Core Methods to Improve Retention:
- Utilize retargeting ads in conjunction with product activities.
- Employ push notifications via PWA, often in conjunction with product activities to boost engagement.
What is PWA?
PWA (Progressive Web Apps) is a technology that combines the advantages of web pages and mobile applications, aiming to provide users with smooth and efficient experiences. PWA utilizes modern web technologies such as Service Worker and Web App Manifest, enabling web applications to have functionalities similar to native apps, including offline capabilities, push notifications, and the ability to add to the home screen. This technology allows apps to offer a native app-like experience without relying on app stores.
In simpler terms, PWA allows the generation of an icon on the smartphone’s home screen without the need to download from an app store. It functions similarly to a native app but is accessed through web browsing, with certain technical enhancements such as push notifications and caching to enhance the user experience.
Applications of PWA
- Products Unable to be Listed: PWA provides a distribution method independent of app stores, making it suitable for products operating in gray areas, avoiding issues such as app review processes.
- Legitimate E-commerce, Content, or Simplified Development Apps: Though few are currently developed, PWA technology is applicable in these fields, offering improved user experiences and functionalities.
Methods to Improve Retention
PWA assists in boosting user retention through the following methods:
- Retargeting Ad Campaigns: Employ retargeting campaigns on platforms like Facebook and Google Ads, targeting users who have previously visited the website, completed registration but not made a purchase, or made a purchase but may be interested in further offers.
- Ad Formats: Personalized ads can be pushed on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram), search engines (e.g., Google Ads), and display ad networks to remind users to complete previous actions.
- Optimization: Optimize ad relevance and click-through rates by aligning ad content with ongoing product activities, thereby increasing user revisit and retention rates.
- Utilize PWA Push Notifications: Push notifications are a highlight of PWA, allowing applications to send messages to user devices even when offline, enhancing user engagement and revisits. PWA push notifications function similarly to traditional native app push notifications but do not require app installation.
- Advantages of Push Notifications: Send personalized notifications based on timing or triggered events to remind users of new content, special offers, or pending tasks, directly increasing user interaction and retention.
- Content Strategy: Design compelling notification content, such as promotional offers, important updates, or personalized recommendations.
- Provide Offline Support: Offline support is a core feature of PWA, allowing users to access certain app functionalities or content even without an internet connection.
- Offline Caching: Utilize Service Worker to cache key pages and resources, ensuring users can access recently visited content even when offline.
- Progressive Enhancement: Provide full functionalities when online and basic functionalities when offline. For content-based apps, cache summaries of articles or videos, enabling users to preview content while offline.
Offline caching can be implemented to cache a portion of content, enhancing PWA loading speed.