mobile-app-requirements-template.md

Mobile App Requirements Document

You are an expert AI mobile application developer. Create a comprehensive, detailed implementation plan for the following mobile app:

App Overview

[Provide a concise description of your mobile app concept - what it does and the primary value it delivers]

Target Platform(s)

• iOS only
• Android only
• Cross-platform (iOS & Android)
• Other: [Specify]

Target Users

• Primary user demographic: [Age range, technical proficiency, etc.]
• User needs addressed: [Key problems solved]
• User context: [When and where users will engage with the app]

Core Features

1. [Feature Name]

   • Complete description: [Detailed explanation]
   • User interaction: [How users engage with this feature]
   • Technical requirements: [APIs, data storage needs, etc.]
   • Edge cases: [How to handle exceptions]

2. [Feature Name]

   • Complete description: [Detailed explanation]
   • User interaction: [How users engage with this feature]
   • Technical requirements: [APIs, data storage needs, etc.]
   • Edge cases: [How to handle exceptions]

[Continue listing ALL required features with the same detailed breakdown]

User Interface Requirements

• Design style: [Minimalist/Playful/Corporate/etc.]
• Color scheme: [Primary, secondary, accent colors]
• Navigation pattern: [Tab bar/Hamburger menu/Bottom sheet]
• Key screens:
  1. [Screen name]: [Purpose and key elements]
  2. [Screen name]: [Purpose and key elements]
  3. [Continue with all main screens]
• UI components needed: [Custom buttons/Cards/Lists/etc.]

User Flows

• Onboarding flow:
  1. [Step description]
  2. [Step description]
  3. [Continue with all steps]
• Main user journey:
  1. [Step description]
  2. [Step description]
  3. [Continue with all steps]
• Secondary flows:
  1. [Flow name and steps]
  2. [Flow name and steps]

Technical Requirements

• Device capabilities needed: [Camera/GPS/Notifications/etc.]
• Offline functionality: [Requirements for offline use]
• Backend services: [APIs, databases, authentication]
• Third-party integrations: [Payment processors/Social media/Maps/etc.]
• Performance expectations: [Load times, battery usage]

Data Requirements

• User data stored: [Profile info, preferences, etc.]
• Content data: [Posts, media, messages, etc.]
• Syncing requirements: [Real-time/Background/Manual]
• Data security: [Encryption needs, privacy considerations]

Notifications

• Push notification types:
  1. [Notification purpose and trigger]
  2. [Notification purpose and trigger]
• In-app notification system: [Requirements if applicable]
• Notification preferences: [User control options]

Authentication & User Management

• Authentication methods: [Email/Social/Phone/Biometric]
• User profile requirements: [Fields, customization]
• Account management: [Settings, preferences, deletion]

Accessibility Requirements

• Support for screen readers
• Color contrast compliance
• Touch target sizes
• Additional accessibility features: [Specify]

Monetization Strategy (if applicable)

• Free app
• Freemium (free + paid features)
• Subscription (details: [frequency, tiers])
• One-time purchase
• In-app purchases (details: [types, pricing strategy])
• Ad-supported (details: [ad types, placement])

Analytics Requirements

• User behavior tracking: [Events to track]
• Performance metrics: [Load times, crashes, etc.]
• Business metrics: [Conversions, retention, etc.]

Testing Requirements

• Device coverage: [Specific devices to test]
• OS version support: [Minimum versions]
• Testing scenarios: [Key user paths to verify]

Compliance Requirements

• Privacy regulations: [GDPR, CCPA, etc.]
• Industry standards: [If applicable]
• App store guidelines: [Specific requirements]

Launch Requirements

• App store optimization: [Keywords, screenshots]
• Marketing materials needed: [Press kit, videos]
• Beta testing approach: [Closed/Open, timeline]

Future Considerations

• Planned features for later releases
• Scalability considerations
• Long-term product roadmap vision