Service · iOS
Custom iOS App Development for Small Businesses
iOS apps built with React Native and Expo — 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.
- iOS development requires understanding Apple's Human Interface Guidelines, the App Store submission process, and how to wrangle App Review — a full-time skill set, not a weekend project.
What's included with an iOS build
- iOS app built with React Native and Expo — native look and feel on iPhone, JS/TS codebase that's fast to iterate on.
- 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.
- Same codebase can ship to Android later without a full rebuild.
How it works
1
Spec + design
Define screens, user flows, API contract.
2
Build
React Native + Expo, TestFlight builds delivered for your 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 build still ships to the App Store and looks fully native to your users — React Native + Expo renders platform-native components. 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, an iOS-targeted build 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.