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Almedia’s Freecash app tops global iOS App Store charts as rewarded platforms go mainstream

February 3, 2026
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BERLIN, GERMANY - 3 February 2026 - Almedia, the data-driven platform engineering the future of mobile user acquisition and monetization and the third fastest-growing company in Europe according to the Financial Times, has hit the top of the iOS App Store in key regions worldwide with its app Freecash.

Freecash ranked #1 overall in the United Kingdom, Germany, and the Netherlands, alongside #2 in the United States and France, #4 in Canada, and #5 in Australia, marking a major global milestone for the rapidly growing rewards platform. Freecash also reached #1 in the Entertainment category across these territories, as well as Austria.

It also hit top-5 in the Entertainment category in China, Italy, Belgium, Japan, and Sweden, #6 in Poland and #13 in South Korea, showcasing the benefits of Almedia’s global investment across global markets and its large user base across multiple geographies.

The app's rapid climb follows a period of significant growth driven by strong organic installs and Almedia’s investment in rewarding engagement for long-term users. Freecash now counts over 60 million registered users worldwide, with the platform having paid out tens of millions of dollars in real rewards. User trust remains strong, with 260,000+ reviews on Trustpilot and an average rating of 4.8 stars.

The Freecash app’s rise across multiple territories exemplifies the increasing consumer demand for flexible, reward-based ways to earn online, as well as Almedia’s ability to scale high-quality audiences efficiently across regions.

How Freecash works

Freecash is a rewards platform where users earn by completing online tasks, playing games, trying new apps, signing up for services, and watching videos. The model is straightforward: advertisers pay to reach new users, and Freecash passes a portion of that payment directly to its members as rewards.

Users see exactly how much they'll earn before starting each task, allowing them to make informed decisions about how to spend their time. Rewards can be cashed out through PayPal, bank transfer, or popular gift cards.

Freecash emphasizes fast payouts and clear expectations. Unlike platforms with complicated point systems or delayed processing, earnings on Freecash are available for withdrawal as soon as they're credited. This immediacy has been a key factor in building user loyalty across more than 100 countries.

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This information is based on iOS store rankings from January 2026.

About Almedia GmbH

Berlin-based Almedia is engineering the future of user acquisition and monetization with data-driven rewards and recommendations. Its flagship platform, Freecash, has a community of over 60 million users engaging with games, apps and surveys. Recognised by the Financial Times' FT1000 as the fastest-growing advertising company in Europe, Berlin-based Almedia works collaboratively to create custom rewarded campaigns which deliver up to 2x 180 day ROAS and 3x ARPU compared to traditional UA channels.

For further info & interviews contact:

James Law

PR Manager @ Almedia

james.l@almedia.co

+49 0157 9252 0595

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Rewarded UA has earned its place alongside Google, Meta, and AppLovin in the mobile marketing mix.
It has become a core channel because the additional user engagement delivered post ad-click drives retention and long-term value that other UA sources struggle to match.
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Moritz Holländer
Founder, CEO at Almedia
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By showcasing our game directly to people who already play games and tailoring offers around in-game behavior, Freecash helped us scale installs globally faster and more efficiently than traditional channels.
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Saras Panigrahi
Marketing Director at Potato Play
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Almedia teams deliver full-cycle support for launching campaigns in multiple markets. They monitor KPIs closely, tweak campaign setups in real time, and consistently share new optimization ideas that help elevate results.
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Saras Panigrahi
Marketing Director at Potato Play
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We required UA partners who can perform at high spend levels and still hit key metrics like retention and a positive return on investment while scaling our game installs.
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Saras Panigrahi
Marketing Director at Potato Play
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We have been successfully working with Almedia for several years and are looking forward to the next years to come.
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Pascal Ludynia
CEO at Ayet Studio GmbH
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Almedia’s Talented team delivering results at scale! Always available and supportive.
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Ben Asbach
CEO at Bitburst GmbH
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Working closely with Almedia, we built and optimized a strategy that outperformed our goals. With aligned targets, transparent feedback, and a shared drive for innovation, we created a funnel that delivered real impact at scale.
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Adi Tubul
User Acquisition Manager at Candivore
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Almedia stands out as a partner that not only scales but also focuses on long-term performance. They’ve become an essential part of our UA mix.
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Antella Yu
User Acquisition Lead at Stillfront (Super Free Games)
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Almedia helped us scale high-quality U.S. users across iOS and Android, driving a 120% uplift in Day 7 retention and ROAS while doubling our budget in a competitive market.
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Hyekang Seo
UA Lead at Actionfit
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Almedia enabled us to achieve consistent monthly growth with profitable margins, fostering a sustainable path to success and ensuring long-term profitability.
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Mad Brain Games
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Almedia drives top-quality users to our games, among the best of all UA channels. We're happy to keep scaling and strengthening our partnership with this talented team.
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Mor Stone
VP of Marketing at Innplay Labs
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This was more than a reactivation, it was a relaunch powered by insight. The results speak for themselves: 550% growth in daily spend, 2x competitor performance, and a successful iOS expansion.
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Dukryul Kim
UA Manager, Treeplla
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We came into this partnership with aggressive growth goals, and Freecash helped us blow past every one of them. Doubling our 30-day ROAS against top competitors was something we hadn’t achieved before.
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San Heo
CEO, Treeplla
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The close collaboration between Candivore and Almedia’s team allowed us to design and iterate on a strategy that exceeded our performance goals. Through aligned targets, transparent feedback loops, and a shared commitment to innovation, we built a funnel that drove meaningful impact at scale.
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Adi Tubul
User Acquisition Manager at Candivore
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Almedia offers the broadest worldwide geo coverage among all the incentivized partners we’ve worked with, giving us valuable insights into T2/T3 markets and helping us scale efficiently with lower CPIs.
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Antella Yu
User Acquisition Lead at Stillfront (Super Free Games)
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Almedia proved that rewarded UA can deliver both high ROAS and strong retention - a combination we hadn’t been able to achieve before. The process was smooth from start to finish, and the ongoing optimization made a huge difference in campaign success.
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Jade Baeck
Senior Manager at SUPERBOX
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Almedia delivered nearly 3x higher D30 retention compared to other rewarded channels: all while maintaining strong ROAS. It was the first time we found a UA partner that could truly balance both retention and profitability.
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Jade Baeck
Senior Manager at SUPERBOX
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Partnering with Freecash has been a great fit for our games and community. Their rewarding platform integrates naturally with our player experience, delivering strong engagement and meaningful value for both sides. We’re excited to continue expanding our collaboration and building long-term success together.
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Dima Gorodnev
COO, Ovivo
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