Splash screens / loaders
We create branded splash screens (startup screens) and loaders (loading indicators): so the waiting moment looks on-brand and is perceived more easily. Branded loading instead of an empty white screen. Honestly upfront: a loader does NOT speed up actual loading — it improves the PERCEPTION of waiting, not its duration; a drawn-out or forcibly long splash annoys (especially if shown on every launch); and platforms have guidelines (e.g. on iOS the splash must be fast and not 'advertising').
Splash screens / loaders — overview

Splash screens and loaders are designing loading and startup moments in the brand style: an app/site startup screen, loading indicators (spinners, progress bars, skeletons, animated loaders), placeholder screens while content loads. The goal is for waiting to look neat and on-brand, and for the user to understand that loading is happening rather than 'everything froze'. Honestly about the main thing, this is key: a loader does NOT speed up loading. It does not make the app/site faster — it improves the PERCEPTION of waiting: a good indicator (especially skeletons and progress) makes waiting psychologically shorter and clearer, but real speed depends on optimization (a different task). Promising 'we will speed up loading with a loader' would be deception — we improve the waiting experience, not its duration. Honestly about moderation and annoyance: a splash screen should not be artificially long. A drawn-out screen or a splash on EVERY launch (when content can be shown right away) annoys. A good splash is fast and appears only when really needed. Honestly about platform guidelines: e.g. iOS requires the launch screen to be fast and not used as an advertising/branding screen with a long display — we make it within the rules. Honestly about the effect: branded loading raises perceived neatness and reduces the 'frozen' feeling, but it is experience polish, not speedup and not a retention guarantee. Honestly about access: the brand style and access to the interface are needed. An important boundary: this is loading design; real speedup — optimization (outside this service, see mobile-web 861/performance); micro-animations — 928; logo animation — 929. Picture this: instead of 'an empty white screen on loading' — a neat branded screen that makes waiting easier. The base price starts from 12,000 ₽ (depends on the number of screens/states).
Problems we solve
- On loading — an empty white screen, seems frozen.
- Loaders are off-brand, look cheap.
- It is unclear whether loading is happening or it broke.
- The splash is drawn-out and annoys on every launch.
What's included in the Splash screens / loaders service
- A branded splash screen (startup screen)
- Loaders: spinners/progress/skeletons/animation
- Clear state indication (loading, not 'frozen')
- Compliance with platform guidelines (iOS launch screen etc.)
- A sense of moderation (fast splash, no artificial delays)
- Honest boundaries (does not speed up loading; improves perception)
- A link with micro-animations (928) and the logo (929)
- Handover and review with you
What you get
- Branded loading instead of a white screen
- Waiting is perceived more easily and clearly
- Compliance with platform rules
- Honest boundaries (perception, not real speedup)
How the work goes: steps
- We define loading states and the style; collect access
- We create splash/loaders within guidelines and moderation
- We honestly set boundaries (not speedup) with you
Why PDV Expert
- Fixed price and timeline — no surprises on the invoice.
- Report and recommendations in plain language — clear without a technical background.
- In touch at every step and answering questions about the result.
FAQ
Will a loader speed up my site/app loading?
No, honestly: a loader does not speed up actual loading — it improves the perception of waiting. A good indicator (especially skeletons and progress) makes waiting psychologically shorter and clearer, but speed depends on optimization — a different task. Promising 'we will speed it up with a loader' would be deception. We improve the waiting experience, while real speed is separate (performance optimization).
Is a splash screen always good?
In moderation, honestly. A splash should be fast and appear only when really needed. A drawn-out screen or a splash on EVERY launch (when content can be shown right away) annoys users. Plus platforms (e.g. iOS) require the launch screen to be fast and not 'advertising'. We make the splash apt and within the rules, not intrusive.
Will this retain users?
Directly — no, honestly. Branded neat loading reduces the 'frozen' feeling and makes waiting more pleasant, which is good for the experience. But it is polish, not a retention guarantee — retention depends on product value and real speed. We honestly say: splash/loaders improve the perception of the waiting moment, not retain by themselves.
About the provider
The «Splash screens / loaders» service is provided by PDV Expert — a team specialising in «Site quality». We work under contract and deliver a written report with recommendations.