OS compatibility updates
Updated ahead of new iOS and Android releases, not scrambled after something stops working.
Overview
Apps need upkeep even when nothing about them has changed
A mobile app that isn't actively developed still needs attention, because iOS and Android don't stand still. New OS versions deprecate old APIs, app store policies change, third-party SDKs release breaking updates, and a perfectly good app can quietly stop working or get pulled from a store if none of that gets addressed.
We take over maintenance for apps we didn't originally build as often as ones we did. That starts with reviewing the existing codebase honestly, then keeping it compatible with new OS releases, updating dependencies before they become a forced emergency, and fixing bugs or adding features as they come up.
What's included
Kept current, not left until something breaks
Dependency & SDK upgrades
Third-party libraries and SDKs kept current, since outdated ones are a common source of both bugs and security risk.
Bug fixes
Issues triaged and fixed on a schedule that fits how critical they actually are to your users.
Ongoing feature development
New functionality added to an app that's already live, without needing to touch or destabilize what already works.
Questions
Common questions about app maintenance
4 questions
Can you take over an app you didn't build?
Yes, this is most of our app maintenance work. We'll review the existing codebase honestly before committing to anything, since sometimes it's in good shape and sometimes it needs real cleanup before ongoing maintenance makes sense.
How often do mobile apps actually need updates?
More often than most teams expect, even without new features. Apple and Google both release major OS updates yearly that can deprecate older APIs, and app store policies change periodically in ways that require a compliance update to stay listed.
What happens if we stop maintaining an app entirely?
It usually keeps working for a while, then degrades: crashes on newer OS versions, broken third-party integrations, or eventual removal from the store for policy non-compliance. How fast that happens varies, but it's rarely indefinite.
Can maintenance include new features, not just fixes?
Yes, a lot of our ongoing app relationships include both, keeping the app stable and adding new functionality as the product evolves.
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