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[DE] What is a Progressive Web App and Why You Need One

[DE] What is a Progressive Web App and Why You Need One

Softsite Team
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13. Januar 2026
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[DE] 6 min read

[DE] A Progressive Web App (PWA) is a website that behaves like a native app.

[DE] PWA advantages: lower development costs, single codebase, instant updates.

[DE] PWA features: installable on home screen, works offline, push notifications.

[DE] Successful PWA examples: Twitter Lite, Starbucks, Pinterest, Uber.

[DE] When to choose a PWA: limited budget, audience on multiple platforms.

[DE] When a PWA isn't enough: access to advanced hardware features.

[DE] PWA costs are significantly lower than native app development.

[DE] The PWA transformation process: audit, Service Worker, manifest.json.

[DE] The Softsite team offers complete PWA development services.