1. Introduction: Your Trusted Partner for Classified App Innovation

Welcome to Associative, a premier software development and consulting powerhouse headquartered in the vibrant technological hub of Pune, Maharashtra, India. Founded as a dynamic partnership firm on February 1, 2021, Associative is formally registered with the Registrar of Firms (ROF), Pune, solidifying our commitment to professional excellence and regulatory compliance. We operate with complete transparency under the official Permanent Account Number (PAN) ABUFA2034P and Goods and Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN) 27ABUFA2034P1ZX.

At our core, we are a dedicated team of 11 highly skilled IT innovators and problem-solvers, passionate about transforming visionary ideas—especially in the high-growth classified marketplace sector—into tangible, impactful, and scalable digital realities. Our mission is to serve as a trusted technology partner, guiding businesses through the complexities of the digital landscape. With a foundation built on open communication and unwavering transparency, we create comprehensive solutions that drive growth, efficiency, and market leadership for the businesses we serve.

2. Specialized Android Classified App Development

The classified marketplace is one of the most dynamic areas in mobile commerce. Associative specializes in building native Android classified applications that offer superior performance, a smooth user experience, and the scalability required to handle millions of listings and users.

Key Features We Integrate

• Robust Listing System: Easy-to-use forms, rich media support (photos/videos), category management, and location-based tagging.

• Advanced Search & Filtering: Instant, powerful search with multiple filters (price, condition, distance, etc.) optimized for speed.

• Geo-Location Services: Integration with Google Maps for location-based searching, seller proximity, and distance calculation.

• Secure Communication: In-app messaging/chat features to connect buyers and sellers while maintaining privacy.

• User Management: Intuitive seller and buyer profiles, verification systems, and review/rating mechanisms.

• Monetization Strategies: Integration of payment gateways, premium listings, featured ads, and subscription models.

• Native Android Excellence: High-performance apps built using Java and Kotlin within Android Studio for maximum optimization and access to all native device capabilities.

3. Our Guiding Philosophy and Core Values in Classified App Projects

Our operational philosophy is anchored in two fundamental pillars: absolute transparency and a holistic approach to product development. This is crucial for complex platforms like classified apps.

Radical Transparency: We believe trust is the cornerstone of any successful partnership. We provide regular, detailed updates, comprehensive reports, and even screen recordings of all work in progress. This demystifies the development process, fosters collaboration, and gives our clients the confidence that their investment is being managed with the utmost integrity. In classified app development, this means you see every line of code written for the database, backend, and frontend.

Holistic Product Development: In an industry often focused on a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), we believe in building complete, robust, and polished solutions from the ground up. Our goal is to deliver a fully-featured, production-ready product engineered for future scalability and long-term maintainability. We do not cut corners; we build solutions that last. All communication is documented via WhatsApp and email to ensure perfect alignment and create an unimpeachable record of all decisions.

4. Comprehensive Full-Stack Development for Your Marketplace

While we excel in Native Android Development, a successful classified application requires a robust back-end ecosystem.

4.1. Mobile Application Development (Android Focus)

• Native Android Development: High-performance apps using Java and Kotlin with Android Studio.

• Cross-Platform Options: We can also maximize reach and efficiency with a primary focus on Flutter and Dart to simultaneously target Android and iOS users, along with strong capabilities in React Native and Progressive Web Apps (PWAs).

4.2. Back-End Development (The Engine Room)

We build the scalable and secure server-side systems that power your classified app. Our technology expertise includes:

• Node.js (Express.js)

• Python (Django, Flask, FastAPI)

• PHP (Laravel)

• Enterprise-grade Java platforms (Spring, Spring Boot, Quarkus)

4.3. Data Management and DevOps

• Database Solutions: Expertise in SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MS SQL Server) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis, Firebase, DynamoDB) to handle high-volume listing data.

• DevOps and Cloud Services: We implement CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, containerization with Docker/Kubernetes, and provide expert managed services for AWS, GCP, and Microsoft Azure to ensure 24/7 uptime and stability.

5. Our Unique Work Structure and Commitment to Transparency

Our commitment to transparency is our competitive advantage, especially for a large-scale project like a classified app.

Work Hours and Schedule: Our team operates from Monday to Saturday, with flexible engagement models between 3 to 9 working hours per day.

Unprecedented Transparency: We provide screen recordings of our developers’ screens during all project work hours. These recordings, along with the latest source code, are shared daily or weekly, providing concrete, verifiable proof of the work performed.

Payment and Invoicing: We offer two models: per-developer-per-hour and fixed project cost/milestone-based. For hourly work, invoices are submitted daily after you receive the work proof. This pay-as-you-go model ensures you only pay for work that has been completed and verified.

6. Commitment to Client Confidentiality

Client confidentiality is a foundational principle of our business. We rigorously adhere to non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and have robust security measures in place to safeguard all client information.

• No Sharing of Project Details: We do not share any details or case studies of client projects with any third party, under any circumstances.

• Complete Ownership Transfer: Upon final payment, our clients become the sole and exclusive owners of the entire source code and final product.

• No Portfolio: As a direct result of this strict policy, we do not maintain a public portfolio of client work.

7. Official Terms and Conditions Summary

By engaging the services of Associative, you agree to the following core terms:

• All service orders are final; cancellations and refunds are not available once work has commenced.

• Communication is managed through our project managers via WhatsApp and email; there are no on-site visits or direct developer communication.

• The client is solely responsible for all third-party costs (hosting, APIs, etc.).

• Our liability is strictly limited to the total amount paid by the client.

• Invoices are due upon receipt.

• Post-project support is complimentary for 7 days, after which it is subject to additional charges.

• Time estimates are not guaranteed timelines. Custom app projects typically require a minimum of 1000-10000 hours.

Thank you for considering Associative as your technology partner. We look forward to bringing your classified app vision to life.

Sincerely,

The Team at Associative

Contact Information WhatsApp/Call: 9028850524 Email: info@associative.in Address: Khandve Complex, Yojana Nagar, Lohegaon – Wagholi Road, Lohegaon, Pune, (M.H), India – 411047 Office Hours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday to Saturday