FAQ

Common questions

Everything founders ask us most — cost, timelines, tech and ownership. Question not covered? Send us a message or book a call.

How much does it cost to build a mobile app?

Every app is different, so we don't do one-size-fits-all pricing. After a short brief we give you a fixed, itemised estimate before any code is written — so you know the full scope and cost up front, with no open-ended hourly surprises.

How long does it take to build an app?

A well-scoped MVP typically ships in 8–14 weeks. We work in two-week sprints and put a live build in your hands every Friday, so you see real progress long before launch.

Should I build for iOS or Android first?

It depends on your audience. We help you decide in the brief — and because we write native Swift and Kotlin in parallel, launching on both platforms at once is usually only a small premium over one.

Do you build native apps or cross-platform?

We build fully native — Swift and SwiftUI on iOS, Kotlin and Jetpack Compose on Android. Native gives you the best performance, the smoothest animations, and full access to every device capability.

Do you work with non-technical founders and startups?

Yes. A large share of our clients are first-time, non-technical founders. We translate your idea into a fundable plan, handle every technical decision, and keep you in the loop in plain language.

Who owns the code and the intellectual property?

You do — completely. You get the full source code, app store accounts in your name, and all IP on delivery. There is no lock-in to us.

Do you offer support and maintenance after launch?

Yes. Launch is the start, not the finish. We monitor crashes and performance, ship updates against real usage data, and keep your app current with new OS releases.

Where is Forkbyte based and do you work remotely?

We are a product studio in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and we work with founders worldwide. Most collaboration happens remotely, with in-person sessions when it helps.

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