ironSource Aura
Mobile app optimization software
Application development software
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What is ironSource Aura
ironSource Aura is an Android device software and distribution platform that helps OEMs and mobile carriers curate app recommendations and preloads, and helps app publishers acquire users through on-device placements. It focuses on device-level surfaces such as setup wizards, app folders, and recommendation feeds rather than in-app experimentation. Typical users include Android OEM/carrier partners managing device experiences and app publishers running user acquisition campaigns through preinstall and on-device discovery channels. The product is commonly positioned around on-device app discovery, monetization, and lifecycle engagement tied to the device environment.
On-device distribution channel
Aura provides access to OEM and carrier inventory that can place app recommendations directly on Android devices. This supports acquisition and re-engagement use cases that do not rely on app store search or in-app traffic. For publishers, it adds a channel that complements measurement and experimentation tools used after install. For OEMs, it enables curated app discovery experiences across device surfaces.
Preload and setup placements
The platform supports placements during device setup and other system-level moments where users are choosing apps to install. These placements can drive high-intent installs compared with many standard ad placements because they occur in an app-discovery context. It also supports ongoing recommendation surfaces beyond first boot, enabling continued discovery. This is distinct from tools that primarily optimize in-app UI or run A/B tests.
OEM-focused experience controls
Aura is designed for OEM and carrier partners that need controls for device-level app discovery and monetization experiences. It aligns with operational needs such as managing recommendation modules, preloads, and regional configurations across device portfolios. This focus can reduce the need for OEMs to build equivalent distribution and recommendation infrastructure in-house. It also provides a structured way to work with multiple app publishers through a single platform.
Not an in-app optimizer
Aura is not primarily an in-app experimentation or feature-flagging product. Teams looking for A/B testing of onboarding flows, paywalls, or UI changes typically need separate experimentation and analytics tooling. As a result, it may not replace products focused on conversion rate optimization inside the app. Its value is strongest before and around install, not within product development workflows.
Android and partner dependent
The product’s reach depends on OEM and carrier partnerships and is inherently tied to Android device environments. Coverage, placement types, and scale can vary by region, device model, and partner agreements. Organizations without access to those partner channels may see limited applicability. This dependency can make forecasting and channel diversification more complex than purely software-based optimization tools.
Limited transparency to end users
Because Aura operates at the device level, end-user perception and regulatory expectations around recommendations, preloads, and data use can affect deployments. OEMs and publishers may need additional governance to ensure disclosures, consent flows, and uninstall behavior meet local requirements. Device-level experiences can also be harder to troubleshoot than in-app changes because they involve OEM firmware and system components. These factors can increase coordination effort across OEM, publisher, and platform teams.
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Unity Software Inc.
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