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Progressive Web Apps

App-like experiences, without the app store.

Progressive Web Apps that load instantly, work offline, and feel native — without asking users to download anything.

Progressive Web Apps (PWA) digitallyscaled
30+
PWAs Delivered
2.5x
Avg. Engagement Lift
5–7 wks
Avg. Time to Launch
24/7
Post-Launch Support
Overview

Why progressive web apps genuinely bridge the app-website gap

Native mobile apps offer genuine capability — offline access, push notifications, home screen presence — but require navigating app store approval, separate codebases for iOS and Android, and the ongoing friction of getting users to actually download and install something new. Progressive web apps deliver much of that same app-like experience directly through the browser, installable to a home screen without an app store, while remaining accessible to anyone who simply visits your website through a normal link.

We build PWAs with genuine offline functionality, so core features remain usable even without a reliable connection, which matters considerably for users on unreliable mobile networks. Unlike native apps, PWAs remain fully indexable by search engines, meaning you don't sacrifice organic discoverability for app-like functionality. Existing websites can often be converted into PWAs without a full rebuild, adding capability incrementally rather than requiring you to start from scratch. Whether a PWA or native app genuinely fits your situation depends on your specific feature needs and audience — we'll give you an honest assessment rather than defaulting to whichever is more profitable for us to build.

What's Included

Everything this service actually covers

Offline-Ready

Service workers keep core content available even with a weak or lost connection.

Instant Loading

Cached assets and lean code make repeat visits feel nearly instant.

Installable Experience

Users can add the PWA to their home screen without an app store at all.

Cross-Device by Default

One codebase that works consistently across phones, tablets, and desktop.

Fully Indexable

Unlike native apps, PWAs stay crawlable and searchable by search engines.

Ongoing Optimization

We monitor performance and keep the app fast as content and traffic grow.

Our Process

How we get there

01

Discover

We identify which flows most benefit from an app-like, installable experience.

02

Design

We design around fast perceived performance and offline-first states.

03

Build

We implement service workers, caching, and installable app behavior.

04

Launch & Support

We test across devices and connection conditions, then launch and support.

Tech We Use

Built on tools that scale with you

ReactWorkboxNext.jsLighthouse CI
Recent Work

A few projects we’ve shipped recently

Ridgeline Studio
Media

Ridgeline Studio

A news PWA that kept load times fast even on slow mobile connections.

View Case Study
Alder Home
Retail

Alder Home

A lightweight PWA version of an e-commerce store for low-bandwidth markets.

View Case Study
Vance Supply Co.
Travel

Vance Supply Co.

An offline-capable travel guide app usable without signal while traveling.

View Case Study
Loopline Studio
Events

Loopline Studio

An installable event-discovery app built without a native app store presence.

View Case Study
Testimonial

What clients say

“Readers on slow connections were bouncing before the page even loaded. The PWA rebuild fixed that, and we didn't have to convince anyone to download an app.”

EM
Elena Marsh

Product Lead, Dispatch Daily

FAQ

Common questions

How is a PWA different from a native app?

A PWA runs in the browser but can be installed and used like an app, without going through an app store.

Will it work offline?

Core content and functionality can be made available offline using service workers — we'll scope exactly what that covers for your case.

Do PWAs show up in search engines?

Yes, unlike native apps, PWAs remain fully crawlable and indexable by search engines.

Can an existing website be converted into a PWA?

In many cases yes — we assess your current site to see what's needed to make it installable and offline-ready.

Is a PWA a good fit for us instead of a native app?

Often yes for content and browsing-heavy experiences; native still wins for deep device integration — we'll advise honestly either way.

Can a PWA send push notifications like a native app?

Yes, push notification support is available on most modern browsers and platforms, though implementation specifics vary somewhat by operating system.

Do PWAs require ongoing app store fees or approval processes?

No, since PWAs are installed directly from the browser, you avoid app store fees and approval delays entirely.

How much does a PWA typically cost compared to a native app?

PWAs are generally more cost-effective since you're maintaining one codebase instead of separate iOS and Android builds, though exact cost depends on feature complexity.

Will users know how to install a PWA to their home screen?

We build in clear installation prompts guiding users through the process, since the mechanism differs slightly from familiar app store downloads.

Can a PWA access device features like camera or location?

Yes, PWAs can access many device capabilities including camera and location, though some deeper native integrations remain more accessible to fully native apps.

Do PWAs perform as fast as native apps?

Well-built PWAs perform very well for most use cases, though extremely graphics-intensive applications may still benefit from native development.

Do PWAs support in-app purchases like native apps do?

Payment processing can be integrated into a PWA, though the specific implementation differs from native app store purchase mechanisms.

Can we test a PWA before fully committing to the approach?

Yes, we can build a scoped pilot version to validate the approach before committing to full-scale development.

Does browser support vary for PWA features across different devices?

Yes, some PWA capabilities vary by browser and device, and we're upfront about which features have full versus partial support on specific platforms.

Can a PWA be updated without requiring users to manually update anything?

Yes, updates deploy automatically the next time a user opens the app, unlike native apps that require going through app store update processes.

Ready to get started with Progressive Web Apps?

Let's talk about your project — no pressure, just a straightforward conversation about what you need.

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