Social Commerce App Development Company

Appic Softwares is a social commerce app development company building live shopping, video commerce, and influencer storefront apps for iOS and Android. We deliver custom social commerce platform development backed by 300+ mobile apps and 10+ years of experience.
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Aavas Financiers - Appic Softwares client
Asics
LG
Bridl
HomeTab
Tata
Balaji Telefilm
Mahanagar Times
Aavas Financiers - Appic Softwares client
Asics
LG
Bridl
HomeTab
Tata
Balaji Telefilm
Mahanagar Times
Aavas Financiers - Appic Softwares client
Asics
LG
Bridl
HomeTab
Tata
Balaji Telefilm
Mahanagar Times

What Is Social Commerce?

Social commerce refers to the use of social media platforms and networks for buying and selling products and services. It integrates e-commerce functionalities into social media platforms, allowing users to browse, select, and purchase items directly within their social media experiences. For full-stack mobile store builds, explore our ecommerce app development company services.

Social Commerce Services Provided By Us

01. Video Commerce Platform Development

A platform through which influencers/models can portray clothes that depict better color, size, and shape. Customers tend to buy products online which gives them better credibility and assurance. Thus your sales would increase through a video commerce platform.

02. AR/VR Shopping

A virtual reality shopping app that allows customers to view the products in reality and make a purchase according to the actual appearance. Just like a video commerce platform, AR/VR Shopping would also assist you in gaining more sales.

03. Influencer Shopping App

An app that allows different influencers to portray fashion on the app and earn commission through every product sold. With influencer marketing in boom, this can help you generate more sales.

04. Live Stream Shopping

Creators can now answer questions, share stories, and provide product information in real-time through the live video function. Instantaneous purchases of featured products are available, and viewers may engage with the video host through emojis, comments, and likes. The live video streaming trend began on Taobao and has since expanded to several sites, including Amazon Live, TalkShopLive, NTWRK, and Popshoplive.

05. Group Purchases

The term "group buying" refers to an online phenomenon in which many consumers band together to negotiate lower prices for goods and services with participating retailers. One well-known Chinese social commerce network, Pinduoduo, allows users to create teams and share discounts.

06. Facebook Shops

Shops allow vendors to set up a one-of-a-kind, fully customizable online storefront on the Instagram and Facebook platforms. They are making it possible for clients to peruse wares and make purchases without ever leaving the Facebook or Instagram company page. Vendors can link their online store's product stream with their Facebook and Instagram stores

07. Instagram Shopping

With Instagram's business account, marketers can create a virtual storefront where users can buy products by tagging them in posts and stories as well as in images and videos. Additionally, letting Instagrammers buy things without ever leaving the app is a huge plus.

08. Whatsapp Shopping App Integration

With a WhatsApp business account, retailers can integrate the messaging service with their Facebook Store or native e-commerce platform. Here, buyers can use WhatsApp to talk to the business owner, peruse inventory, and even purchase from inside the app.

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  • 95%

    Client Retention Rate

  • $10M+

    Investment Raised by Startups

  • 300+

    Mobile Apps Developed

Benefits Of Creating A Social Commerce App

Here are the top benefits of social shopping app development rather than building an orthodox ecommerce app.
Wider Audience

Reach Out To Wider Audience

Businesses may reach a wider audience and increase sales by showcasing their items on social media. This will help you get more sales.
Influencers

Promote With Influencers

Brands may reach thousands of new social media followers by partnering with famous personalities and other powerful people to promote their products.
Product Discovery

Product Discovery

Customers can learn about new product releases, popular brands, and other factors that impact their buying choices through social media platforms.
Interaction

Interact With Shoppers

Businesses may have one-on-one conversations with customers through various social media platforms. Facilitating the faster acquisition of consumer information for brands.

Our Process Of Creating A Social Commerce App

We follow a dedicated Social commerce app development process which covers all the important aspects of the app. From ideation to launch we will be responsible for your app launch. Here is our dedicated app development process:

Requirement Analysis

Requirement Analysis

At first, our business analysts will understand your business objective and assist you in gaining add-on benefits to your software.

Feature Listing

Feature Listing

We will add a list of must-haves and advanced features that suit your Ecommerce app. You can add or remove features as per your need.

Profile Overview

Profile Overview

Up next, you will be meeting your developers who will assist you in the development. Moreover, there will be a project manager for your product that will assist you with the development.

Product Development

Product Development

We will begin with the development ensuring you that all your requirements are met. Our project manager will be in contact with you and will update you regarding the progress.

Maintenance Support

Maintenance Support

Once your project is live, we will provide 45 days of free project maintenance. Moreover, you can also hire dedicated developers from us at just $15/Hr for further updation and maintenance.

Total revenue of mobile apps is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.27%, and it is estimated to reach $614.40 billion by 2026.

Thus if you are planning to digitalize your services then it's the right time. Consult Our App Developers!

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Social Commerce?

Social commerce is called buying and selling goods and services using social media networks and platforms. Thanks to this feature's integration with e-commerce platforms, users may shop for products, make selections, and pay for them without ever leaving their social network accounts.

What Are The Different Types Of Social Commerce Platforms?

There are various social commerce platforms that you can avail of:
  • Video Commerce
  • AR/VR Shopping
  • Influencer Shopping App
  • Live Streaming Shopping
  • Group Shopping App

Why Is Social Commerce On A Boom?

Among all channels, 27% of customers said that social media is the best for discovering new items. Social commerce gives customers more credibility and assurance regarding a product and how it will feel. Thus the chances of selling a product would also increase.

How Much Time Would It Take To Create A Social Commerce App?

Creating a Social commerce app can take around 3-6 months of development. The duration depends on the list of features you want to include in your app.

What Is The Cost of Creating A Social Commerce App?

The cost of creating a Social commerce app ranges from $10,000 to $30,000 depending on the design and the list of features you want in your app.