Service · iOS
Custom iOS App Development for Small Businesses
Native iOS apps built in Swift — App Store submission, store management, and 60-day post-launch support included.
Why iOS development is harder than it looks
- Your customers are on iPhone and your business has no app presence — every time a competitor launches one, the gap widens.
- Off-the-shelf app builders produce cookie-cutter apps with heavy subscription fees and no real customization.
- Native iOS development requires knowing Swift, Xcode, Apple's Human Interface Guidelines, and the App Store submission process — a full-time skill set, not a weekend project.
What's included with a native iOS build
- Native Swift codebase written by an iOS developer who knows the platform.
- Follows Apple's Human Interface Guidelines — your app won't get rejected for non-obvious policy violations.
- App Store submission handled: screenshots, metadata, privacy manifest, App Review communication.
- Store listing management after launch: respond to reviews, push updates, manage certificates.
- REST API integration to connect the app with your existing website or back-end.
- 60-day post-launch support — bug fixes, OS compatibility, minor adjustments.
How it works
1
Spec + design
Define screens, user flows, API contract.
2
Build
Swift on Xcode, TestFlight builds for review.
3
Store preparation
Screenshots, metadata, privacy manifest.
4
Launch + monitoring
App Review submission, approval support, 60-day watch.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Mac to manage my app?
Not for day-to-day management. You'll need an Apple Developer account ($99/year) — that's managed in a browser. Reviewing feedback, responding to reviews, and approving version updates are all done in App Store Connect. You only need a Mac if you're submitting builds yourself, which ArdinGate handles.
How does App Store review work?
Apple reviews every app and update before it's publicly available. Standard review takes 24–48 hours; apps with new features or that trigger additional scrutiny can take up to a week. Rejections are common and fixable — most are policy clarifications, privacy declaration gaps, or UI issues Apple flags. ArdinGate handles the back-and-forth with App Review.
What's the difference between an iOS-only app and a cross-platform build?
An iOS-only app in Swift is fully native — tightest platform integration, best performance, Apple-preferred for apps that need deep OS features. Cross-platform covers both iOS and Android from one codebase, which is more efficient if you need both stores. If your users are majority iPhone and Android coverage is a nice-to-have, iOS-native is the right call.
Can you update an existing iOS app I already have?
Yes — app redesigns and rebuilds are a separate service. If you have an existing App Store listing and want to modernize it, see the App Redesign page. If you just need ongoing updates and maintenance, see the App Maintenance plans.