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Tips for Developing Your Ecommerce Mobile App

The mobile app development world is growing rapidly, but so is eCommerce. There’s no surprise that combining both elements would revolutionize t...

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The mobile app development world is growing rapidly, but so is eCommerce. There’s no surprise that combining both elements would revolutionize the retail industry. Not only are people shopping more than ever, they are also shopping online more than ever. The extra convenience of being able to shop from their mobile devices anywhere at anytime is an undeniable benefit for all eCommerce businesses. That is why even small businesses are opting for eCommerce mobile app development.

Adobe reports that mobile users made up 47 % of visits to online retailers and 31% of purchases.

Making eCommerce Mobile App Development a smart business investment.

Of course, competition and ambition to be the best has also fuelled its growth, yet not all e-store owners manage to get what they really want from their eCommerce mobile app. If that is the case with you or if you’re looking to develop an eCommerce mobile app, then you must look for the best way to get the most out of it. We know how expensive app development can be so it is only fair that you get what you pay for. So, here are some tips and suggestions for developing your eCommerce Mobile App.

Simple User Interface Laced with Ingenuity

Making User Experience (UX) seamless in your app is of outmost importance. That means designing the User Interface (UI) with mobile app factors in mind to make it more interactive for users. Remember, the screen size of a mobile device is much smaller than that of a desktop or laptop. Therefore, select a simple layout. However, the term “simple” does not mean you shouldn’t beautify the app, but rather it suggests to simply lace it with ingenuity.

A mobile app should be creative, but mainly focus on the features necessary to make the user experience great. Using a complex layout can make the app pages more susceptible to distortion. So, get it designed in a simplistic way for a better customer experience.

Read about the difference between UI and UX and how they work together. 

Ecommerce Mobile App Pages Placement

We always suggest that categories, sub-categories, sections, product pages or other relevant information-based content pages such as promotion banners should be grouped on either the right or left sidebar. As per the standard navigation system. However, the main menu including the main categories can be added to header menu. Promotion-banners can also be given a fixed position above the header area or anywhere in the footer region.

There’s a reasoning behind these standard positioning systems. The basic point is to make it easier for users to navigate through the app without feeling confused. For example, by positioning the “navigation buttons” clearly and consistently in one area throughout your app, then users will know where to look every time. Also, use simple one-word titles for all your app pages because it helps maintain consistency in menu design as well.

The Infamous Add-To Cart Button 

Some people may feel negative towards the add to cart button because they feel forced to place something in it, but it doesn’t have to be that way in an app. The reason they chose to download your eCommerce mobile app is to buy from it! So your add-to cart button should be obvious and stand out, preferably with a different color. Keeping it small or placing it in an awkward position may confuse or frustrate users and ultimately decrease sales. Oftentimes customers get frustrated enough to delete an app completely once they find it difficult to use. Regardless of how much they like your products.

Easy Login and Checkout

Key factors of any eCommerce app is registration, login and check out. You have to make signup, login and check out as quick and easy as possible. Developing a long registration or sign up process or an extensive checkout form can certainly bore users and cause them to lose interest in buying your products.

Buying a product should be the easiest process on your app. So, focus on only asking for details that you can use for future communication. For instance, email id, phone number, address for correspondence and so on. People are shopping on their phones because of convenience, by taking that convenience away with a horrific login and check out process, then you’re hurting your mobile app.

Location, Location, Location

We’ve all heard the saying, it’s all about location, location, location. It may pertain to realty, but it also plays a role in app development. Location-based services can help retailers serve customers in a more personalized manner way. Ecommerce mobile apps using location based technology lets retailers reach their customers in real-time and push special coupons, promote sales or loyalty rewards to customers based on the area. This feature benefits online stores especially because people can be shopping from anywhere in the world online so by personalizing their shopping experience, you’re in turn enhancing it.

Enhancing Load Speed

Of course, another inconvenience would be a slow app. Nobody wants to wait for the app to load completely every time they shop. Customers are looking for easy access yes, but they also look for quick load times. So, a huge factor of app success is increasing the loading speed of your app. At the same time, an eCommerce app needs to be responsive and be able to withstand large amounts of traffic without crashing or slowing down.

This can be done by cutting down on media-rich files, reducing the number of images on product pages or deleting unnecessary graphic-filled pages. Expert mobile app developers, like the ones at Iblesoft, know all the ins and outs of enhancing an app’s loading speed and traffic support. So it’s definitely recommended to get some professional help when developing any large size app.

Security

App users expect certain security from an app, but online shoppers expect a higher level of security because of the type of sensitive information used. Therefore, paying more to keep your customer’s data safe is huge. Don’t hold back on spending a little more on adding, re-adding or enhancing the security features of your app since this can, in the long run, turn out to be the safest investment you ever make. Keep in mind that happy customers who feel safe are way more likely to recommend your app, then those who don’t feel safe.

Mobile App Development Services

Iblesoft

At Iblesoft we offer eCommerce and Mobile App Development services for those ready to develop an app. However, we also offer Mobile App Consulting services for those that still need some guidance. No matter the complexity of the app or however many questions you have, we ultimately want your business to succeed. Part of that success comes from top of the line development services that include expert UX and UI designs, testing, support and maintenance. And Iblesoft has it all. 

Get in Touch with Us or Contact Our Consultants today.

You could even hire our resources if you’d like to develop your own app.

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