Installing RecipeBranch as an app on your device provides several advantages over using it in your browser. Here are the key benefits you'll experience when you install the app.
More Screen Real Estate
When you install RecipeBranch as an app, it opens in full-screen mode without the browser's address bar, tabs, and other UI elements. This gives you significantly more space to view your recipes, which is especially valuable when you're cooking and need to see as much content as possible at once.
In-App External Recipe Browsing
RecipeBranch supports linking to external recipes from around the web. When you have the app installed, these external recipe links open in an integrated in-app browser instead of creating new browser tabs.
Native App Experience
Beyond the core benefits above, installing RecipeBranch gives you a more native, app-like experience that feels integrated with your device.
- Quick access from your home screen, dock, or app drawer
- Faster loading times due to cached resources
- Dedicated app window that feels like a native application
What is a Progressive Web App?
RecipeBranch is built using Progressive Web App (PWA) technology, which allows websites to function like native apps on your device. Think of it as a modern way to create app-like experiences that work through your web browser.
Is it safe? Yes! PWAs are a legitimate web technology supported by major companies like Google, Microsoft, and Apple. When you "install" a PWA, you're essentially creating a shortcut that opens the website in a dedicated app-like window.
Why isn't it in the app store? PWAs can be installed directly from websites without going through app stores, which means faster updates and no app store restrictions. Many popular services like Twitter, Pinterest, and Spotify offer PWA versions alongside their traditional apps.