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We hired an "app revenue optimization" guy for an hour consultation just to see if we missed something obvious. One thing he suggested was to ask for a review instantly after the paywall. Apparently if you do that, most people will give a 5 star review. We haven't done it since it seems... weird? scammy? but apparently it's a thing that works for maximizing ranking (since reviews are a big influence)

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Curious, do you think the mentality of buyers would be "I just paid, so it s 5"?

And I am glad you didn't do it. I personally find it so annoying. I am do ask for reviews but lemme use it for a while first?

I would assume that people don't buy an App that they wouldn't give a positive review?

> Apparently if you do that, most people will give a 5 star review. We haven't done it since it seems... weird? scammy?

This is what Uber does. Not just a 'rate your trip' but also the 'add a tip' prompt. Only way to get rid of the screen is to select something or hit Back a bunch of times.

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