
The right way to get an iPhone app built in Istanbul
For Istanbul startups preparing to raise funding, speed is everything: an MVP ready in time for the investor pitch and testable with real users. We cut the scope down to the 3–5 most valuable screens, ship weekly builds on TestFlight, release the first version on the App Store and grow it with user data.
For e-commerce and retail brands, an app drives more repeat purchases than a website through push notifications, cart reminders, loyalty points and in-store stock visibility. It connects via API to your existing e-commerce platform and marketplace integrations.
The most in-demand iOS projects in Istanbul
Startup MVPs, e-commerce and loyalty apps, booking and appointment apps, fintech/trading clients (example: backend experience on the Number One Trading platform), and enterprise field and sales team apps.
Why businesses in Istanbul work with me
On-site scoping meeting
In Maslak, Levent, Ataşehir or at your office.
Investor-ready MVP
A fast, scalable first version.
E-commerce integration
With your existing site, payments and marketplace setup.
App Store release
Account, review and release management included.
Agency, off-the-shelf package or freelance expert?
See at a glance which model delivers the most value for the same budget.
| Criteria | Software Agency | Off-the-shelf / SaaS | Hakan Sevimoğlu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point of contact | Sales + project manager + team | Support line | The expert who writes the code |
| Cost structure | Office, sales and management layers are priced in | Per-user / monthly license, forever | Development work only |
| Fit to your business | Scope changes need extra contracts | ✕ You adapt to the package | ✓ Software adapts to you |
| Response time | Tickets, meetings, approval chains | Queued | ✓ Direct WhatsApp / phone |
| Technical depth | Depends on who is on the team | Limited customization | ✓ 18 years, every layer from mobile to IoT |
| Maintenance | Knowledge is lost when the team changes | Data risk if the product shuts down | ✓ Supported by the person who built it |
Technologies I use
Example projects
A selection of live projects serving real users.

Ezan Vakti – Gümüşpala Hizmet (iOS)
Prayer times, Ramadan calendar, qibla and worship tracking; live on the App Store.
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iPhone Security Scan — Spyware Detection
iOS app that scans for state-grade spyware, hidden tracking apps and jailbreak traces.
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Kassa — iPhone POS & Inventory App
Barcode sales, stock, customer credit and profit reports for grocery stores and kiosks; works offline.
ViewHow we work
Free intro call
We clarify needs, existing systems and goals together.
Quote & roadmap
Scope, technology, timeline and budget within 24 hours.
Staged development
Weekly demos and a live test environment.
Launch & support
Go-live, training and ongoing maintenance.
Free pre-analysisThe first meeting and roadmap are completely free, with no obligation.
Staged delivery and approvalYou review each module on a test environment before we move on.
Written scope and rightsScope, delivery and source code rights are defined in the contract.
Frequently asked questions
Can we meet in person in Istanbul?
Yes; scoping and setup meetings are held on-site in Istanbul, and development continues remotely with weekly demos.
How long does a startup MVP take?
Depending on scope, it's usually ready for the App Store within 4–8 weeks.
Whose account is the app published under?
Your own Apple Developer account, under your company name; the source code is handed over to you as well.
How soon will I get a quote?
An itemized quote is sent within 24 hours of the intro call.