Mobile2026-05-17
PWA (Progressive Web App)
Also known as: Progressive Web App / プログレッシブウェブアプリ
Web spec (Service Workers + App Manifest) for near-native apps: offline, home screen install, and push notifications without an app store.
Overview
PWAs deliver app-like experiences using only browser technologies. No store approval is needed and updates reach users instantly. For combining Capacitor with PWA offline features, see the Capacitor PWA offline guide.
Use cases
Lightweight internal tools and information services can be built as PWAs at lower cost than native apps. When deeper native capabilities are needed, consider upgrading to Capacitor, Flutter, or React Native.
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