How He 3X’d Install-to-Paid in a Niche Fitness App Category

How U-Haul Saved $3M By Adding This One Simple Feature

Recorded live at MAU Vegas 2026 in collaboration with AppsFlyer, Steve P. Young had a quick conversation with David LoPresti, Director of Consumer Apps at U-Haul, to break down the app strategies helping millions of customers during one of the most stressful moments in life: moving. David shares how a simple UX improvement inside the U-Haul app eliminated over 600,000 customer support phone calls and saved the company nearly $3 million in operational costs, proving that the best app growth strategies aren’t always powered by AI. You’ll also learn how U-Haul leverages first-party customer data, improves mobile app onboarding, reduces friction, and creates personalized customer experiences at scale. If you’re building an app in 2026, this conversation is packed with actionable lessons on app UX, retention, customer experience, and mobile growth. You'll Learn: ✅ How U-Haul saved millions with one app feature ✅ Why reducing friction increases customer retention ✅ The power of simple UX improvements ✅ App growth lessons from a household brand ✅ Why customer reviews reveal your best product roadmap Learn more about AppsFlyer's new Mobile Measurement: https://bit.ly/4u8OpRh [https://bit.ly/4u8OpRh] Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ [https://appmasters.com/] You can also watch this video here: https://youtu.be/V6pwcHqs7X0 [https://youtu.be/V6pwcHqs7X0] ********************************************* SPONSORS The app growth playbook is changing fast. AppsFlyer’s State of eCommerce App Marketing Report 2026 breaks down the latest trends, benchmarks, fraud insights, and market-by-market data every app marketer should know before planning Q4. Download it free from the link below: https://bit.ly/4uvoHGM [https://bit.ly/4uvoHGM] ********************************************* Yango Ads is offering 20% revenue boost bonus, sign up here: https://yango-ads.com/adnetwork/bonus20?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=bonus [https://yango-ads.com/adnetwork/bonus20?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=bonus]. This special offer is valid before June 30th, 2026. Don't miss your chance to monetize your apps smarter! ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ [http://appmasters.com/youtube] Instagram: ⁠@App Masters [https://www.instagram.com/appmastersco/] Twitter: ⁠@App Masters [https://twitter.com/AppMastersCo] TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ [https:,//www.tiktok.com/@thesteveyoung] Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/AppMastersCo/] *********************************************

7 Ad Monetization Hacks Top Apps Use in 2026

Are you leaving money on the table with your app monetization strategy? In this video, Steve P. Young breaks down the ad monetization hacks top gaming and non-gaming apps are using right now to increase revenue, retention, and even app downloads. Steve also shares real examples from successful apps like Spotify, Netflix, Fun Run, and Cleanup, plus insights from AppsFlyer’s latest subscription trends report showing why the future of app monetization is a blended model. You’ll Learn: ✅ The best rewarded ad strategies for apps ✅ How to monetize free users without hurting retention ✅ Why hybrid monetization models are winning in 2026 ✅ Monetization tactics for gaming & non-gaming apps ✅ Why subscription apps are now adding ads If you’re an app founder, indie developer, mobile marketer, or monetization manager, this video will give you actionable ideas you can test immediately to grow your app business. 🚀 Yango Ads is offering 20% revenue boost bonus. Sign up here: https://yango-ads.com/adnetwork/bonus20?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=bonus. [https://yango-ads.com/adnetwork/bonus20?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=bonus. ]This special offer is valid before June 30th, 2026. Don't miss your chance to monetize your apps smarter! Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ [https://appmasters.com/] You can also watch this video here: https://youtu.be/xhMCZM07j1w [https://youtu.be/xhMCZM07j1w] ********************************************* SPONSORS The app growth playbook is changing fast. AppsFlyer’s State of eCommerce App Marketing Report 2026 breaks down the latest trends, benchmarks, fraud insights, and market-by-market data every app marketer should know before planning Q4. Download it free from the link below: https://bit.ly/4uvoHGM [https://bit.ly/4uvoHGM] ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ [http://appmasters.com/youtube] Instagram: ⁠@App Masters [https://www.instagram.com/appmastersco/] Twitter: ⁠@App Masters [https://twitter.com/AppMastersCo] TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ [https:,//www.tiktok.com/@thesteveyoung] Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/AppMastersCo/] *********************************************

MAU Vegas 2026 Debrief: AI, Growth & What Actually Worked

Steve P. Young just got back from MAU Vegas 2026, slightly jet-lagged, heavily caffeinated, and loaded with fresh insights on app growth, AI, monetization, onboarding, and the strategies mobile leaders are quietly using right now. In this special debrief episode, Steve breaks down the biggest trends, smartest tactics, and most interesting conversations from MAU Vegas, including the app growth strategies that work… until everyone starts copying them. From AI-powered creatives and onboarding psychology to monetization experiments and distribution tactics, this session is packed with practical takeaways for app founders, marketers, and growth teams looking to stay ahead in 2026. Couldn’t make it to MAU this year? Don’t worry, this episode brings the best insights, lessons, and “hallway conversations” straight to you. 🍸📱 You will discover: ✅ The biggest app growth trends from MAU Vegas 2026 ✅ AI tools and workflows top app marketers are using ✅ What’s working right now in onboarding and monetization ✅ App Store Optimization (ASO) and paid acquisition insights Learn More:Join the App Founder’s Community:www.appfounders.co [https://appfounders.co/] Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ [https://appmasters.com/] You can also watch this video here: https://youtube.com/live/RUBikjOskG8 [https://www.youtube.com/live/RUBikjOskG8] ********************************************* SPONSORS Ready to take action? Start exploring AppsFlyer's deep linking suite -  coming soon as a standalone solution, independent of their measurement packages → ⁠https://bit.ly/46O7Wgd [https://bit.ly/46O7Wgd] ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ [http://appmasters.com/youtube] Instagram: ⁠@App Masters [https://www.instagram.com/appmastersco/] Twitter: ⁠@App Masters [https://twitter.com/AppMastersCo] TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ [https:,//www.tiktok.com/@thesteveyoung] Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/AppMastersCo/] *********************************************

This Fitness App Makes $200K a Month Using Only AI Video Ads

In this video, Steve P. Young breaks down how modern apps are scaling using AI video ads, Meta ads, and web-to-app monetization funnels, with real examples from top-performing apps like MadMuscles. We analyze how AI-generated creatives are outperforming traditional ads, why web-to-app checkout flows are becoming the dominant monetization strategy, and how leading apps are combining paid acquisition with optimized conversion funnels to increase revenue. You’ll learn: ✅ How AI video ads are transforming Meta ad performance ✅ Why web-to-app funnels improve monetization and scalability ✅ How successful apps structure distribution in 2026 ✅ Creative strategies that reduce fatigue and increase engagement ✅ How to think about monetization beyond the App Store Learn More: Create high-converting UGC instantly: https://www.createugc.ai/avsf [https://www.createugc.ai/avsf] Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ [https://appmasters.com/] You can also watch this video here: https://youtu.be/rtitCwbHPms [https://youtu.be/rtitCwbHPms] ********************************************* SPONSORS Ready to take action? Start exploring AppsFlyer's deep linking suite -  coming soon as a standalone solution, independent of their measurement packages → ⁠https://bit.ly/46O7Wgd [https://bit.ly/46O7Wgd] ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ [http://appmasters.com/youtube] Instagram: ⁠@App Masters [https://www.instagram.com/appmastersco/] Twitter: ⁠@App Masters [https://twitter.com/AppMastersCo] TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ [https:,//www.tiktok.com/@thesteveyoung] Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/AppMastersCo/] *********************************************

The App Distribution & Monetization Trends in 2026

In this solo episode, Steve P. Young breaks down the latest trends in app monetization and distribution, sharing insights from recent industry discussions, including key takeaways from the Business of Apps event. Steve will also answer audience questions related to apps, business growth, monetization, and scaling strategies, and share practical insights you can apply immediately to increase downloads, improve retention, and grow revenue. Whether you're a founder, indie developer, or growth marketer, this episode will help you refine your onboarding flow, paywall strategy, and pricing model for better conversion and long-term success. You’ll learn how to build a high-performing strategy around: ✅ Onboarding optimization ✅ Pricing strategy for apps ✅ Distribution channels (ASO, paid ads, partnerships) ✅ User acquisition trends ✅ Industry shifts shaping 2026 Learn More: Join the App Founder’s Community: https://appfounders.co/ [https://appfounders.co/] Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: https://www.appmasters.com/ [https://www.appmasters.com/] You can also watch this video here: https://youtube.com/live/sqopVyCWzYo [https://youtube.com/live/sqopVyCWzYo] ********************************************* SPONSORS Want to know what ads your competitors are running right now? SocialPeta gives you access to real ad creatives and market insights across apps, games, and emerging content formats, so you can stay ahead without endless trial and error. Check it out at https://www.socialpeta.com/ [https://www.socialpeta.com/] ********************************************* Ready to take action? Start exploring AppsFlyer's deep linking suite -  coming soon as a standalone solution, independent of their measurement packages → ⁠https://bit.ly/46O7Wgd [https://bit.ly/46O7Wgd] ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ [http://appmasters.com/youtube] Instagram: ⁠@App Masters [https://www.instagram.com/appmastersco/] Twitter: ⁠@App Masters [https://twitter.com/AppMastersCo] TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ [https:,//www.tiktok.com/@thesteveyoung] Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/AppMastersCo/] *********************************************