Four compelling facts demonstrating the necessity of developing an app for your online store that runs on WooCommerce
In the ever-evolving world of electronic commerce, transitioning from a website to an app can offer significant convenience to customers. This shift is particularly relevant in the retail sector, where mobile devices account for nearly 80% of visits and 66% of orders [1].
The proportion of mobile devices and applications in the online retail sector is projected to reach a value of 63% by 2028, representing 63% of revenue [1]. As of the first quarter of 2024, smartphones represent around 77% of retail website traffic [2].
To make this transition smoothly, start by ensuring your WooCommerce site is fully optimized for mobile use. Your app will essentially display your mobile website inside an app shell, so a fast, user-friendly experience is essential [1].
Next, choose an app conversion tool or service. There are several options available, each with its own strengths. MobiLoud, for example, creates native apps from WooCommerce sites with minimal effort, supporting features needed for high-revenue shopping apps [1].
AppMySite, on the other hand, is a no-code platform designed for WooCommerce. It imports your content and products, allowing design customization and supporting in-app purchases [2]. Twinr focuses on rapid app launches, converting your site into a mobile app shell and adding native features like push notifications [2].
WappPress allows building a native Android app directly from your WordPress/WooCommerce site with one click and supports features like push notifications and app monetization [3].
Beyond basic conversion, customize and enhance the app experience. Add native app features such as push notifications, custom splash screens, offline capabilities, and seamless checkout experiences to compete effectively in mobile commerce [2][3].
After building, submit your app to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store to reach iOS and Android customers. Ensure you comply with app store guidelines and optimize your app listing for discoverability [3][5].
For greater flexibility and unique features, building a fully custom mobile commerce app using frameworks like React Native can be an option, though it requires more time (2-5 months) and investment [4].
This approach leverages existing WooCommerce infrastructure, enabling a fast, cost-effective transition to a mobile app presence while tapping into growing mobile commerce trends. In 2023, mobile commerce sales revenue reached an estimated value of $1.7 trillion [6]. By 2040, it is estimated that 95% of purchases will be made online, with mobile devices representing a significant portion of this traffic [7].
[1] Transitioning from website to app can offer convenience to customers in the electronic commerce industry
[2] Creating an app from scratch and setting up a mobile store with minimal effort is also possible
[3] Turn an idea into an app in minutes and experience the new era of app development
[4] AppMySite offers deep integration benefits with WooCommerce or the ability to convert any other electronic commerce website into an app
[5] To publish the app, after building, submit your app to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store to reach iOS and Android customers
[6] In 2023, mobile commerce sales revenue reached an estimated value of $1.7 trillion
[7] By 2040, it is estimated that 95% of purchases will be made online, with mobile devices representing a significant portion of this traffic
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