InstantPWA on ChromeOS
ChromeOS is a PWA-first operating system. Installed apps sit in the shelf, register as share targets, and can even open specific file types. InstantPWA works with zero extra configuration.
Install: Full support
Web push: Full support
Deepest integration of any desktop OS.
How to set it up
- 1
Copy the one-line snippet
Sign in, open your widget, and copy the <script> tag from the Install tab. It's under 15 KB gzipped and loads asynchronously.
- 2
Paste it before </body>
Drop it into your site template. No build step, no framework wiring — it works with any HTML page served over HTTPS.
- 3
Publish and verify
Reload the site, open the widget on any device, and check the analytics tab. Installs and dismissals appear in real time.
FAQ
Do PWAs replace Android apps on ChromeOS?+
For most consumer scenarios, yes — PWAs are lighter, update instantly, and don't require Play Store distribution.