install iOS app with custom config

Question

I'm trying to figure out how to change the config of an iOS app from outside the app or preferably while it is installed. I would like to change the base url of the api for different group of users.

Let's say we have 2 websites (fictive): bikers.my-app.com runners.my-app.com

When a biker installs the app from the website, the base api url should be bikers.my-app.com/api/ and runners.my-app.com/api/ for the runners.

From what i've found this is not possible when installing from the AppStore without creating 2 applications.

Is there something like an "app profile" users can install to change app settings?

Answer 1

As you mentioned - this is not possible once the app is in the app store. The easiest solution is creating a settings / profile screen that allows users to choose Running or Biking. Then have the app change the URL based on their selection.