Introduction
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What are instant updates? Copied!
Instant updates deliver changes to mobile applications immediately,
bypassing the need for users to download new versions from app stores.
Leveraging Over-The-Air (OTA) technology, Cliqcast pushes updates directly
to users' devices, ensuring the latest features, bug fixes, and improvements
are always accessible without any manual intervention.
How does Cliqcast work? Copied!
For React Native-based apps, updates are packaged as JavaScript code bundles. Using Cliqcast, the process involves:
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Bundle: The app version is bundled as a JavaScript package and securely uploaded to Cliqcast's servers.
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Rollout: You control how the update is distributed, such as by percentage or specific user groups (alpha, beta, production, etc.).
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Delivery: Users automatically download the update in the background the next time they open the app, maintaining an uninterrupted experience.
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Monitoring: T rack update deployment status and user activity via the Cliqcast metrics dashboard.
What are some limitations of the tool? Copied!
Things Cliqcast is not able to do:
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Native dependency updates: If a native dependency is added or upgraded (e.g., React Native Elements), this update can't be sent via Cliqcast. This is because we are not able to send out the corresponding Switch/ObjC (iOS) or Java/Kotlin (Android) code that are added by the change in the dependency. If you are upgrading a native dependency, you will need a traditional app store update.
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Significant functionality changes: Major app changes require review from the App Store or Play Store, and the update should not be sent via Cliqcast.
For more information on Native dependency updates, check out the page below:
What if things go wrong? Copied!
Worry not, we provide a mechanism to rollback any previously delivered
instant updates. This is one of the great benefits of having an instant
update solution! To avoid potential issues with the Cliqcast delivery &
rollback mechanism, please make sure to follow the Safety Checklist.