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The Complete Guide to Installing and Using Cora as a Standalone Mobile PWA (iOS & Android)

Learn how to install Cora Studio OS as a high-performance native Progressive Web App with zero app store delays and real-time push notifications.

C
Mobile Engineering Team
PWA & Edge Infrastructure
4 min read
Published 2026-08-30
Editor's abstract
  • 01Install Cora on iOS and Android in under 10 seconds without App Store downloads.
  • 02Achieve sub-50ms screen painting with root-scoped Service Worker caching.
  • 03Receive instant VAPID Web Push notifications for new inquiries, contract signatures, and payments.
  • 04Retain navigation within the standalone native container with zero browser chrome breakout.

Cora Studio OS is built as an enterprise-grade Progressive Web App (PWA) v3.2.46. It combines the speed of the modern web with the native capabilities of mobile applications, delivering instant updates without requiring App Store approvals.


1. Installing on iOS (Apple Safari)

  1. Open Safari on your iPhone or iPad and navigate to https://app.heycora.in.
  2. Tap the Share icon (the square with an upward arrow) in the bottom browser bar.
  3. Scroll down and tap Add to Home Screen.
  4. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
  5. The Cora icon with dynamic high-resolution retina branding will appear on your iOS home screen.

2. Installing on Android (Google Chrome)

  1. Open Google Chrome on your Android device and visit https://app.heycora.in.
  2. A slide-up prompt reading "Install Cora Studio OS" will appear automatically at the bottom.
  3. Tap Install. The OS will generate a native WebAPK in seconds.

3. Enabling Real-Time Web Push Alerts

Cora uses self-signed VAPID ES256 Web Push to deliver instant alerts directly to your phone’s lock screen:

  • New Inbound Inquiry: Alert when a high-ticket client submits a booking brief.
  • Contract Signed: Notification when a client completes their SHA-256 e-signature.
  • Payment Cleared: Instant notification when a Razorpay/UPI advance invoice is settled.

When prompted upon first launch, tap Allow Notifications to register your device's push token.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the PWA consume high storage space on my phone?

No. Cora’s PWA bundle is under 15MB, compared to legacy native apps that exceed 200MB.

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