In today’s fast-moving app ecosystem, keeping users on the right version of your app and managing downtime effectively is critical. Outdated apps, version mismatches, or sudden maintenance windows can frustrate users and lead to churn. That’s where AppsOnAir’s AppSync steps in, giving developers and product teams the ability to manage app updates and maintenance without code changes or manual interventions.
Let’s break down exactly how AppSync works and why it makes app management easier than ever.
AppsOnAir Portal Integration
AppSync is fully managed through the centralized AppsOnAir dashboard, which acts as your command center. Instead of hardcoding update logic into your apps or scrambling to enforce updates manually, teams can set rules and flags directly from the portal.
This includes:
- Forcing critical updates when a version is outdated or insecure.
- Scheduling maintenance windows where users see clear messages instead of broken app behavior.
- Configuring optional update prompts, letting users choose to upgrade without being forced.
All of these settings are controlled in real time from the dashboard, giving you flexibility and eliminating dependency on app store release cycles.
Triggered at App Launch
Once integrated, AppSync automatically runs a check every time the app launches.Here’s what happens under the hood:
- The app pings the AppsOnAir backend to confirm whether it’s allowed to run normally.
- If there’s a newer version, users can be prompted to update or even forced to update, depending on your rules.
- If maintenance mode is enabled, users see a clear message and can’t proceed until the downtime ends.
This ensures users are always running a supported version of your app, and no one is left stuck on an outdated build that causes errors or poor experiences.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
One of the biggest challenges for modern teams is handling versioning across different platforms. iOS and Android behave differently, and frameworks like React Native and Flutter add another layer of complexity.
AppSync solves this with true cross-platform support:
- Android
- iOS
- React Native
- Flutter
With AppSync, you can manage updates consistently across all platforms. No more writing separate logic for each framework, the SDK ensures smooth, centralized control regardless ofyour tech stack.
Why AppSync Matters?
AppSync gives teams more than just update enforcement — it provides control, clarity, and consistency across the entire user base. By handling updates at launch and offering real-time configuration through the dashboard, AppSync eliminates version chaos and creates a seamless experience for users.
Whether it’s preventing crashes due to outdated builds, communicating downtime with transparency, or keeping all users on the same version, AppSync is the missing piece in modern app lifecycle management.
