How To Make Money With iphone Applications

How To Make Money With iphone Applications

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What Are iphone Applications

There is no end in sight to iphone applications.  They range from finding stock quotes to playing an interactive video game.  There are thousands of iphone applications and move around all of the time. 

Some of the interesting iphone  applications include:

Ÿ  Interactive video games that you play with other users

Ÿ  Interactive the sound that will tell you the name of a song when you put the phone up to it

Ÿ  Ability to unlock car and house doors

Ÿ  Ability to get onto Facebook

Ÿ  Creating videos

Ÿ  Creating photo slideshows

Ÿ  Symbols and sounds to use in chat

Ÿ  Ability to chat

Ÿ  Virtual gifts

Ÿ  GPS navigation system

Ÿ  Theft alarm

These are just a few of the iphone applications that are already available.  You can find them at various places online or you can find them at the Apple website.  The sky is truly the limit when it comes to creating I-Phone applications. 

Most iphone applications fulfill a need that someone has, even if it is a creative need.  There are so many ideas for I-Phone applications that are only hampered by imagination.  The old saying that if you can think it, it can be done, applies heavily to this system.  If you can think of something that would make sense on an I-Phone for an application, then chances are that you can create it using software that is made for this purpose. 

In order to create iphone applications that people will want to use and will earn you money, you need to think about what the needs are of others.  If you can latch onto an idea, then you need to bring it to fruition with your I-Phone applications. 

A great many I-Phone applications are created out of necessity.  If you happen to be using the I-Phone, for example, you may find that you need to do something for which there is no application.  Just think, if you have a need for a certain application for the iphone  , so might other people.  This is how most good products are invented.  There is a need that needs to be fulfilled by a product.  Someone with imagination can make a lot of money when they combine their imagination with their own special talent and create an iphone application to make money. 

How To Create iPhone Applications

The easiest way to create an iphone application is to purchase software that is made for this purpose.  If you can follow the prompts on a software package, you can create your own I-Phone application. This is the best way that you can get started with this process.    An I-Phone application is called a widget.  It is software that is relatively easy to create.  You can go to Google and download software for creating Widgets and use that to create your application.   You will create your iphone application by using software that you download to your own computer.  The widget or application will be created on your own computer. 

It is not difficult to get widget tools.  You can get gadgets or widgets, both are on Google and Yahoo respectively.  You can also get generic widget software to create your application.  If you decide to create and distribute through the Apple site, you can download an application builder that gives you all of the tools that you need to create your own widget and get started with building the widget, debugging it and also distributing it.  You will need to go through the debug step before you can upload your application to your Apple account. 

If you are very tech-savvy, you might want to create your own application by using basic internet tools. You can download free tools that will enable you to create your own applications.  Many of the applications for the I-Phone are internet related.  By working with a site and basic I-Phone technology skills, you can create an I-Phone application.  If you can build a widget, you can make money on it by selling it outright on your own website, without having to use the Apple site. 

You can get free I-Phone application software by looking for web software that you can download for free.  The same software that can be used for web design and other web applications on your computer can be used to make applications for your iphone 

If you have application creation software for your website, you are all set.  You should create the application on your own computer website and then download it to your I-Phone.  Creating applications for the I-Phone are just like creating anything for a website. 

If you do not have a website, you should get one.  Whereas it used to be very expensive to have a website designed years ago, much has changed.  There are many web applications out there that will help you design your own website.  You can also download applications for free.  If you have a website, chances are that your hosting site will have tools that you can use to not only create your site but also to create applications for your I-Phone.  You can download the applications that you create on your computer to your I-Phone just as you would download any other application.  You can choose to use the application for yourself, or you can also choose to distribute it to others. 

There are various web tools that you can use for free online.  You should look for web tools that are both PC and Mac compatible.  Just as the I-Pod is compatible with both PC and Mac users, you should be sure that the tools you use are compatible with a Mac product. 

Creating applications is not difficult.  Once you understand how to use software that can create the applications that you want, you can usually find tutorials online.  Make your first application an easy one, such as a feed from a local news site.  This will give you a general idea of the basic components of the I-Phone application. 

If you have web design knowledge, it will be even easier for you to create an I-phone application.  If you do not have any ability when it comes to web design or are not computer savvy, but have some great ideas on I-Phone applications that you can create, you can still do so by working with a partner. 

Working With Someone Else

If you do not have someone else with whom you want to work when it comes to creating your I-Phone apps, then you can find a partner.  The best place to find a partner is to go online and look for freelance web designers.   You can find them in a number of different places.  You can look for them at places like www.freelancer.comor www.fiverr.com.  These are two websites that connect those who want the services of a freelancer with the freelancer. 

You should not put your whole idea out there when you ask for bids for your job.  You should look for someone who has experience with I-Phone application design.  Chances are that you will get many bids from those who are interested in your project.  Look for references as well as samples of their work before hiring anyone to design your I-Phone application. 

After you have hired someone to work with you in your I-phone application, the next step is to get them to sign a disclosure statement.  This is to agree that they will not share your idea or information with anyone else before you have a chance to launch your application.  There is always an element of risk of theft when you work with someone who you do not know, or who you do know, for that matter.  However, you can cut out some of that risk by making them sign a legal document. 

You should give them a set time limit to create the application and send the file to you.  You can use the escrow service at these sites to pay for the work once it is complete. 

Working with someone else can be the ideal way to get your application created even if you have no technical skills whatsoever.  If you have just an idea for a good application, you can work with someone else who will get paid for their design of the product. 

Another way to pay someone and to make sure that they do not reveal your idea is to offer to split the profit with them.  If the application works out and makes money, they get paid.  If not, they do not get paid.  You can enter into a joint venture agreement with someone online in this way.  Again, the secrecy of the product should be maintained at all times.  You should never assume that your idea is confidential unless you put it in writing. 

Another way to work with someone to create an I-Phone application is to go through your local school or tech school.  Would be web designers probably already know how to create I-Phone applications and are using them already.  Most of them will be thrilled if you can combine your idea and marketing plan with their technological expertise to make money.  You can offer to split the money, entering into a partnership of sorts, or you can offer to pay a price up front for the work.

Most web designers would rather get paid up front for work than share the profit.  You are actually better off to pay for work and make sure that the web designer signs a release and hold harmless agreement as you stand to earn a great deal of money with the right I-Phone application. 

Working with someone else, however, can be the least expensive way to create an I-Phone application.  Realistically, if you go into a partnership with someone who has experience in designing I-Phone applications and is willing to take a commission on the sales, you can end up making money without having to invest very much money at all.

The profits for successful I-Phone applications can be enormous.  There are people out there making as much money as you do in a week in one day with their successful I-Phone applications.   If you have a great idea for an I-Phone app but are not sure about how to create it, consider working with someone else who can do the job for you. 

Making Money With Ads

One way that you can make money with your I-Phone applications is to use ads with your application.  Instead of selling your applications, you can give them away as free downloads.  You can incorporate ads with the application and set up accounts for those who want to sponsor the application.  They can pay you a flat fee for advertising their product, service or they can pay you per download. 

Once you get used to create applications, you will most likely want to create more.  As the creative process continues to evolve, it will multiply.  You will find that it becomes easier to come up with ideas the more you create as energy bounces off each other. 

In order to get the ads for your application, you can look for them on sites like Click Bank.  This is a site for affiliate marketers.  You can look for companies that are looking for affiliates.  This is often easier than looking for companies that have an affiliate program. 

Affiliate programs give you a percentage of the profits every time someone clicks onto their site and buys something, or in some cases just clicks on the site.  You can set up an affiliate account in many different ways.  When you work as an affiliate, you get paid each time the ad is used, not with each download. 

You can also advertise an e-marketing plan through I-Phone on your website.  This can bring those who are interested in using your applications as a way to get the word out about their business. 

You can even make up apps for the I-Phone that work off of the product or service that the company offers.  In such a case, you should create the app and then ask the company for advertising.  Chances are that they will agree to this proposal.  This is a bit more involved than just going on Click Bank and being an affiliate but often nets you more cash. 

Companies will want to know what type of application you are distributing and how.  You should have a business plan ready for any company you contact so that they will understand what they will be getting for their money. 

It is important that you understand the target market for your advertising campaign.  Both your application and the company that you are advertising for should have the same target market.  Before you can advertise anything, be it your application or an ad that is on your application, you need to know who the target market is.  The target market is who will most likely buy the product that you are advertising.   Both of the products should target the same market. 

For example, if you are advertising a product that has a target market of women, you do not want to have it on an application that gives you all of the football scores.  While many women like football, the target market of football advertising is men.  You can tell just by watching a football game on television and seeing the ads.   The ads are only effective when they hit the target market. 

One way to get advertisers for your I-Phone application is to go to social networks such as Facebook and MySpace.  Many of them have people in the arts that are looking to get the word out about their band, art, music or acting abilities.  You can contact them directly to see if they are interested in being part of your application.  Many applications also feature music and art from unknown artists. 

Using ads are an ideal way to make money off of your I-Phone application.  You are better off to give away applications when you are using advertising from which you are earning a profit.  Many people feel that when they purchase an application, they should not have to see any ads.  When they download a free application, however, they are used to seeing ads. 

Whether you procure the ads from other companies directly or through an affiliate program, you can make money off of your I-Phone applications by using it to advertise products or services.  As long as you are aware of who your target market is for your application as well as for your ad, and the two of them mesh well together, you can make money using this type of system. 

Ads are a different way to make money with your I-Phone applications rather than just outright selling them.  Ads can make sense if your applications are not very unique or are those where there is limited interest.  As long as you can come up with an application for the I-Phone, you can use an ad to make money by distributing the product.

It is important to also note that most of the I-Phone users are younger people.  While the internet is beginning to target older individuals with advertising campaigns, I-Phone applications target younger people who also happen to have the money for this technology and to keep it up.

Your applications should appeal to a younger audience that is more likely to download the product.  While applications like stock market updates and weather updates from your area may seem like a fine idea and are already implemented in I-Phone applications, updates on the latest pop band or new trend maybe even more popular when it comes to applications as well as getting advertisers. 

When you are seeking advertisers for your applications, be sure to look for those who are marketing their products for a younger crowd. 

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