How much does a social media app development cost?

The cost depends on app complexity, platforms, and feature set. A basic MVP may start at several tens of thousands of dollars, while a full-featured app with advanced capabilities can reach $150,000+. Our social media application developers provide detailed estimates after project scoping.

How long does it take to develop a social media app?

On average, development takes 3 to 9 months. MVPs with core features can be built faster, while complex apps with chat, video, and analytics require more time. Timeline also depends on team size and scope of customization. No matter how small your project is, we always keep an extra look to teh security of an app.

Do you offer post-launch support and maintenance?

Yes. We provide full post-launch support, including bug fixes, performance monitoring, feature updates, and scaling. Our team ensures your app remains secure, stable, and aligned with user feedback and business goals.

Do you provide UI/UX design services?

Absolutely. Our social media app development company has a design team that crafts intuitive, modern interfaces that boost user engagement and retention. We handle the full UI/UX process, from wireframes and prototypes to high-fidelity visuals and user flow optimization.

Can you develop both iOS and Android apps?

Yes. Our social media app development company offers both native development for iOS and Android, as well as cross-platform solutions like Flutter or React Native. This ensures your social app delivers consistent performance across all devices.

Social Media App
Development Services

Elinext builds scalable, engaging social media apps tailored to your audience and business goals. From idea to launch, we ensure speed, security, and outstanding UX, even if you don’t have an in-house tech team: we can handle any project you direct our way.

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Social Media App Development
Services We Offer

Social Media App Development

We create feature-rich social media apps from the ground up, tailored to your target audience. From real-time messaging and content feeds to user profiles and notifications, we deliver scalable, secure, and engaging mobile platforms. Our social media offers different authentication methods updated towards modern standards.

Social Media App Customization

Elinext offers social media development services to adapt existing platforms or apps to match your unique brand and business needs. We customize functionality, UI/UX, and integrations, helping you stand out in the crowded social space and meet evolving user expectations.

Social Media App Testing

Our QA team ensures flawless user experiences through rigorous testing. We cover usability, security, load, and cross-device compatibility to deliver high-performance apps that work smoothly under real-world conditions.

Social Media App Development

Social Media App Customization

Social Media App Testing

Our Awards and Recognitions

Our Social Media App Expertise

Social Networking Web Apps

We build scalable web platforms for user networking, content sharing, and community engagement, with features like real-time feeds, privacy settings, and social graphs.

Social Connection Mobile Apps

Our mobile apps enable users to connect, interact, and grow communities through chats, groups, video calls, and smart notifications – all wrapped in sleek, responsive design.

SMM Platforms

We create tools for managing, analyzing, and automating social media campaigns. From post scheduling to performance tracking, our solutions empower marketing teams.

SIoT Solutions

Our social media development services integrate social networking capabilities into IoT platforms, enabling devices to communicate socially, perfect for fitness, lifestyle, and smart home ecosystems.

Review & Discussion Sites

Elinext builds scalable platforms for user reviews, forums, and Q&A communities, with built-in moderation tools, tagging, and gamification for engagement.

Image Sharing & Video Hosting Sites

We deliver social media development services that help customers get platforms focused on media sharing, including support for HD video, secure storage, adaptive streaming, and interactive comment systems.

Messaging App Development

Our team creates fast, secure messaging apps with real-time chat, media sharing, voice/video calls, and end-to-end encryption for safe, rich communication.

Dating App Development

We build modern dating platforms with smart matching algorithms, location features, privacy controls, and real-time messaging to enhance user connections.

Publishing Networks Development

Elinext develops content-driven social platforms for creators, publishers, and brands, featuring content feeds, subscriptions, and monetization options.

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Audio Social Media App Development

We deliver audio-first platforms with live talk rooms, voice messaging, podcast sharing, and smart moderation – ideal for communities driven by voice interaction.

Web3 Social Media App Development

Our Web3 social apps integrate blockchain features like tokenization, NFTs, and decentralized identity, empowering user ownership and data transparency.

eCommerce Platform Development

We build social commerce apps that combine product discovery with community features, enabling seamless in-app purchases, reviews, and influencer engagement.

Social Networking Web Apps

Social Connection Mobile Apps

SMM Platforms

SIoT Solutions

Review & Discussion Sites

Image Sharing & Video Hosting Sites

Messaging App Development

Dating App Development

Publishing Networks Development

Audio Social Media App Development

Web3 Social Media App Development

eCommerce Platform Development

Social Networking Web Apps

We build scalable web platforms for user networking, content sharing, and community engagement, with features like real-time feeds, privacy settings, and social graphs.

Social Connection Mobile Apps

Our mobile apps enable users to connect, interact, and grow communities through chats, groups, video calls, and smart notifications – all wrapped in sleek, responsive design.

SMM Platforms

We create tools for managing, analyzing, and automating social media campaigns. From post scheduling to performance tracking, our solutions empower marketing teams.

SIoT Solutions

Our social media development services integrate social networking capabilities into IoT platforms, enabling devices to communicate socially, perfect for fitness, lifestyle, and smart home ecosystems.

Review & Discussion Sites

Elinext builds scalable platforms for user reviews, forums, and Q&A communities, with built-in moderation tools, tagging, and gamification for engagement.

Image Sharing & Video Hosting Sites

Messaging App Development

Our team creates fast, secure messaging apps with real-time chat, media sharing, voice/video calls, and end-to-end encryption for safe, rich communication.

Dating App Development

We build modern dating platforms with smart matching algorithms, location features, privacy controls, and real-time messaging to enhance user connections.

Publishing Networks Development

Elinext develops content-driven social platforms for creators, publishers, and brands, featuring content feeds, subscriptions, and monetization options.

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Audio Social Media App Development

We deliver audio-first platforms with live talk rooms, voice messaging, podcast sharing, and smart moderation – ideal for communities driven by voice interaction.

Web3 Social Media App Development

Our Web3 social apps integrate blockchain features like tokenization, NFTs, and decentralized identity, empowering user ownership and data transparency.

eCommerce Platform Development

We build social commerce apps that combine product discovery with community features, enabling seamless in-app purchases, reviews, and influencer engagement.

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Social Media App Features
We Build

Push Notifications

Our social media app development services include implementing customizable push notifications that keep users informed about messages, likes, comments, and updates, boosting engagement and encouraging return visits.

Filters & Emojis

Our apps feature a wide variety of image filters and custom emoji sets that allow users to personalize content and express emotions in a fun, relatable way.

Latest Updates Feed

We develop dynamic content feeds with real-time updates, smart algorithms, and personalized recommendations to keep users engaged and informed.

Hashtags Generation

We integrate hashtag generation tools that help users categorize content, boost visibility, and connect with trending discussions across the platform.

Live Streaming

Our live streaming functionality supports high-quality video, viewer interaction, and real-time reactions, ideal for creators, influencers, and brand events.

Voice Recording

We build secure and lightweight voice recording features that let users share thoughts, updates, or messages quickly and easily within the app.

Stories (24-hour Content)

We implement ephemeral content formats like Stories that disappear after 24 hours, perfect for real-time sharing, audience engagement, and promotions.

Voice & Audio Recording

Our social media app development services include building apps that support voice notes, audio clips, and podcast-like recordings, enhancing communication and providing alternative ways to engage users.

Content Moderation Tools

We integrate AI-driven and manual moderation tools to detect inappropriate content, filter spam, and ensure a safe and respectful user environment.

Push Notifications

Filters & Emojis

Latest Updates Feed

Hashtags Generation

Live Streaming

Voice Recording

Stories (24-hour Content)

Voice & Audio Recording

Content Moderation Tools

Push Notifications

Filters & Emojis

Our apps feature a wide variety of image filters and custom emoji sets that allow users to personalize content and express emotions in a fun, relatable way.

Latest Updates Feed

We develop dynamic content feeds with real-time updates, smart algorithms, and personalized recommendations to keep users engaged and informed.

Hashtags Generation

We integrate hashtag generation tools that help users categorize content, boost visibility, and connect with trending discussions across the platform.

Live Streaming

Our live streaming functionality supports high-quality video, viewer interaction, and real-time reactions, ideal for creators, influencers, and brand events.

Voice Recording

We build secure and lightweight voice recording features that let users share thoughts, updates, or messages quickly and easily within the app.

Stories (24-hour Content)

We implement ephemeral content formats like Stories that disappear after 24 hours, perfect for real-time sharing, audience engagement, and promotions.

Voice & Audio Recording

Content Moderation Tools

We integrate AI-driven and manual moderation tools to detect inappropriate content, filter spam, and ensure a safe and respectful user environment.

Why Choose Elinext As A Social Media
App Development Company

"At Elinext, we don’t just develop social media apps - we create platforms that foster connection, engagement, and growth. Our clients value us for our deep technical expertise, agile processes, and focus on delivering user-first, scalable solutions. We always offer features like 2FA, and pay extra attention to the safety of user data."

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Industries We Serve

Elinext’s social media app development services include building tailored social media solutions that meet the unique demands of each industry, enhancing user engagement, brand visibility, and business value across sectors.

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eCommerce

We develop social commerce features that merge shopping with user interaction, helping brands engage customers and boost conversion through community-driven content.

Shoppable posts and product tagging
Influencer collaboration tools
User-generated content integration

Healthcare

Social platforms in healthcare support patient communities, wellness tracking, and medical awareness while ensuring security and compliance with industry regulations.

Patient forums and support groups
HIPAA-compliant messaging
Wellness content sharing features

Education

We create social media app development solutions for collaborative learning, student engagement, and knowledge sharing that enhance both remote and in-classroom experiences.

Student/teacher communication channels
Peer group discussion forums
Content libraries and progress feeds

Travel

Our social media app development solutions connect travelers, promote destinations, and simplify trip planning through user reviews, local insights, and real-time social sharing.

Social itinerary planning
Location-based content feeds
User ratings and visual storytelling tools

Entertainment & Media

We design social media app development solutions for creators and fans to share, stream, and interact around multimedia content, driving loyalty and audience growth.

Live streaming and fan engagement tools
Content recommendation engines
Monetization for creators

Fintech

Social layers in FinTech apps help build trust, facilitate peer insights, and enhance the user experience through financial communities and content.

Investment tracking with social features
Secure peer-to-peer interaction modules

Real Estate

Social features in real estate apps support property showcasing, agent-client communication, and community discussions for enhanced decision-making.

Property sharing and user comments
Virtual tour content feeds
Agent review and messaging platforms

Gaming

We create social media app development solutions for gamers to connect, share achievements, and stream gameplay, enhancing community and player retention.

In-game chat and friend networks
Stream integration and content sharing
Guild and group management tools

eCommerce

Healthcare

Education

Travel

Entertainment & Media

Fintech

Real Estate

Gaming

Core Technologies We Work With

Frontend Technologies 12
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Practice

7 years

Projects

30+

Workforce

15+

Cross-platform framework enabling enterprises to build mobile apps using JavaScript and React with scalability globally.

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Practice

6 years

Projects

20+

Workforce

15+

Cross-platform framework enabling enterprises to build apps for iOS, Android, and web with a single codebase globally.

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Practice

9 years

Projects

30+

Workforce

15+

Apple’s programming language for iOS, macOS, and watchOS apps enabling enterprises to build scalable, modern apps globally.

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Practice

7 years

Projects

30+

Workforce

20+

Programming language enabling enterprises to build scalable Android and cross-platform apps with reliability globally.

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Practice

7 years

Projects

20+

Workforce

15+

Progressive front-end framework enabling developers to build scalable, lightweight, and maintainable apps globally.

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Backend Technologies 12
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Practice

13 years

Projects

100+

Workforce

50+

JavaScript runtime enabling enterprises to build scalable, fast, and real-time applications globally.

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Remarkable point

Used by 30M+ developers.

Minimalist Node.js framework enabling enterprises to build scalable, fast, and reliable APIs and web apps globally.

Remarkable point

Adopted by 90k+ projects.

Python web framework enabling enterprises to build secure, scalable apps quickly with clean design and maintainability globally.

Remarkable point

Adopted by 1M+ developers.

PHP framework enabling enterprises to build scalable, maintainable apps with clean syntax and strong community globally.

Remarkable point

Adopted by 1M+ developers worldwide powering apps like GitHub, Shopify, and Airbnb.

Web framework enabling enterprises to build scalable apps quickly with conventions and maintainability globally.
Database Systems 12
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Remarkable point

Downloaded over 200M times globally.

NoSQL database enabling flexible clusters, fast iteration, and unstructured data handling for modern enterprise applications globally.

Remarkable point

Adopted by 30k+ projects globally.

Open-source relational database enabling reliability, scalability, and extensibility for enterprise-grade apps and analytics across industries worldwide.

Remarkable point

Powering apps at Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and global enterprises.

World’s most popular open-source relational database offering speed, flexibility, and reliability for apps of any scale, trusted by developers globally.
Cloud & DevOps 12
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Practice

13 years

Projects

30+

Workforce

10+

Largest cloud provider offering compute, storage, AI, and analytics with unmatched scale, global infrastructure, and millions of customers.

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Practice

12 years

Projects

20+

Workforce

15+

Cloud platform with strong AI, data analytics, and open-source tools enabling business innovation at scale across 200+ countries.

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Practice

12 years

Projects

10+

Workforce

10+

Cloud platform uniting AI, data, and IoT with hybrid support, strong security, and 60+ global regions for enterprise scalability.

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Remarkable point

Downloaded over 13B times.

Platform packaging apps into containers to ensure portability, fast deployments, consistency, and scalability across environments.

Remarkable point

Adopted by 80% of cloud-native companies.

Orchestration platform automating deployment, scaling, and management of large-scale containerized cloud-native applications.
CI/CD Tools 12
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Remarkable point

Used by 15M+ developers worldwide.

Open-source automation server enabling enterprises to build, test, and deploy apps with scalability, extensibility, and integrations globally.

Remarkable point

Adopted by 100k+ teams.

CI/CD platform integrated into GitLab enabling automation of builds, tests, and deployments with scalability globally.
Real-Time Features 12
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Remarkable point

Used in 50k+ repos.

Library enabling enterprises to build scalable real-time communication apps with WebSockets globally.

Remarkable point

Used by millions of apps.

Push notification service enabling enterprises to build scalable communication in apps with reliability globally.
Other Tools & Integrations 12
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Remarkable point

Used by millions of merchants.

Payment platform enabling enterprises to process online payments, subscriptions, and global transactions with developer-friendly APIs globally.

Remarkable point

Serves 400M+ users.

Global digital payment platform enabling peer-to-peer transfers, online transactions, and enterprise payments securely and reliably worldwide.

Remarkable point

Downloaded over 600M times.

Distributed search and analytics engine powering logs, observability, and enterprise insights with speed, scale, and flexible querying capabilities globally.

The Benefits Of Social Media App
Development Solutions By Elinext

Elinext demonstrated great professionalism, technical expertise, and dedication to our project. They were responsible for key features development, maintenance, testing, UX feedback and recommendations regarding technical improvements of the app. They have been highly responsive to our needs, demonstrating strong implementation practices, excellent test coverage efforts, and a forward-thinking approach to app development.

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Cost Reduction On Custom Development

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Client Retention & Satisfaction

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Do you need a team focused solely on your product? We build dedicated teams that specialize in social platforms, including messaging, feeds, media sharing, and more, engineered for growth, retention, and performance at scale.

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Looking for an end-to-end solution? Elinext handles full-cycle development of social media apps: from strategy and UX design to deployment and long-term support. Our social media application developers bring your vision to life with speed, precision, and creativity.

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FAQ

The cost depends on app complexity, platforms, and feature set. A basic MVP may start at several tens of thousands of dollars, while a full-featured app with advanced capabilities can reach $150,000+. Our social media application developers provide detailed estimates after project scoping.
On average, development takes 3 to 9 months. MVPs with core features can be built faster, while complex apps with chat, video, and analytics require more time. Timeline also depends on team size and scope of customization. No matter how small your project is, we always keep an extra look to teh security of an app.
Yes. We provide full post-launch support, including bug fixes, performance monitoring, feature updates, and scaling. Our team ensures your app remains secure, stable, and aligned with user feedback and business goals.
Absolutely. Our social media app development company has a design team that crafts intuitive, modern interfaces that boost user engagement and retention. We handle the full UI/UX process, from wireframes and prototypes to high-fidelity visuals and user flow optimization.
Yes. Our social media app development company offers both native development for iOS and Android, as well as cross-platform solutions like Flutter or React Native. This ensures your social app delivers consistent performance across all devices.

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