Achieving success in app stores, where Android offers 2.46 million apps and Apple nearly 1.96 million, is challenging due to the sheer volume of competition, necessitating app store optimization (ASO) to enhance visibility. Trends indicate that apps with better star ratings rank higher, underscoring the importance of user satisfaction for exposure and user acquisition. Recent changes in Google Play Store and App Store rating calculations now emphasize recent reviews, allowing apps to recover from negative feedback through quality improvements. Effective ASO is intertwined with app quality enhancement via thorough testing and proactive user feedback collection, as testing minimizes bugs while user feedback prevents negative reviews by addressing issues early. By using tools like Luciq, developers can gather real-time insights into app performance, helping to promptly address bugs and gather user feedback to drive five-star reviews, leading to improved ASO and app success.