Launch News Apps in Weeks, Not Months

Multi-brand platform for news organizations

Build beautiful iOS and Android news apps at a fraction of traditional costs. Unlimited brands, instant updates, no vendor lock-in.

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Strategic Context

Why Native Apps Matter More Than Ever

The search landscape is changing dramatically and native apps are your strategic response.

The Data

Recent reports (late 2025) show that while total search volume is rising, clicks to B2B websites have dropped by 34% to 60% because Google's "AI Overviews" (SGE) answer the query directly on the search page.

Users are getting answers without ever visiting publisher sites , cutting off traffic, engagement, and revenue at the source.

The App Solution

For a B2B publisher, a native app is no longer just a "mobile website." It is a Walled Garden.

By moving users into an app, the publisher bypasses Google/AI search entirely and builds a direct, push-notification-based relationship that AI cannot intercept.

Your audience, your content, your control , independent of search algorithms.

In a world where AI answers questions before users click, owning the direct relationship with your audience isn't optional , it's survival.

The Challenge

The News Media Challenge

Traditional app development is stuck in the past , expensive, slow, and inflexible.

6-12 Months

To launch a single app with traditional development

High Costs

Significant development investment per brand

5-10 People

Dedicated teams required per app

Vendor Lock-In

Switching providers is nearly impossible

What if you could switch app providers as easily as changing your email service?

The Solution

Your Lighthouse in Digital Publishing

Fyren is a multibrand, single codebase platform that lets news organizations launch beautiful, fully-featured mobile apps in weeks, not months.

Extreme Agility

  • Launch new brands in 2-4 weeks
  • Ship features and updates weekly
  • Respond to feedback in days

Zero Overhead Model

  • No project managers or bureaucracy
  • Small team of senior developers
  • AI-assisted for fewer regressions, fewer human errors, faster validation

100% User-Focused

  • Direct collaboration with developers
  • No "telephone game" through layers
  • Features built to your specs

Multibrand Architecture

  • One codebase, unlimited brands
  • Each brand gets its own identity
  • Updates benefit all brands
The Process

How We Make It Happen

1

AI-Augmented Development

Our senior developers leverage cutting-edge AI tools to write code efficiently & accurately, catch bugs before they ship, and maintain consistent quality.

2

Multibrand Single Codebase

Core platform handles all common functionality. Brand-specific configs control design and features. New brands inherit years of refinement.

3

Senior Developer Oversight

Developers with 10+ years in media apps make all architectural decisions. Every line of code reviewed by experienced engineers.

4

Direct Collaboration

No middlemen. Direct Slack/email access to your development team. Daily updates. Changes implemented in hours, not weeks.

What's Included

Core Platform Features

Content Management

WordPress, custom CMS, or API integration. Rich media support, categories, tags, and search.

Monetization

Google Ad Manager, subscription management, paywall and metered access, multiple tiers.

Multi-Platform Support

Native iOS and Android apps for phones and tablets. Offline reading, push notifications, bookmarks, dark mode.

Analytics

Full analytics integration, custom event tracking, user behavior analysis, A/B testing.

Performance

Optimized for speed and battery life. Image caching, lazy loading, 60fps scrolling.

Brand Customization

Custom colors, typography, logos, unique layouts, and brand-specific UI elements.

For Editors

Powerful Ways to Highlight Your Content

Give your editorial team the ultimate tools to showcase content.

Fullscreen Stories

Swipeable, immersive story experiences like social media. Readers swipe through fullscreen cards with auto-advancing timers , a social-native way to engage with your best content.

Digital Paper/Magazine

Built-in PDF reader for digital editions. Page-by-page browsing with smooth zooming, preserving the traditional reading experience on mobile.

Rich Article Pages

Customizable layouts with embedded videos, social posts, interactive elements, and stunning full-width images.

Push Notifications

Breaking news alerts with deep linking. Segment by topic or preferences. Readers go straight to the article.

Bookmarks & Offline

Save articles for later, synced across devices. Automatic caching for offline reading without internet.

And Much More...

Dark mode, podcasts, audio player... Have a unique feature in mind? With our creative minds, anything is possible.

Who We Serve

Perfect For

Regional News Publishers

Launch apps for multiple local markets without multiplying costs

Media Groups

Manage a portfolio of brands with a single technical team

Digital-First Publishers

Move fast and iterate based on audience data

News Startups

Get to market quickly without burning through runway

Trusted By

Working With Leading Media Organizations

Powering news apps for innovative publishers across multiple markets

EMAP Publishing
Mediahuis
Why Us

Why News Organizations Trust Fyren

Media Industry Expertise

We understand editorial workflows, ad serving, subscription psychology, and regulatory compliance.

Enterprise-Grade Quality

Comprehensive testing, security best practices, WCAG accessibility, App Store compliance.

Proven Track Record

Multiple brands in production. 4 INMA Global Media Award nominations.

True Partnership

We succeed when you succeed. Transparent communication. Long-term thinking.

Investment

Pricing Structure

Transparent, competitive pricing for news organizations of all sizes.

Proof of Concept

3 weeks

  • Working prototype
  • Your content & branding
  • iOS & Android
  • Technical validation

Launch Package

First brand

  • Complete apps
  • Store deployment
  • Core features
  • 30 days iteration

Additional Brands

Per brand

  • Existing platform
  • Custom branding
  • 2-week launch
  • Shared updates

Ongoing Dev

Monthly

  • Continuous updates
  • New features
  • Bug fixes
  • Direct access

Volume discounts available for media groups

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Three reasons: (1) We start with a proven, battle-tested platform instead of from scratch, (2) AI handles repetitive coding tasks, and (3) zero overhead means zero delays.

No. Each brand has complete design control. Colors, fonts, layouts, and UI components are fully customizable. Your readers will see your brand, not a template.

We build custom features all the time. The difference is we can do it in weeks instead of months, and once built, it's available for all brands (if desired).

AI is a tool, not a replacement. Senior developers review all code, make architectural decisions, and ensure best practices. AI accelerates development; humans ensure excellence.

Yes. We can integrate with your existing CMS, preserve your analytics history, and migrate user data. Most migrations complete in 4-6 weeks.

The platform is built to scale. We support brands with thousands of users. If you truly need something completely custom, you own your brand configuration and can fork the codebase.

Ready to Light the Way?

Get started in 4 simple steps

1 Discovery Call (30 min)
2 Proof of Concept (3 weeks)
3 Proposal & Demo (1 week)
4 Launch (2-4 weeks)
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We're not perfect, but we aspire to do good. Fact-based journalism is essential for a just and inclusive democratic society. We love to partner with news brands committed to these values. Through our digital products, we strive to contribute to journalism as much as possible.