We’ve been experimenting with different ways to integrate external payment links in our iOS funnel. Curious what others are doing.
It’s tricky to balance user experience with App Store guidelines. We’ve tried a few approaches, but nothing feels quite right yet.
We’ve had some success with a hybrid approach. In-app, we keep the core features and a basic subscription tier. For premium stuff, we use email nurturing to guide users to our website.
On the site, we have more flexibility with payment options and can offer special deals. It’s a bit of a dance, but it’s working so far.
One trick that helped: we added a ‘learn more’ button in the app that opens a web view. It doesn’t directly link to payments, but it gets users to our site where we can do more.
Just be careful with wording in the app. We got a warning once for being too pushy about external payments. Now we focus on value and let users discover the payment options naturally.
Don’t mess around with external payment links in iOS. It’s not worth the hassle or risk of getting your app pulled.
Instead, focus on nailing your in-app funnel. Make the free features so good users can’t resist upgrading. Then offer a rock-solid in-app purchase flow.
For higher-tier stuff, use email marketing after they’ve signed up. Build a relationship, then guide them to your site for special offers or custom plans.
Remember, most users prefer simple in-app purchases anyway. Optimize that experience and you’ll see better results than trying to skirt the rules.
I use a simple web landing page that explains the app’s benefits. It has a ‘Download’ button leading to the App Store.
For payments, I mention ‘premium features’ in the app. Then I send follow-up emails about upgrading on our website.
This approach keeps things clean in the app while still letting us use external payment options.
Email them pricing info. Let them find the site. Keep it vague in-app.