When Craft2Native Launches and What Happens Between Now and Then
An honest pre-launch roadmap detailing beta testing phases, platform validation, and early access registration.
As a pre-launch platform, transparency regarding our product roadmap, engineering validation milestones, and launch timeline is paramount.
Craft2Native is currently in active development and closed engine testing. We are systematically validating binary output quality, deep link handling, and push notification reliability across a diverse range of web frameworks (React, Next.js, Vue, WordPress, Shopify, Laravel).
This guide outlines our development timeline and explains what early registrants can expect between now and public launch.
The Pre-Launch Engineering Roadmap
Our development path is divided into four structured phases to ensure platform stability on day one:
[ Phase 1: Core Engine Development ] (Current Phase)
- WebView container optimization, SSL pinning, intent routing tests.
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[ Phase 2: Closed Beta & Early Registrant Testing ]
- Onboarding initial wave of registered websites for APK test builds.
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[ Phase 3: Automated Dashboard & Build Pipeline ]
- Self-serve web interface for instant asset upload & AAB compilation.
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[ Phase 4: Public General Availability Launch ]
- Open registration, self-serve Play Store binary downloads.What Happens Between Now and Public Launch?
For site owners who register early, here is the exact sequence of events leading up to public release:
1. Priority Early Registrant Queue When you submit your email and website URL via the [Craft2Native launch form](/craft2native), your domain enters our early verification queue.
2. Pre-Launch Compatibility Review Our team performs an automated compatibility scan on registered website URLs to verify: - Mobile responsiveness and viewport settings. - HTTPS configuration and SSL certificate validity. - High-level touch target distribution.
3. Closed Beta Testing Invite Prior to our public release, selected registrants will receive invitations to test generated Android **APK binaries** on their own test devices. You will be able to review your site's splash screen, navigation, and native container behavior before publishing.
4. Early Registrant Launch Perks Early registrants will receive priority onboarding support, early-bird pricing tiers, and direct access to our core engineering team during setup.
Pre-Launch Milestone Status
| Engineering Milestone | Current Status | Notes |
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| Android WebView Shell Engine | Verified | Stripped browser chrome & custom user-agent support |
| Firebase Push Notification Shell | Verified | Native token generation & payload delivery verified |
| AAB Binary Compiler Engine | Testing Phase | Keytool keystore signing & Play Console manifest packaging |
| Web Dashboard Interface | In Development | Self-serve asset upload portal |
| Public Launch Date | Pending Final Beta | Announced to early registrants first |
To Be Confirmed at Launch: Exact public release dates and specific launch pricing plans will be communicated directly via email to registered interest holders prior to public launch.
How to Get Involved Today
The best way to ensure your website is part of the initial beta testing wave is to register early.
Step 1: Visit /craft2native landing page
Step 2: Enter your name, email, and target website URL
Step 3: Receive confirmation & pre-launch compatibility updatesFrequently Asked Questions
When will the public launch take place? Public launch will occur following the completion of closed beta testing with early registrants. Specific dates will be communicated via email updates.
Will beta registrants be able to test their app on real hardware before launch? Yes! Beta registrants will receive compiled APK test files to install and test on physical Android hardware.
How are early registrants notified when beta invites open? Beta invitations are sent directly to the email address provided on the registration interest form.
Ready to join the launch queue? Head over to the Craft2Native coming-soon page and submit your interest form today.
Want to Convert Your Site with Craft2Native?
Craft2Native is currently in active pre-launch development. Register your domain URL to receive early access compatibility scans and launch invites.