Google Play Console KPI New App: Indie Developer Benchmarks
Know your Google Play Console KPIs after your first Android app launch. Real indie benchmarks, what the numbers mean, and when to worry.
· 14 min read
Growth
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Chrome Extension ASO: The Ranking Signals That Actually Drive Growth in 2026
Weekly Active Users now outweigh downloads in Chrome Web Store rankings. The 2026 ASO playbook for retention signals, review velocity, and conversion.
· 10 min read
Chrome Web Store Optimization (CWSO): The 7 Ranking Signals That Actually Move Installs in 2026
CWSO is the new ASO. The 7 signals Chrome's algorithm uses to rank extensions in 2026 — and the keyword, listing, and review levers that compound installs.
· 10 min read
How to Get More Android App Installs: The 2026 Playbook
65% of Android apps never hit 1,000 installs. The 2026 three-layer playbook — Discoverability, Conversion, Retention — that compounds Play Store growth.
· 16 min read
How to Get More Chrome Extension Installs: The 5-Stage Funnel Playbook
85% of Chrome extensions never reach 1,000 installs. The 5-stage install funnel, drop-off benchmarks at each stage, and how to fix your bottleneck first.
· 15 min read
How to Get More Edge Addon Installs: The 2026 Growth Playbook
Most devs leave 12% of their install base on the table by skipping Edge. The math, Partner Center setup, and channels that move the needle in 2026.
· 16 min read
How to Increase Android App Reviews: In-App Review API Playbook 2026
Master Google's Play In-App Review API — quotas, behavior-triggered prompts, velocity benchmarks, reply ROI, and policy lines that get accounts suspended.
· 15 min read
How to Increase Chrome Extension Reviews: The Rating Velocity Playbook
Learn how to get more Chrome extension reviews by mastering rating velocity — the hidden metric CWS uses to rank extensions faster than total review count.
· 12 min read
How to Increase Edge Addon Reviews: The Microsoft Edge Store Playbook
Edge Add-ons has ~12,000 extensions vs Chrome's 112,000. That gap is your opportunity. Here's the full playbook to dominate Edge addon reviews in 2026.
· 14 min read
Merchant of Record vs Payment Gateway: Which Should You Use in 2026?
Paddle, Lemon Squeezy, and Polar vs Stripe and Braintree. Real fees, hidden costs, tax compliance, and which one actually fits your SaaS or extension.
· 17 min read
Android Booster Apps Don't Work — And Here's What Actually Does (2026)
Android manages its own RAM. Booster apps make your phone slower. Here's the science — plus what 'boosting' your Android app actually means for developers.
· 12 min read
App Extension Marketing: The First 1,000 Installs Playbook for Indie Developers (2026)
86% of Chrome extensions never reach 1,000 installs. Here's the field-tested 1-10-100-1000 launch playbook that actually works for indie developers.
· 12 min read
ExtensionBooster Reviews: Honest Feedback on the Buy-Extension-Reviews Platform
Is ExtensionBooster legit? Honest review of the platform — policy compliance, real pros and cons, and what developers actually experience.
· 11 min read
Boost Extension Reviews: 0 to 100 in 30 Days — The Real Blueprint
A proven 30-day week-by-week plan to boost extension reviews from zero. Real tactics, honest talk about what fails, and how ExtensionBooster fits in.
· 11 min read
How to Get More Android App Reviews & Ratings in 2026 (Compliant Guide)
2026 playbook for Android devs: In-App Review API, timing strategies, responding to negatives, and real-user platforms. Stay policy-compliant.
· 14 min read
How to Get Your First 1,000 Chrome Extension Users (Without Burning Out)
75% of Chrome extensions never reach 1,000 users. Here's the exact growth playbook—from listing optimization to launch spikes—that actually works.
· 12 min read
How to Get More Chrome Extension Reviews and Ratings (Without Being Annoying)
Less than 1% of users leave reviews unprompted. Here's the exact strategy to turn that into 3-5% — and why review velocity matters more than total count.
· 11 min read
Android Deep Linking Best Practices for App Growth in 2026
Firebase Dynamic Links shut down in Aug 2025 — 30% of deep links are now failing. Here's how to fix them and drive 2-3x higher conversions.
· 11 min read
Chrome Extension Update Strategy: How to Retain Users Through Every Release
Avoid the 40-60% uninstall spike after updates. Chrome extension update strategy with code, staged rollouts, and MV3 migration tactics.
· 11 min read
Chrome Extension Alternate Installation Methods: Enterprise and Linux Guide (2026)
Install Chrome extensions via preferences files, registry, and enterprise policies. Covers JSON config and silent deployment.
· 3 min read
Chrome Extension Monetization Analytics: Track Revenue, Conversions and Growth Metrics (2026)
Set up monetization analytics for your Chrome extension. Covers conversion tracking, revenue attribution, funnels, and pricing experiments.
· 10 min read
How to Monetize Your Browser Extension: Complete Payment Integration Guide (2026)
Proven monetization strategies for Chrome extensions with Stripe, ExtensionPay, Lemon Squeezy, and Paddle integration guides.
· 14 min read
Why Android App Reviews Matter: Rank Higher on Google Play and Get More Downloads in 2026
App reviews drive Google Play ranking, organic downloads, and user trust. Data-backed guide to review-powered growth for Android developers.
· 14 min read
Why Chrome Extension Reviews Matter: Rank Higher, Get More Traffic, Grow Faster in 2026
Reviews fuel Chrome Web Store search rankings. Learn how real reviews from real accounts drive discovery, organic traffic, and install growth.
· 12 min read
Chrome Extension Analytics Dashboard: What Every Metric Means and How to Use It
Master your Chrome Web Store analytics. Learn what weekly users, impressions, installs, and conversion rates mean — and how to use them to grow.
· 15 min read
Chrome Web Store Listing Optimization: How to Maximize Downloads and Visibility
Optimize your Chrome Web Store listing for maximum downloads. Discovery mechanics, ranking factors, and conversion tips for extension developers.
· 12 min read
How to Get the Featured Badge for Your Chrome Extension: A Complete Guide
Learn how to earn Chrome's Featured badge. Step-by-step nomination process, requirements, and pro tips from developers who've succeeded.
· 6 min read
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The Extension Trust Crisis: Why Reviews Matter More Than Ever After 260K Users Got Hacked
260K Chrome users fell victim to fake AI extensions. Learn why authentic reviews are now critical for extension developers.
· 7 min read
5 Best Email Marketing Services to Grow Your Chrome Extension (2026)
Compare the top email marketing platforms for SaaS and Chrome extension developers. MailerLite, Mailchimp, Brevo, ActiveCampaign, and Drip reviewed.
· 13 min read
The Complete Guide to Marketing Your Browser Extension (2026 Edition)
Proven marketing strategies for browser extensions. Chrome Web Store optimization, viral growth tactics, and monetization models that work.
· 11 min read
How to Boost Your Chrome Extension's Visibility with SEO Backlinks
Boost your Chrome extension's discoverability with ExtensionBooster's developer showcase. Get quality SEO backlinks and professional profiles.
· 5 min read