App Guardians is a mobile-first advertising agency offering next-level growth solutions. Our team of experienced mobile professionals provides best-in-class strategic and creative UA growth services to grow our clients’ brands.
Our 5 key areas of expertise include:
Paid User Acquisition
We craft user acquisition strategies and develop stand-out creatives to help you achieve the lowest possible cost per acquisition and boost your ROI. Beyond Apple Search Ads and Google Ads, we leverage emerging tactics with UGC on Meta, Instagram, and TikTok to scale profitably.
Creative Services
Our in-house creative and design teams are dedicated to creative, collaborative solutions that capture and convert. Screenshots, app preview videos, logos, static ads, video ads, UGC ads – we do it all. We ensure your campaigns define your brand in the industry.
App Store Optimization (ASO)
To master the art and science of ASO, you need a dedicated expert team. App Guardians work with our clients to test advanced ASO methods that will achieve next-level growth in organic traffic and increase visibility and conversion rates in the App Store and Google Play Store.
Retention & CRM
Retaining users and nurturing loyalty means focusing on the long game. We develop data-driven strategies using our CRM partner tools to pinpoint the right cross-device approach to achieve your app engagement and customer retention goals.
Subscription Revenue Optimization (SRO)
Lifetime Value is created when you can grow with users and maintain high functional use. We perform a thorough app audit to help you identify the best opportunities to grow revenue and subscriber LTV with a creative, full-stack approach.
Founded in 2018, our agency has been recognized as a top mobile marketing agency by Clutch, Business of Apps, Mobile App Daily, Digital.com, and was the Entertainment App Campaign winner of the 2021 App Growth Awards.
App Guardians offers competitive pricing and good value for cost, as clients frequently mention their budget alignment and transparency regarding expenses. Specific project costs vary, with some engagements around $25,000 for comprehensive services, reflecting strong results in user acquisition and app optimization.
The team at App Guardians exhibits a strong commitment to their clients' success, often going beyond contractual obligations to ensure client satisfaction and project success.
Challenges with Creative Work
Some clients noted that App Guardians could improve their creative work, particularly in areas such as mobile app screenshots and video production. This suggests a need for a more focused approach to creative marketing services.
Responsive and Professional Communication
The team at App Guardians is frequently commended for their responsive communication and professional project management. Clients value their ability to maintain clear and effective communication channels, even across different time zones.
Comprehensive Market and Competitor Analysis
App Guardians is recognized for their extensive market and competitor analysis, providing clients with valuable insights into competitive landscapes and opportunities for growth.
Strong Expertise in App Store Optimization
App Guardians is noted for their proficiency in app store optimization (ASO), which has led to increased visibility and downloads for multiple clients across various industries. Their ability to implement effective ASO strategies has been consistently praised.
Technical Proficiency in Marketing Platforms
App Guardians demonstrates strong technical knowledge in setting up and managing marketing platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Apple Search Ads, which has been crucial in optimizing campaign performance.
Multilingual App Store Optimization for Software Company
Other Digital Marketing
Less than $10,000
Jan. - Mar. 2019
3.5
Quality
3.5
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
2.5
“I was impressed with their willingness to iterate and experiment.”
Apr 30, 2019
Head of Marketing, Computer Software Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Washington, United States
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
App Growth Network developed a keyword strategy and ran universal app campaigns in three languages.
App Growth Network’s efforts helped boost search rankings. Despite some communication issues, the team was innovative and willing to go the extra mile to find solutions.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the head of marketing for a SaaS company that focuses on productivity and communication apps.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire App Growth Network?
We wanted to improve the discoverability of one of our apps in the Google Play and Apple App stores.
What were your goals for this project?
Our goal was to increase app discoverability and learn about effective keywords for our market.
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?
They were a recommendation.
Describe the scope of their work in detail.
App Growth Network reviewed our app store descriptions in English, German, and French. They developed a keyword strategy in those three languages and ran app store ads and Google universal app campaigns (UAC) ads.
What was the team composition?
I worked with the head of the company and a handful of other associates.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
They helped boost our ranking for certain keywords.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
There were some challenges, but we did our best to overcome them.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
I was impressed with their willingness to iterate and experiment.
Are there any areas for improvement?
It would’ve been nice to have clearer communication. They could have provided more elaborate explanations of what was going on.
RATINGS
3.5
Quality
3.5
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
2.5
NPS
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Our Story
We’re App Guardians, a North America–based, mobile-first advertising agency specializing in paid user acquisition, creative production, ASO, retention/CRM and subscription revenue optimization. Our multidisciplinary team blends data-first analytics with in-house creative expertise to drive app growth—delivering major uplifts for clients across gaming, health & fitness, fintech and more.
Meet the Team
Fred SaeidiFounder & CEO
Fred Saeidi is the Founder and CEO at App Guardians, which he launched eight years ago to help mobile apps scale through data-driven growth marketing. A veteran in the mobile space, Fred previously led global app marketing initiatives at Sage.
Carter HawthornthwaiteManaging Director
Carter serves as Managing Director at App Guardians, working closely with each department to guide strategy and execution across campaigns. A hands-on leader and strong communicator, he brings a creative yet data-backed approach to mobile app growth.
What Sets Us Apart
Full-Funnel Approach to App Growth
Understand the entire mobile growth funnel and how each stage of the user journey connects. From acquisition to FTUE and monetization, we identify leaks that limit performance. Because our specialists cover every stage, we operate as one cohesive, data-driven team focused on sustainable growth.
Senior Specialists, Directly on Your Account
We’re a boutique agency built around senior specialists. Clients work directly with experienced experts—no junior teams and no layers of account managers. By taking on a limited number of projects at a time, we prioritize quality, focus, and hands-on execution to deliver stronger results.
Creative Meets Data
We combine performance marketing with creative strategy. Every experiment—whether ASO, ads, or screenshots—is backed by data, structured testing, and clear performance insights to continuously improve conversion and user acquisition.
Premier Verified means Clutch independently confirmed App Guardians is a legally registered business, has had its financial risk status checked (Creditsafe: Moderate Risk), and is backed by 29 verified client reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
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