frigate/docs/docs/configuration/pwa.md
Nicolas Mowen 5d038b5c75
Update PWA requirements and add usage section (#20562)
Added VPN as a secure context option for PWA installation and included a usage section.
2025-10-26 05:39:09 -06:00

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pwa Installing Frigate App

Frigate supports being installed as a Progressive Web App on Desktop, Android, and iOS.

This adds features including the ability to deep link directly into the app.

Requirements

In order to install Frigate as a PWA, the following requirements must be met:

  • Frigate must be accessed via a secure context (localhost, secure https, VPN, etc.)
  • On Android, Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Opera, and Samsung Internet Browser all support installing PWAs.
  • On iOS 16.4 and later, PWAs can be installed from the Share menu in Safari, Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Orion.

Installation

Installation varies slightly based on the device that is being used:

  • Desktop: Use the install button typically found in right edge of the address bar
  • Android: Use the Install as App button in the more options menu for Chrome, and the Add app to Home screen button for Firefox
  • iOS: Use the Add to Homescreen button in the share menu

Usage

Once setup, the Frigate app can be used wherever it has access to Frigate. This means it can be setup as local-only, VPN-only, or fully accessible depending on your needs.