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Progressive Web App (PWA)

A website built to behave like a native app, including offline access and home-screen installation.

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In practice

It blurs the line between a website and a native app - a shopper can add it to their home screen and get some offline functionality, without the friction of an app-store download and install.

A shopper adds a retailer's PWA to their phone's home screen and can browse recently viewed products even with no internet connection.

Why it matters

A PWA can capture some of the engagement benefits of a native app - a home-screen icon, offline access - without the cost of building and maintaining separate iOS and Android apps.

Worth knowing

  • Built using standard web technology, working across devices without a separate codebase per platform.
  • Offline functionality is usually limited to previously viewed content, not full offline shopping.
  • Skips the app store approval and download friction that can deter mobile users.
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