Rocket gives you multiple ways to share and distribute your app. Pick the option that matches where you are in the process, whether you are showing a prototype, testing on a real device, or launching publicly.
Compare your options
| Web link | Download build | App stores | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Quick sharing, demos, stakeholder reviews | Testing on real devices, beta distribution | Public release, monetization, discoverability |
| Speed | Instant | Minutes (build time) | Days to weeks (review process) |
| Audience | Anyone with the link | Testers with devices | Public |
| Requirements | None | Android device or emulator | Developer account + store approval |
| Cost | Free | Included with paid plan | 99/year (Apple) |
| Updates | Automatic on relaunch | Rebuild and reinstall | Submit new version for review |
Quick decision guide
- Sharing a prototype or demo? Launch a web link. It works on any device with a browser, no installs needed.
- Testing before release? Download a build. Install the APK on Android devices to test the full native experience.
- Ready for public release? Submit to Google Play or the Apple App Store to reach users worldwide.
Web links
Deploy your app to the web and share it with a public URL. Works for both web projects and mobile projects (as a PWA).Launch a web project
Deploy and get a public URL for your web app.
Launch a mobile project to web
Get a shareable web link for your mobile app.
Download builds
Download installable files to test on real devices before going to app stores.Download app
Build and download APK files for Android.
Install an APK on Android
Sideload the APK onto your Android device.
App stores
Submit your app for official distribution through the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.Google Play
Publish to the Google Play Store.
Apple App Store
Publish to the Apple App Store.
Custom domains
Want a branded URL for your web-launched app? Connect your own domain.Connect a custom domain
Use your own domain name instead of the default Rocket URL.