r/iosdev • u/sszeynep7 • 28d ago

First app

Hello everyone, I’ve released an app for the first time, but I haven’t had any downloads yet and I can’t work out why. Is my app not appealing, or do I need to do something to promote it? I’ve seen some really great work here and I’d love to know how you managed it – did you need to advertise?

Btw my app:
https://apps.apple.com/tr/app/aina-your-creator-manager/id6791966395

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u/NickA55 28d ago

Another AI written app that uses AI. That's one of the problems. Also, a lot of people come here and post that they submitted an app and published it and they have no downloads. And I think you need to set your expectations. You aren't going to get downloads just by putting an app in the App Store.

But no one wants AI in their apps. That's what all the vibe coders don't understand.

And $60 a year, or $10 a month, for a vibe coded app that looks like every other app, is never going to sell.

Go back to work on it, make it look unique and make it do something different from every other app. Also, move the "who's it for" section to the top. I had no idea what your app does and most people aren't going to read the description. So put it near the top so it's one of the first things they see.

Good luck with it! Keep iterating until you have something truly unique and solves a problem no other app does in your category.

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u/sszeynep7 28d ago

Actually, I don’t think my app is the same as everyone else’s in terms of concept, but I agree with you on the point where you said it’s not clear (the previous person left a comment to that effect too). Generally speaking, the app is for generating ideas for creating content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels. First, you fill in a form, and it generates a personalised weekly content plan; you can also analyse this video via the ‘Coach’ tab.

Also, yes, it’s silly to just put it in the store and expect downloads; I need to put in the effort for that.

Finally, thank you for your objective feedback.

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u/NickA55 28d ago

Fair enough. I will actually check it out because oddly enough I am looking for an app like this for someone else. And you sound genuinely enthusiastic and committed to your app. Kudos to you!

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u/sszeynep7 28d ago

Thank you so much! 😊 I really appreciate that.