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Fully Booked on the App Store and Google Play

Fully Booked - App Store and Play Store Deployment

fully booked brand logoFully BookedDevOps EngineeringApr 24, 2023 - Jun 24, 20252 years 3 months

The Fully Booked operator app reached the App Store and Google Play and keeps passing review, so UK minibus operators can run their business from their phone. The listings sell the business case one benefit per screenshot, compliance is built into the product with in-app account deletion and privacy declarations that match what the app collects, links open the app directly, and releases are staged so an update never breaks an operator's working day.

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The Full Story

The operator app is where the network lives day to day, so getting it into both stores and keeping it there is part of the product.

Operators run their business from their phone

A minibus operator spends the day on the road or on the phone, not at a desk. Referrals, covers, quotes and bookings only happen if the tool is in their pocket, which is why the heart of Fully Booked is a React Native app for iPhone and Android rather than a web dashboard.

Shipping it to both stores, and keeping it there through every phase of new features, is what turns the platform's ideas into something operators can use on a Tuesday morning.

The listing is the sales page

Most operators meet Fully Booked on a store page, often after a partner has sent them an invitation code. So the listing sells the business case in one line, turn wasted leads into cash, and each screenshot carries one benefit: booking software built for the trade, more conversions, stored bookings, asking for cover and sending quotations.

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The App Store listing: Turn Wasted Leads Into Cash, and the five benefit screenshots
The Google Play listing with the same set of screenshots

Screenshots that each sell one reason to install

The store screenshots are real screens of the app framed with a headline written for an operator rather than a developer. They were produced as a set for every device size both stores require, so the same five-step pitch reads the same on an iPhone, an iPad or an Android phone.

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Store screenshot: Fully Booked booking software
Store screenshot: increase conversions
Store screenshot: store bookings
Store screenshot: ask for cover

Built to pass review the first time

Both stores reject apps for small omissions, so the compliance work was built into the product: phone verification by text message, password reset, account deletion from inside the app, and privacy and terms pages served by the backend. The privacy declarations on each listing match what the app actually collects.

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The App Store privacy section: data linked and not linked to the user
The Google Play data safety section: encrypted in transit, data can be deleted

Links that open the app

Quotes, invitations and notifications all carry links. The operator site serves the Apple and Android association files, so a partner who taps a link on a phone with the app installed lands inside the app, and one without it lands on a download page.

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The operator site that serves the app association files and the download links, on a laptop
The operator site on a phone

Updates without breaking a working day

Operators rely on the app every day, so releases are staged: small fixes ship over the air, larger ones as reviewed store builds, and both apps were upgraded to the latest native versions ahead of the stores' deadlines. Release notes are written for operators and say what the update does for their business.

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The Google Play listing with screenshots and the release notes written for operators

Where the network lives

Every feature in the Fully Booked story, referrals, covers, quotes, stored bookings, the wallet, reaches operators through these two listings. For the founder, each approved release puts new revenue features in operators' hands; for operators, it is the same familiar app getting more useful.

The screenshots and feature graphic are told in the visual assets story, and the campaign that sends operators to the stores in the advertising story.

What they said

Dominic Dormer

Founder of Fully Booked

3 years 7 months

Excellent time keeping, great attitude, brilliant skill. highly recommend

Dec 05, 2024

(5.0)

Darren Cromer

Director at Fully Booked

3 years 7 months

Monir is an exceptional developer with outstanding expertise in his field. His advanced skills enable him to deliver results that surpass those of competitors. He is very thorough and has keen attention to detail, Monir is an excellent listener who can transform your ideas into reality with precision.

Nov 28, 2024

(5.0)

Dominic Dormer

Founder of Fully Booked

3 years 7 months

Today marks one year of working with Monir, and this time has allowed me to know Monir as a truly dedicated individual. We have collaborated on my project daily for the past year, and not once has Monir failed to respond. Monir has invested tremendous effort and focus into this project, working late nights and early mornings, always available to answer calls and resolve issues. There has never been a moment when Monir turned down work or shirked responsibility. The project is growing day by day, and if it becomes a success, it will be largely thanks to Monir's unwavering dedication.

Jul 03, 2024

(5.0)

Dominic Dormer

Founder of Fully Booked

3 years 7 months

I cannot express enough gratitude for Monir's exceptional work as a full-stack developer. Over the past 8 months, Monir has been instrumental in bringing my vision to life by diligently crafting a sophisticated platform that exceeds all expectations. Monir's proficiency in his craft is unparalleled. His technical expertise, coupled with his creative problem-solving skills, has consistently resulted in innovative solutions that have elevated our platform to new heights. His ability to seamlessly navigate through complex challenges showcases his mastery of both front-end and back-end development. Beyond his technical prowess, Monir's professionalism and dedication are truly commendable. He has demonstrated unwavering commitment and reliability throughout the entire development process, ensuring that every aspect of the platform is meticulously crafted to perfection. Working with Monir has been an absolute pleasure. His clear communication, attention to detail, and proactive approach have made collaboration effortless and enjoyable. He has not only met deadlines consistently but has also gone above and beyond to deliver features that surpass expectations. In conclusion, Monir is not just a developer; he is a visionary who brings passion, expertise, and dedication to every project he undertakes. I am immensely grateful for his invaluable contributions to our platform, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking a top-tier full-stack developer. Thank you, Monir, for your outstanding work and unwavering commitment to excellence. You are truly a standout talent in your field.

Mar 27, 2024

(5.0)

Dominic Dormer

Founder of Fully Booked

3 years 7 months

Monir is a very experienced developer. I have been working with him very closely for 8 months now. He has achieved every goal that we planned. He has taken on very complex challenges with the project that we have created and has been able to solve every issue that we've faced. He is extremely hard working. He works day and night. He's work ethic is excellent. He never complains or give excuses. My project is beautiful now and I can't wait to promote it to the world.

Jan 21, 2024

(5.0)

Dominic Dormer

Founder of Fully Booked

3 years 7 months

Monir has been working on my project for the last 3-4 months. We have been speaking and creating ideas to improve this project on a daily basis. The project is now complete and I can honestly say Monir is one of the best people I've ever worked with. Every single commitment that Monir promised from the beginning of this journey he stuck to and achieved. He never moaned, complained or made an excuse about anything. He completed every single commitment that we agreed upon. Monir worked early mornings and late nights until he produce the project I asked of him, and now my business journey is ready to move forward and I'm completely glad that I choose Monir to create this platform for me. The project consisted of an admin panel a customer website and an app. All projects were built to high specification and have very sophisticated features. I would definitely recommend monir to anyone looking for a serious developer.

Oct 18, 2023

(5.0)

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