ASO terminology and definition
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App Ranking
App Ranking Refers to the Position of an App in the Search Results or Category Lists of App Stores (such as Google Play/Apple Store), Directly Influencing the Probability of User Discovery and Download. The Higher the Ranking, the Higher the Exposure and Download Volume Typically Are.
App store rankings exhibit significant regional and platform dependencies:
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Operating System Differences: The algorithmic mechanisms of iOS and Android differ, resulting in potentially different ranking performances for the same app on both platforms.
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Geographical Regional Differences: Even within the same store (like Google Play), differences in user search behavior, cultural preferences, and market competition levels across different countries/regions can lead to significant variations in ranking results.
Core Influencing Factors
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Keyword Relevance: The match between the app's title, description, and tags with user search terms.
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Download Volume and Engagement: Real user search and download behavior, app retention rates, and engagement.
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Ratings and Reviews: High ratings (such as 4.5+) and positive reviews enhance the store's assessment of app quality.
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Metadata Optimization: The attractiveness of visual elements like titles, screenshots, and videos, as well as the degree of localization adaptation.
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