What Is a Progressive Web App?
A Progressive Web App (PWA) is a website built to behave like a mobile app — it can be added to a phone's home screen, work offline and send notifications — without needing an app store.
It matters because a PWA can give you many of the benefits of a native app at a fraction of the cost and complexity, while still being a single product you maintain.
An Everyday Analogy
A PWA is like a website wearing an app's clothes. It lives on the web, but with a home-screen icon and offline ability it feels just like the apps people download.
- Can be added to the home screen.
- Works offline or on poor connections.
- Can send push notifications.
- Needs no app store approval.
Why It Matters to You
A PWA can be a smart middle ground between a website and a full native app.
- One codebase instead of separate apps per platform.
- Lower cost than building native iOS and Android apps.
- No app-store fees or review delays.
- App-like experience that boosts engagement.
If you need a hand with any of this, your Progressive Robot delivery team is ready to help. Raise a ticket from the Support area of your client portal or speak to your account manager and we will guide you through the next steps.