Installing MintCondition on Mobile
MintCondition is a Progressive Web App (PWA), which means you can install it directly on your mobile device for a native app-like experience. Follow the instructions below for your device type.
📱 Android Installation
Chrome on Android
- Open MintCondition in Chrome and log in.
- Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner.
- Select "Install app" or "Add to Home Screen".
- Review the app details (app name, icon, and permissions).
- Tap "Install" to confirm.
- The MintCondition app icon will appear on your home screen.
Samsung Internet on Android
- Open MintCondition in Samsung Internet and log in.
- Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom-right.
- Select "Add to Home screen" or "Install app".
- Review the app details and tap "Add" or "Install".
- The app icon will be added to your home screen.
Firefox on Android
- Open MintCondition in Firefox and log in.
- Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner.
- Scroll down and select "Install".
- Confirm the installation.
- The app will appear on your home screen.
Microsoft Edge on Android
- Open MintCondition in Edge and log in.
- Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) at the bottom-right.
- Select "Apps" → "Install this site as an app".
- Confirm the installation.
- The app will be added to your home screen.
🍎 iPhone Installation
Safari on iPhone
iPhone Web Push requires the app to be installed to the Home Screen via Safari. Follow these steps:
- Open MintCondition in Safari and log in.
- Tap the Share button (box with an arrow) at the bottom of the screen.
- Scroll down and select "Add to Home Screen".
- Enter a name for the app (default is "MintCondition").
- Tap "Add" in the top-right corner.
- The MintCondition app icon will appear on your home screen.
Important for Push Notifications on iPhone
⚠️ Web Push notifications on iPhone only work when:
- The app is installed to your Home Screen (not just bookmarked in Safari).
- The app instance has notification permissions enabled.
- The browser tab is not actively open; notifications appear as system alerts.
If you don't add the app to your Home Screen, push notifications will not appear, but all other features will work normally through Safari.
Enabling Notifications (iPhone & Android)
After installing the app:
- Open the installed MintCondition app.
- Tap Account Settings (usually accessible from a menu or profile icon).
- Navigate to Notifications.
- Tap "Enable Notifications".
- When prompted by your device, tap "Allow" to grant notification permission.
- You'll now receive push notifications for task updates, reservations, invoices, and more.
✨ What to Expect After Installation
- App Icon: The app appears as an independent icon on your home screen.
- App Experience: The app launches in full-screen mode, similar to a native app.
- Notifications: You'll receive push notifications when enabled (see above for iPhone requirements).
- Offline Support: Basic offline functionality is available; the app will sync when your connection returns.
- Auto-Updates: The app updates automatically when you access it.
- Same Features: All MintCondition features work identically to the web version.
🔧 Troubleshooting
"Install app" option doesn't appear
- Ensure you're using a compatible browser (Chrome, Safari, Samsung Internet, Edge, or Firefox).
- Make sure you're logged in to MintCondition.
- Try closing and reopening the browser.
- On iPhone, use Safari specifically (other browsers won't show the Home Screen install option).
Push notifications aren't working
On Android:
- Verify notifications are enabled in your browser settings.
- Go to Account Settings → Notifications and click "Enable Notifications".
- Allow notification permissions when prompted.
On iPhone:
- Ensure the app is installed to your Home Screen (not just bookmarked).
- Go to Settings → Apps → MintCondition and enable notifications.
- Open the MintCondition app and go to Account Settings → Notifications and enable notifications there as well.
The app doesn't update
- Close and reopen the installed app.
- Clear your browser cache if using Safari.
- Reinstall the app if issues persist.
I can't install the app
- Verify you have an internet connection.
- Update your browser to the latest version.
- Try a different browser if available.
- Contact support if the issue continues.
📚 Additional Resources
- For Web Push deployment details, see Web Push / PWA Deployment Checklist.
- For account and notification settings, see Getting Started.