How much does a custom mobile app cost?
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Simple apps ($15K-30K USD), medium apps ($40K-120K USD), complex apps ($150K+). Cost depends on features, integrations, and platforms (iOS, Android, or both). Costs vary by country—lower in Colombia/Costa Rica, higher in USA.
React Native or native (Swift/Kotlin)?
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We recommend native for maximum performance and app store compliance. React Native or Flutter if you need rapid MVP and cost-effective multi-platform deployment. We evaluate based on your priorities: long-term performance vs time-to-market.
How long to launch an app?
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MVP in 6-8 weeks. Apps with more features, 12-16 weeks. App Store review: 1-2 weeks for Apple, 2-4 hours for Google Play. Total: budget 4-5 months from start to live stores.
Do you include post-launch support?
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Yes. 3 months of maintenance and support included. After that, we offer monthly plans ($2K-5K USD) for iOS/Android updates, bug fixes, and new feature development.
Does the app include push notifications?
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Yes, push notifications are standard. We integrate Firebase (Android) and APNs (iOS). We can segment users, schedule campaigns, and track engagement.
Can I use social login (Google, Facebook)?
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Absolutely. Social authentication is recommended—faster user signup, higher conversion. Google, Facebook, Apple Sign-In all supported. Also includes traditional email/password.
Do you deliver the source code?
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Yes, complete source code, git repository, build configs, and API documentation included. Full ownership transfer. You can continue development with any team or modify endlessly.
Who owns the app and intellectual property?
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You do. Complete IP ownership transfer. We sign agreements confirming you own the app, code, and all IP. Emerald Studio has zero ownership claims. Perfect for selling or licensing your app.
Do you sign NDAs?
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Yes, immediately and happily. We sign NDAs before discussing any project details. Confidentiality is guaranteed. All your business ideas, features, users, finances—completely confidential.