The App Growth Strategy Behind LightX’s 50M+ Installs

The App Growth Strategy Behind LightX’s 50M+ Installs

In this episode, we’re joined by Sharad Shankar, Founder of AndOr Communications Pvt Ltd, the team behind the viral AI photo editing app LightX, which has surpassed 50M installs on Android and 8M+ on iOS.

Originally launched as a paid app, LightX transitioned to a subscription model in 2019 and has since evolved into a powerful, AI-driven platform for image generation and editing.

An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, Sharad’s career spans roles in mobile engineering and building high-impact, user-focused products. In this conversation, Sharad shares his full growth playbook — from ASO, paid ads, and SEO to Web2App conversion strategies and cracking the Google Play featured placement.

He also reveals how he led a team of 60+ to turn LightX into a breakout success. This episode is a must-watch for anyone building or scaling a mobile app in 2025 and beyond.

You will discover:

✅ How LightX went from a paid app to top-grossing AI subscription

✅ Mobile growth playbook: ASO, ads, SEO, Web2App & more

✅ The secret to getting featured on Google Play

✅ Building user-first products with a strong USP

✅ Managing & scaling a 60+ member team

Learn More:

Explore LightX:

Web Product: https://www.lightxeditor.com/

iOS App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lightx-photo-editor-retouch/id1400740705

Android App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightx&hl=en_IN

Connect with Sharad:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharad-shankar-796b773/

https://andor.in/

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The Complete Guide to TikTok Ads

The Complete Guide to TikTok Ads

New to TikTok Ads? In this video, we'll cover everything you need to know to get started with advertising on TikTok. And how today's guest grew to 300,000 downloads in less than 12 months all with TikTok ads. We'll discuss what a recommended starting budget is, how to use Spark Ads, and most importantly, how to create the right creatives that drive low-cost downloads. If you're looking to increase your reach and drive more downloads, then this video is for you! Watch now to learn all about TikTok Ads and how to make the most of your advertising efforts. Topics covered: - How to scale spend up without sacrificing performance - Always reply to comments - How to use your organic account and ads account in tandem (to help each one out) - Key metrics which suggest a top performing ad Jake Carp is the Co-Founder of Steppen, the #1 Gen Z fitness app, incorporating habit formation research and gen z behavioural trends to help young people build a healthy habit around fitness. He's 22 years old and have a commerce, computer science degree at the University of Melbourne (technically I am still studying though). You can watch this video: https://youtube.com/live/R02_J3c33LQ App Audits: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/unplug-meditation/id1188080269 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fitness-2go-home-workout/id1577944466 Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ SPONSORS Growing your app beyond a certain point by yourself is almost impossible as the your beloved baby must mature and transform into a company. Bluethrone’s new partnership model is better than a VC Investment: It gives you cash in hand, your life back and the right to see your app adopted by millions, and making millions. Got an app idea that you think will be the next unicorn? But you don't know what to do next? With more than 15 years of experience creating software, B7dev.com can help you out. Schedule a free 1-hour call by going to B7Dev.com and let them know that Steve sent you. Tired of overpaying for App Store Optimization? Get unlimited ASO and app marketing support to increase your keyword rankings, downloads, and revenue. Learn more at ASO Masters. *************** Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung TikTok: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************

13 Feb 20231h 7min

Unbelievable! This Pricing Strategy Generated 38X More Sales - Here's How...

Unbelievable! This Pricing Strategy Generated 38X More Sales - Here's How...

In this video, I'm going to show you an unbelievable pricing strategy that generated 38X more sales – and it's easy to implement! This strategy is based on psychology and app marketing, and it can work for any app. If you're looking for a growth hacking strategy that can work quickly and easily, then this is the video for you! You can watch this video: https://youtu.be/2LLokZQyCL8 Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ SPONSORS Growing your app beyond a certain point by yourself is almost impossible as the your beloved baby must mature and transform into a company. Bluethrone’s new partnership model is better than a VC Investment: It gives you cash in hand, your life back and the right to see your app adopted by millions, and making millions. Got an app idea that you think will be the next unicorn? But you don't know what to do next? With more than 15 years of experience creating software, B7dev.com can help you out. Schedule a free 1-hour call by going to B7Dev.com and let them know that Steve sent you. Tired of overpaying for App Store Optimization? Get unlimited ASO and app marketing support to increase your keyword rankings, downloads, and revenue. Learn more at ASO Masters. *************** Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung TikTok: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************

9 Feb 20237min

COPY THIS $5M APP FLOW TO SKYROCKET YOUR REVENUE

COPY THIS $5M APP FLOW TO SKYROCKET YOUR REVENUE

In this video, we're taking apart a $5 million per month app to uncover its revenue generating strategies. Discover why it's more effective to request a sign-up after payment and how gated content is the future of app monetization. Join us as we explore the business side of the app world and learn how to increase your app's earnings. You can watch this video: https://youtu.be/Mq-bhaq7Fhs Featured app: https://www.calm.com/ Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ SPONSORS Growing your app beyond a certain point by yourself is almost impossible as the your beloved baby must mature and transform into a company. Bluethrone’s new partnership model is better than a VC Investment: It gives you cash in hand, your life back and the right to see your app adopted by millions, and making millions. Got an app idea that you think will be the next unicorn? But you don't know what to do next? With more than 15 years of experience creating software, B7dev.com can help you out. Schedule a free 1-hour call by going to B7Dev.com and let them know that Steve sent you. Tired of overpaying for App Store Optimization? Get unlimited ASO and app marketing support to increase your keyword rankings, downloads, and revenue. Learn more at ASO Masters. *************** Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung TikTok: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************

7 Feb 202313min

The Secret to Exploding Your Subscription Revenue: Here's How!

The Secret to Exploding Your Subscription Revenue: Here's How!

Learn how to effectively use subscription promotions, create multiple streams of income, and understand the psychology behind why users subscribe. Get actionable tips and strategies to drive subscriber growth and increase your revenue. Don't miss out on maximizing your app's potential - watch now! Alexander Guerra is the Head of Monetization at baz superapp. He is also a consultant on Platform and Pricing Strategy for start-ups and big corporations. Before joining baz, Alexander was a Lead Manager at Uber Technologies where he was responsible for building the SuperApp strategy globally and rolling out multiple revenue management tactics for profitable growth. App Audits: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/screenplay-app/id1550223099 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gronda/id1164423781 You can watch this video: https://youtube.com/live/-dOv1XGiXpM Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ SPONSORS Growing your app beyond a certain point by yourself is almost impossible as the your beloved baby must mature and transform into a company. Bluethrone’s new partnership model is better than a VC Investment: It gives you cash in hand, your life back and the right to see your app adopted by millions, and making millions. Got an app idea that you think will be the next unicorn? But you don't know what to do next? With more than 15 years of experience creating software, B7dev.com can help you out. Schedule a free 1-hour call by going to B7Dev.com and let them know that Steve sent you. Tired of overpaying for App Store Optimization? Get unlimited ASO and app marketing support to increase your keyword rankings, downloads, and revenue. Learn more at ASO Masters. *************** Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung TikTok: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************

6 Feb 20231h 11min

What is Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM)

What is Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM)

Welcome to this video on Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM)! In this tutorial, we'll be diving into the world of marketing analytics and discussing how you can use Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM) to optimize your marketing spend and improve your ROI. MMM is a statistical approach that helps companies understand the impact of different marketing tactics on sales and how to allocate their marketing budget most effectively. Whether you're a marketer, data analyst, or just interested in learning more about marketing analytics, this video is for you. So sit back, relax, and let's dive into the world of Marketing Mix Modeling! Learn more: https://www.airbridge.io/ You can watch this video: https://youtu.be/QQOHbOGanIs Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ SPONSORS Growing your app beyond a certain point by yourself is almost impossible as the your beloved baby must mature and transform into a company. Bluethrone’s new partnership model is better than a VC Investment: It gives you cash in hand, your life back and the right to see your app adopted by millions, and making millions. Got an app idea that you think will be the next unicorn? But you don't know what to do next? With more than 15 years of experience creating software, B7dev.com can help you out. Schedule a free 1-hour call by going to B7Dev.com and let them know that Steve sent you. Tired of overpaying for App Store Optimization? Get unlimited ASO and app marketing support to increase your keyword rankings, downloads, and revenue. Learn more at ASO Masters. *************** Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung TikTok: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************

2 Feb 202317min

Uncovering the Secrets of Your Competitor's App Store Optimization Strategy!

Uncovering the Secrets of Your Competitor's App Store Optimization Strategy!

In this video, we'll be diving deep into the world of app store optimization (ASO) and uncovering the secrets of your competitor's strategy. We'll show you how to analyze their keywords, app title, and descriptions to understand what's working for them, and how you can use that information to improve your own ASO. We'll also discuss the importance of keeping an eye on your competitors' ratings and reviews, and how they can impact your own app's visibility in the app store. Whether you're just getting started with ASO or looking to take your optimization to the next level, this video has something for you. So, don't miss out and hit the subscribe button now! Learn more: https://asomobile.net/en/ You can watch this video: https://youtu.be/bFU1KpukoI8 Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ SPONSORS Growing your app beyond a certain point by yourself is almost impossible as the your beloved baby must mature and transform into a company. Bluethrone’s new partnership model is better than a VC Investment: It gives you cash in hand, your life back and the right to see your app adopted by millions, and making millions. Got an app idea that you think will be the next unicorn? But you don't know what to do next? With more than 15 years of experience creating software, B7dev.com can help you out. Schedule a free 1-hour call by going to B7Dev.com and let them know that Steve sent you. Tired of overpaying for App Store Optimization? Get unlimited ASO and app marketing support to increase your keyword rankings, downloads, and revenue. Learn more at ASO Masters. *************** Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung TikTok: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************

31 Jan 202313min

The $7,500 App Store Optimization Framework

The $7,500 App Store Optimization Framework

Today's guest charges $7,500 for the app store optimization framework that you are about to discover. Sharon Torten, CEO and Founder of The ASO Academy, is an independent ASO consultant and was previously the VP of Organic Growth at Moburst. She's worked on apps including: Bumble, Dropbox, iFit, Fetch Rewards, Raid Shadow Legends, Games2win, and more. Here's what we will cover - The $7,500 ASO Framework - ASO Factors That Actually Matter - How ChatGPT is Impacting App Store Optimization - ""The Spike Method"" to increase keyword rankings - How to Calculate Downloads by Keywords on iOS App Audits: https://youtube.com/live/Kh5ZEZ47bjQ https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/wutup-hanging-out-made-easy/id1526008543 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id6444356127?l=en You can watch this video: SPONSORS Growing your app beyond a certain point by yourself is almost impossible as the your beloved baby must mature and transform into a company. Bluethrone’s new partnership model is better than a VC Investment: It gives you cash in hand, your life back and the right to see your app adopted by millions, and making millions. Got an app idea that you think will be the next unicorn? But you don't know what to do next? With more than 15 years of experience creating software, B7dev.com can help you out. Schedule a free 1-hour call by going to B7Dev.com and let them know that Steve sent you. Tired of overpaying for App Store Optimization? Get unlimited ASO and app marketing support to increase your keyword rankings, downloads, and revenue. Learn more at ASO Masters. *************** Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung TikTok: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************

30 Jan 20231h 21min

Do This to Increase Your AdMob Show Rate

Do This to Increase Your AdMob Show Rate

In this video, you'll learn how to increase your AdMob show rate and avoid common mistakes that app developers make. Additionally, you will also discover a good show rate to aim for and how you can track and measure your progress. By understanding what a good show rate looks like, you'll be able to set realistic goals for yourself and make data-driven decisions to optimize your AdMob ads. Whether you're a new or experienced app developer, this video will give you the knowledge and tools you need to boost your AdMob show rate and increase your revenue. So, if you want to learn how to increase your AdMob show rate and create more successful apps, be sure to watch this video! Learn more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siddharthgupta89/ https://appbroda.com/ https://appbroda.com/slack-community You can watch this video: https://youtu.be/ioKYDoJUuvc SPONSORS Growing your app beyond a certain point by yourself is almost impossible as the your beloved baby must mature and transform into a company. Bluethrone’s new partnership model is better than a VC Investment: It gives you cash in hand, your life back and the right to see your app adopted by millions, and making millions. Got an app idea that you think will be the next unicorn? But you don't know what to do next? With more than 15 years of experience creating software, B7dev.com can help you out. Schedule a free 1-hour call by going to B7Dev.com and let them know that Steve sent you. Tired of overpaying for App Store Optimization? Get unlimited ASO and app marketing support to increase your keyword rankings, downloads, and revenue. Learn more at ASO Masters. *************** Follow us: YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTube Instagram: @stevepyoung Twitter: @stevepyoung TikTok: @stevepyoung Facebook: App Masters ***************

26 Jan 202314min

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