March 3, 2026

Most founders assume in-house UA is cheaper. The math says otherwise.

In-house UA wins above $200K monthly spend. Agencies win under $50K. Hybrid models work best for scaling apps. Choose based on budget, expertise gaps, and speed requirements, not company size.
March 3, 2026

Most mobile advertisers add targeting layers on Meta. Meta’s own algorithm rules say stop.

Complete guide to Meta (Facebook/Instagram) app campaigns: Advantage+ optimization, creative testing, SKAN setup, scaling strategies, and the modern playbook for mobile app growth.
March 2, 2026

Most marketers chase lower CPI. The unit economics say otherwise.

Learn what CPI means for mobile apps, see benchmarks by category, and discover strategies to lower your cost per install.
March 2, 2026

Why most iOS teams are scaling campaigns on ROAS data that’s quietly broken

ROAS measures revenue per ad dollar spent. Learn the formula, how to calculate D1/D7/D30 ROAS, set targets by vertical, and optimize profitable campaigns.
March 2, 2026

Most UA teams optimize hooks for clicks. The retention data says something else.

Identity-transformation hooks generate 34% higher CTR than feature-based messaging by tapping into aspirational self-image rather than rational benefits. Here's the psychology and framework behind them.
March 2, 2026

Most mobile teams scale UA to grow profit. The math says look elsewhere first.

Set mobile UA budgets using payback period, target CPI, or revenue percentage methods. Allocate 60% to best channels, scale at 3x+ ROAS, and adjust monthly based on LTV data.
March 2, 2026

Most app marketers assume TikTok and ASA expand reach. For weak-retention apps, the opposite is true.

Compare Meta, Google UAC, TikTok, Apple Search Ads, and programmatic networks for mobile app UA. Learn when to use each channel, minimum budgets, and allocation strategies based on retention and ROAS performance.
March 2, 2026

Most app marketers obsess over CPI. The math says they’re optimizing the wrong number.

Mobile app CPI ranges from $1-15 by vertical, with iOS costing 20-40% more than Android. Fintech users cost $5-15, gaming $1-4, and subscription $3-8 due to retention and LTV differences.
March 2, 2026

The static vs video ad assumption most mobile marketers get wrong

Video ads dominate awareness with 15-25% VTR on cold audiences, while static excels in retargeting at 3.2-5.8x ROAS. The real winner is hybrid: video for top-funnel, static for bottom.