed project requirements or sensitive business information.

We can either use our standard NDA template or review and sign your NDA document. This ensures that all your ideas, business models, and proprietary information remain confidential throughout our engagement and beyond.

Our commitment to confidentiality extends across our entire team, and we have strict internal protocols to safeguard client information.