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✦ Boutique PWA shop · Handcrafted apps · Limited to 100 customers · Not a trap

Got a Small Problem?
We've Got a Tiny App for That.

We build fast, focused Progressive Web Apps for small businesses and individuals. You bring the problem. We bring the code. No fluff, no enterprise overhead, no sprints, no scrums, no one named Chad, and absolutely no waiting six months for a quote.

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3–5
Day average turnaround
2FA
Security on every app
$15/mo
Starting hosting
100%
Mobile-ready PWA

The Process (It's Embarrassingly Simple)

We take on a small number of builds at a time so every project gets our full attention. No ticket queue. No project manager who "just circles back." Just us, your problem, and an unreasonable amount of focus.

1

Tell us your small problem

Fill out the form at the bottom of this page. We'll follow up within one business day with a firm quote. No vague estimates. No "it depends" that slowly reveals itself to be a year-long odyssey of discovery.

2

We build it (fast)

You approve the quote, pay the build fee, and we get to work. Most apps are ready in 1–5 business days. We are not trying to boil the ocean, achieve enlightenment, or disrupt anything. Just solve your specific problem, properly, and get on with it.

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You use it, we host it

Your app goes live on a secure, 2FA-protected link. Monthly hosting keeps it running and supported. Cancel anytime. Buy it out anytime. No contracts written in a font specifically designed to discourage reading. It's your app.

See What's Possible.
Right Now.

Browse live, working apps built on the AppsForHire platform. Every app in the gallery is a real PWA — running real AI, pulling real data, installable on your phone. No sales deck. No mockups. Just tap and try.

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Live demos you can use right now — no signup, no waiting
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Real AI features — streaming responses, image generation, voice
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Installable on your phone — try the home screen experience
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See something you like? Request a custom version built for your business
Browse the App Gallery →

Every app includes a "Request This Build" button — tap it to start a conversation about your own custom version.

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App Architect

Describe your business → watch AI build a working PWA live with streaming code, logo, and voice narration

AI + Voice
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Vibe Check

Enter a brand name and vibe → AI generates a full mood board with palette, taglines, and logo concept

AI + Image
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What Should I Build?

Describe your business → get 3 custom app ideas streamed in real-time. One tap to request a build

AI Stream
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And More...

New apps added regularly — from restaurant tools to route planners to AI-powered dashboards

Gallery
Like what you see? Every gallery app is a showcase of what your custom app could be. Pick a concept, tell us about your business, and we'll build something tailored to your workflow — same quality, your branding, your data.

Bring Your Own Brain.
Bring Your Own Data.

On Custom and Pro tiers, you connect your own AI and API keys — your usage bill stays between you and the provider, not us. Starter tier apps run on our shared AI access (Gemini + Claude, reasonable usage limits apply).

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Bring Your Own AI (byoAI)

Connect your own Google Gemini or Anthropic Claude API key. We build the app around your AI — chat assistants, data summarizers, smart forms, whatever makes sense. Your model, your usage, your bill.

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Bring Your Own APIs (byoAPI)

Shopify, QuickBooks, Airtable, Google Sheets, your point-of-sale, your booking system — if it has an API, you bring the key and we connect it. No more logging into five dashboards to see one number.

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Cross-Source Analysis

Pull sales from one source, inventory from another, labor costs from a third — all into one clean, private dashboard. See trends that are invisible when your data lives in silos.

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No AI Markup on Custom & Pro

On Custom and Pro tiers, your API usage goes directly from your key to the model — no markup, no middleman cut. Starter apps run on our shared proxy so you don't need to manage keys at all.

Google Gemini Claude AI OpenAI Shopify API QuickBooks Airtable Google Sheets Custom REST APIs Webhooks Your Weird POS System Square Toast POS
ℹ️ Two tiers, two models: Starter apps run on AppsForHire's shared AI proxy (Gemini + Claude) — AI is included, usage limits apply, no keys required. Custom & Pro apps connect directly to your own API keys — your usage is billed through your own account at the rates set by your AI provider (Google, Anthropic, OpenAI, etc.). Both Google Gemini and Anthropic Claude offer free API tiers — many Custom/Pro apps stay within free limits entirely.

What It Costs (Less Than You Think, More Than Free)

One-time build fee + low monthly hosting. Own it outright anytime. No subscriptions lurking inside other subscriptions like Russian nesting dolls of disappointment. No gotchas. No gimmicks.

⚡ Boutique by design — limited to 100 customers total. That is a real number and not a marketing trick.

Starter
$200 – $500 build fee
$15 / month hosting
Buyout available — $300 flat, code and all

  • Template-based, ready-to-customize app
  • 1–7 business days turnaround
  • Password + 2FA protected access
  • Mobile-first, installable PWA
  • 30 days of post-launch support
  • Shared AI access included (Gemini + Claude, limited usage)

Great for: menus, directories, event calendars, simple calculators, booking displays

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Pro
$1,500 – $2,500+ build fee
$29 / month hosting
Buyout = build fee × 1.5

  • Complex, multi-feature custom application
  • 1–2 week turnaround
  • Password + 2FA protected access
  • Mobile-first, installable PWA
  • 90 days of post-launch support
  • Two free revision rounds
  • Priority support response
  • byoAI & byoAPI ready (your keys)

Great for: multi-user tools, full business workflows, multi-source AI apps, complex data pipelines

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Enterprise Security. Small Business Price. Absolutely No Nonsense Whatsoever.

Doesn't matter which tier — every app ships with the same security and quality foundation. We build it right the first time, because the people using your app have things to do.

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Password + 2FA Login

Protected by Cloudflare Access — the same zero-trust platform Fortune 500 companies pay big money for. You get it with every app.

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Installable on Any Device

iPhone, Android, Mac, PC — add to home screen for a native app feel. No App Store. No downloads. No mysterious update prompts at 3am that reboot your phone during something important.

Fast & Lightweight

Apps load instantly and run smoothly on any connection. No bloated frameworks, no heavy downloads. Because you're busy and your phone shouldn't need a pep talk to open an app.

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HTTPS Everywhere

All traffic encrypted end-to-end. Your data stays yours. We never sell it, share it, or gaze upon it longingly. That's just not how we operate.

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Ongoing Maintenance

We keep your app alive and updated. Hosting subscribers get priority support and regular health checks so problems get caught before they become your emergency at 6pm on a Friday.

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You Own Your Data

Buy out your app anytime — you get the full source code, no strings attached, no tearful exit interview. The code is yours. We built it for you. That was always the arrangement.

Small Apps for Actual Problems That Actually Exist

Some people think "small app" means low quality. Those people have never experienced the quiet joy of exactly the right tool at exactly the right moment. If it runs in a browser, we can almost certainly build it. If it requires a rocket ship, we'll refer you elsewhere.

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Digital Menu

QR-code accessible, always up-to-date menu for restaurants and food businesses.

Starter
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Appointment Display

Show your availability and let customers see your schedule at a glance.

Starter
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Client Intake Form

Collect client info, project details, and signatures — all in one secure form.

Custom
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Inventory Tracker

Track stock levels, low-inventory alerts, and reorder lists without a spreadsheet you'll forget to open.

Custom
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Staff Dashboard

Internal tool for your team — task lists, shift notes, checklists, and logs. For humans who aren't software engineers.

Custom
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Quote Calculator

Interactive pricing tool that gives customers instant estimates for your services. No more back-and-forth emails about ballparks.

Custom
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AI FAQ Assistant

Hook up your Claude or Gemini API key and let AI answer your customer questions 24/7. You train it, you own the bill.

Custom
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API Data Dashboard

Pull live data from Shopify, QuickBooks, your POS, or any API into one private, secure dashboard. Finally.

Custom
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AI Data Summarizer

Feed it your Airtable or Google Sheets data; let Gemini or Claude write you a plain-English daily briefing.

Pro
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Customer Portal

Multi-user portal where clients log in to view projects, invoices, and updates. Looks like you spent way more than you did.

Pro
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Business Workflow App

End-to-end custom workflow — from lead intake to job completion. The app that finally kills the spreadsheet.

Pro
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Multi-Source Analyzer

Combine data from multiple platforms — sales, inventory, labor costs — into one cross-source insight view with AI commentary.

Pro

Questions People Actually Asked (Not Made Up to Fill Space)

What is a PWA, exactly?

A Progressive Web App is a website that has decided to behave like a native app. It works on any device, installs on your home screen, and loads instantly. The advantage: no App Store, no downloads, no $99/year Apple developer account, no one waiting 3 days for app review. Your users just visit a link — that's it. It's almost suspiciously easy. (Note: most of our apps use AI and live data features that require an internet connection.)

What does "byoAI" actually mean in practice?

It means you supply your own AI API key — either from Google (Gemini) or Anthropic (Claude). We build the app that uses it. When a user interacts with the AI features in your app, those API calls are billed directly to your account by Google or Anthropic. We never touch the billing. Both providers offer free tiers that cover light usage — many small apps will never cost you a penny in AI fees.

Do I need to know how to code or manage API keys?

Nope. We'll walk you through getting an API key from Google or Anthropic — it takes about five minutes and is free to start. We handle all the wiring. You just tell us what you want the AI to do.

How does the 2FA protection work?

We use Cloudflare Access to protect your app's URL. Users log in with their email address and receive a one-time code — no password to remember, forget, or get phished. You control who has access to your app. It's the same zero-trust platform used by major enterprises, and it comes with every app we build.

What if I want changes after the app is built?

Minor changes (text, colors, labels) during your included support window are covered at no extra charge. For new features or significant additions, we'll scope and quote the work separately. Hosting subscribers get discounted rates on updates — it's one of the perks of staying on the plan.

What does "buyout" mean?

If you decide you want to take your app somewhere else — host it yourself, hand it to another developer, just have the code — you can buy it out at any time. You'll receive the full source code and we'll help you migrate it wherever you want. No exit fees, no data held hostage.

What happens if I cancel my hosting subscription?

Your app goes offline, but your data and code are safe. You can restart hosting anytime, or buy out the app to self-host. We will never delete your work without 30 days' notice and explicit confirmation from you.

Do I need my own domain name?

Nope — your app lives on a secure subdomain we provide (like yourname.appsforhire.app). If you have your own domain and want to use it, we can set that up as part of the build at no extra charge.

How do I pay?

Build fees are collected upfront via Stripe before development begins. Monthly hosting is billed automatically via Stripe subscription. We accept all major credit and debit cards. No weird payment portals. No wire transfers. No invoices "due in 30 days" that you'll lose in your inbox and feel vaguely guilty about for a fortnight.

What are the limits here? What do you not build?

We're a boutique shop — we build focused, single-purpose apps that solve specific problems. We are not the right fit for full SaaS products, apps requiring dedicated server infrastructure, or anything that needs a 10-person engineering team and three rounds of venture funding. If that's what you have in mind, we'll tell you so honestly and point you in the right direction. We don't expect a shrubbery in return.

Terms, Disclaimers & The Part Where We Get Serious for a Minute

We believe in being straightforward. Here's what you're agreeing to when you work with us — no legalese fog, just plain English.

📋 What AppsForHire Is (and Isn't)

AppsForHire is a rapid development service for small, focused Progressive Web Apps. Our apps are designed to solve specific, bounded problems quickly — not to power enterprise workflows or replace major business systems. If you have a small problem that needs a clean, private app, we're your people. If you need a multi-tenant SaaS platform with complex backend infrastructure, we're probably not the right fit and we'll tell you so up front.

⚠️ No Warranty. Seriously.

Apps are delivered "as is" and "as available." AppsForHire, under Ghost Kitchen LI LLC, makes no warranties — express, implied, or statutory — including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or uninterrupted availability.

Software is software. APIs change. Browsers update. AI models get new versions. Third-party services go down. We will fix what we broke, and we take pride in our work — but we cannot guarantee that every app will work perfectly under every condition in perpetuity.

External breakage is billable. Your app may connect to third-party APIs, AI services, and external platforms that are outside our control. These providers may and often do change their interfaces, deprecate endpoints, adjust rate limits, or shut down entirely — any of which could break functionality in your app. When this happens, AppsForHire is happy to investigate and repair the issue, but this work falls outside your included support window and will be scoped and quoted as a separate engagement at the customer's expense. AppsForHire is not responsible for changes in external APIs, AI services, or connected platforms.

🛡️ Limitation of Liability & Hold Harmless

By engaging our services and/or using any app built by AppsForHire, you agree to hold Ghost Kitchen LI LLC, its members, employees, and contractors harmless for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to:

  • Loss of data, revenue, or business opportunity
  • Downtime, errors, or bugs in any delivered application
  • Changes or failures in third-party APIs, AI providers, or hosting platforms
  • AI outputs that are inaccurate, incomplete, or unhelpful
  • Unauthorized access or data breaches not caused by our direct negligence

In no event shall Ghost Kitchen LI LLC's liability exceed the total amount you paid for the specific app or service in question in the preceding three months.

🤖 byoAI — Your AI, Your Bill, Your Responsibility

For any app that includes AI features (byoAI), the following applies:

  • You are responsible for obtaining your own API keys from Google (Gemini), Anthropic (Claude), OpenAI, or any other AI provider
  • You are responsible for all API usage costs incurred through your keys, regardless of usage volume
  • You are responsible for complying with your AI provider's terms of service and acceptable use policies
  • AppsForHire does not guarantee the accuracy, safety, or appropriateness of any AI-generated content
  • We are not liable for outputs generated by AI models using your keys

🔌 byoAPI — Your Data, Your Keys, Your Connections

For any app that connects to external APIs (byoAPI), the following applies:

  • You are responsible for providing valid API credentials for all third-party data sources
  • You are responsible for maintaining your API keys and ensuring they remain valid
  • AppsForHire is not responsible for data loss, corruption, or exposure arising from third-party API failures, rate limiting, or credential revocation
  • We never store your API keys beyond the scope of your active engagement with us

📄 Agreement

By submitting a build request, paying a build fee, or subscribing to hosting, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these terms. These terms may be updated from time to time — the current version will always be on this page.

AppsForHire is a service of Ghost Kitchen LI LLC · Lummi Island, WA · info@ghostkitchen.shop
Last updated: March 2026

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