Q: What steps can I take to improve the conversion of downloads into registered users for my app? :: Knowledge Base

Bill

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Q: What steps can I take to improve the conversion of downloads into registered users for my app?

o Implement all network connection methods that you can think of, don't use just one. Make your app catch any errors in a connection method and switch to next connection method. The have the app save the best connection method in settings and in future connections use the method that worked.
o Don't rely on DNS server availability, if domain can't be resolved, try connecting to IP address directly
o Do try different ports, some standard or non standard ports may be blocked by gateway. E.g. if HTTP does not work, try socket and vice versa;
o Over HTTP, only certain mime types may be allowed (html, png, etc.), so it may help to have your app "pretend" being one of the standard mime types
o Reduce the size of your app to less than 200k, which will make it easier for all carrier gateways to pass it through

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