Mobile app marketplaces are important channels through which developers can distribute their apps and users can find and download them. The Google Play Store and Apple App Store dominate the market, but there are many other marketplaces available that offer different benefits, including better revenue-sharing arrangements, content targeted to a specific region, a focus on security, or exclusive apps not available on the mainstream platforms. Marketplaces can meet varied needs for all users, from users who prefer open source software to those that focus on gaming or apps customized for business purposes.
While the traditional marketplaces are highly robust, many developers benefit from the increased exposure and flexibility of becoming available through alternative app stores, while users benefit by gaining other app choices unavailable in the traditional marketplaces. There are choices for users and developers, regardless of whether or not they want to participate in a marketplace that is less restrictive, has lower commission fees, or is specifically dedicated to a niche marketplace. Read more…






































