Progressive Web App Development
Sri Lanka - Mobile First
Professional PWA development for app-like mobile experiences. Installable, offline-capable, push notifications. Works like native apps! From LKR 120,000!
Why Progressive Web Apps?
Installable
Add to home screen, no app store needed
Works Offline
Browse products, content without internet
App-Like UX
Full screen, smooth, feels native
Push Notifications
Engage users like mobile apps
PWA Packages
PWA Basic
- 15 Pages/Screens
- Installable
- Basic Offline Mode
- Push Notifications
- Mobile-First Design
- Lighthouse 90+
- 1 Year Hosting
PWA Professional
- 30 Screens
- Custom Install UI
- Full Offline Mode
- Background Sync
- Segmented Notifications
- Payment Integration
- Lighthouse 95+
- LIFETIME Hosting
PWA Premium
- Unlimited Screens
- Native App Features
- Periodic Background Sync
- Rich Notifications
- Advanced Offline
- Biometric Auth
- 12 Months Support
FAQ
What is a Progressive Web App (PWA)?
Progressive Web Apps are the future of mobile-first experiences, combining the best of websites and native mobile apps. What makes PWAs revolutionary for Sri Lankan businesses? PWAs are websites that work like native mobile apps - users visit your website, click 'Add to Home Screen', and your website installs on their phone like a real app (without App Store or Play Store!). Key PWA capabilities: Installable - one-click install from browser to home screen (no app store needed, no downloads from Play Store!), works offline - users can browse products, read content, even submit forms without internet (crucial for Sri Lanka's inconsistent mobile connectivity!), push notifications - send updates directly to user's phone (like native apps, increase engagement by 300%!), app-like interface - full screen, no browser UI, smooth animations (feels professional like Uber or Instagram), lightning-fast loading - pre-caches resources, instant page loads even on slow 3G networks, automatic updates - no user action needed, always latest version (unlike native apps requiring updates), works on ALL devices - Android, iOS, tablets, desktops (one PWA for everything!), searchable on Google - unlike app store apps (get organic traffic + app benefits). Why PWAs are perfect for Sri Lanka: 85% of Sri Lankans access internet via mobile (PWAs are mobile-first!), expensive mobile data (PWAs use 90% less data than native apps!), limited phone storage (PWAs take <1MB vs 50-200MB for native apps), inconsistent connectivity (offline capability is game-changer!), users avoid app downloads (PWAs install instantly, no friction!), cross-platform - one PWA works on Samsung, iPhone, Huawei, everything. Real Business Impact: Our client's e-commerce PWA vs their old website: 312% increase in mobile conversions, 68% reduction in bounce rate, 4.3x more time on site, 89% of mobile users installed PWA to home screen, 45% of purchases came from offline-browsing users (added to cart offline, purchased when online!), push notification open rate 23% (vs 2% email open rate!). Leading Companies Using PWAs: Twitter (Twitter Lite PWA uses 70% less data), Starbucks (doubled web orders with PWA), Uber (PWA loads in 3 seconds on 2G networks), Pinterest (60% increase in engagement from PWA), Flipkart India (70% increase in conversions), Trivago (150% increase in engagement). Our PWA Expertise: Building PWAs since 2019 (5+ years experience), delivered 100+ PWA projects, Service Worker experts (enable offline functionality), Web App Manifest specialists, push notification integration (OneSignal, Firebase), caching strategies for performance, indexedDB for offline data storage, background sync (queues actions when offline, syncs when online!), installability optimization (maximum home screen installs), testing on all devices (Android, iOS, tablets), performance optimization (load <1 second on 3G!). From LKR 120,000 for Progressive Web Apps!
PWA vs Native Mobile Apps vs Regular Websites?
Understanding the three approaches helps you make the best decision for your business and budget. Progressive Web Apps (PWAs): Development cost: LKR 120,000 - 250,000 (one codebase for all platforms!), distribution: direct URL sharing, Google search, SEO (no app store approval!), installation: instant from browser (one tap, <1MB), updates: automatic and instant (no user action needed), offline capability: YES (full offline browsing, forms, caching), push notifications: YES (Android fully, iOS limited), device features: camera, GPS, storage, sensors (most features available), performance: near-native (optimized with caching), user experience: app-like (full screen, smooth), reach: anyone with browser (billions of users instantly), maintenance: single codebase (web technologies - HTML, CSS, JavaScript), monetization: all web payment options, ads, subscriptions, perfect for: e-commerce, news/media, booking systems, business apps, service platforms. Native Mobile Apps (iOS + Android): Development cost: LKR 400,000 - 2,000,000+ (separate iOS and Android apps!), distribution: App Store and Play Store only (approval required, can take weeks!), installation: large downloads (50-200MB, users hesitate), updates: user must manually update (many users on old versions), offline capability: YES (developer must implement), push notifications: YES (full support both platforms), device features: FULL access to all hardware, performance: best possible (native code), user experience: best platform-specific UX, reach: only users who download from store (high friction!), maintenance: two separate codebases (Swift for iOS, Kotlin for Android - expensive!), monetization: app store fees (Apple takes 30%, Google 15-30%!), perfect for: gaming, complex apps requiring full device access, apps with significant funding, enterprise apps. Regular Websites (Responsive): Development cost: LKR 60,000 - 180,000 (standard web development), distribution: URL sharing, Google SEO, updates: instant (just update server), offline capability: NO (requires internet always), push notifications: NO (browser notifications only, limited), device features: limited (basic camera, GPS via browser), performance: depends on connection speed, user experience: browser UI visible, limited app feel, reach: anyone with browser and internet, maintenance: single codebase (web technologies), monetization: all web options, perfect for: informational sites, blogs, simple business sites, portfolios. Comparison Matrix for Sri Lankan Business: Cost comparison: Native apps LKR 1M+, PWA LKR 150K, Website LKR 80K. Time to market: Native apps 4-6 months, PWA 6-10 weeks, Website 4-6 weeks. Maintenance cost/year: Native apps LKR 300K+, PWA LKR 100K, Website LKR 60K. Offline support: Native YES, PWA YES, Website NO. App store presence: Native YES (but 30% fee!), PWA NO (but Google search!), Website NO. Installation friction: Native HIGH (large download, approval needed), PWA NONE (one tap!), Website N/A. Push notifications: Native FULL, PWA YES (Android full, iOS improving), Website LIMITED. When to Choose PWA: E-commerce (offline browsing, push notifications for sales, instant install, works everywhere), news/media sites (offline reading, breaking news push notifications, instant loading), booking systems (offline browsing, availability checking, push notifications for confirmations), business directories (offline business info, map integration, search while offline), food delivery (offline menu browsing, push for order updates), service platforms (plumbers, electricians, tutors - offline service catalogs). When to Choose Native App: Gaming (requires full device performance), complex AR/VR applications, apps requiring advanced device features, backed by significant budget (LKR 1M+), app store presence critical for your brand. When to Choose Regular Website: Simple informational needs, limited budget (under LKR 80,000), no need for app features, content-focused (blog, portfolio), quick launch needed (2-4 weeks). Our Recommendation for Most Sri Lankan Businesses: Start with PWA - get 90% of native app benefits at 20% of the cost, instant distribution via Google (SEO + app features!), works on all devices (Android, iOS, desktop), easy to upgrade to native later if needed (reuse PWA codebase!). From LKR 120,000!
PWA features and technical capabilities?
Progressive Web Apps pack powerful features using modern web technologies. Core PWA Features: Service Workers (the magic behind PWAs) - JavaScript that runs in background (independent of web page), intercepts network requests (enables caching and offline functionality), background sync (queue actions when offline, process when online - e.g., user submits order offline, processes automatically when connection returns!), push notifications in background, periodic background sync (update data automatically). Web App Manifest - makes PWA installable to home screen, defines app name, icons, theme colors, splash screen, display mode (full screen, standalone, minimal UI), orientation preferences (portrait/landscape), defines what URLs are in-app vs open in browser. Offline Functionality - full page caching (browse entire site offline!), offline fallback pages (custom 'no internet' page with cached content), IndexedDB storage (store user data locally - cart items, form inputs, user preferences), background data sync (automatically sync when connection restored), queue API requests (submit when online). Push Notifications - engage users like native apps (send promotions, updates, alerts), segmented notifications (send relevant messages to user groups), rich notifications (images, action buttons, vibration), delivery and open rate tracking, works when browser is closed (user doesn't need to be on site!), OneSignal or Firebase integration, notification preferences (users control what they receive). Installability - 'Add to Home Screen' prompt (automated or custom trigger), installation tracking (know how many users install), custom install UI (branded installation experience), app icon on home screen (your brand visible daily!), splash screen while loading (professional loading screen), standalone mode (no browser UI visible - looks like native app). Performance Features - intelligent caching strategies (cache-first, network-first, stale-while-revalidate), lazy loading (load images/content as needed, not all at once), code splitting (load only required JavaScript per page), image optimization (WebP, AVIF formats, responsive sizing), prefetching (preload likely next pages), compression (Gzip, Brotli for smaller file sizes). Device Capabilities PWAs Can Access: Camera and photo upload, GPS location services, device orientation and motion sensors, file system access (limited), clipboard (copy/paste), vibration, battery status, network status detection, payment APIs (Google Pay, Apple Pay), Web Bluetooth (IoT devices), Web USB (hardware devices), media devices (microphone). Advanced PWA Features We Implement: Background Sync - user adds product to cart offline, order submits automatically when online (no manual retry!), form submissions queue when offline, data synchronization when connected, retry failed requests automatically. Periodic Background Sync - update news articles every 6 hours (even if user hasn't opened PWA!), refresh product inventory automatically, sync user data periodically, update cached content for offline access. Share Target API - PWA appears in native share menu (share photos, links TO your PWA from other apps!), great for social PWAs, content collection apps. App Shortcuts - right-click app icon shows quick actions (like native apps - 'New Order', 'Track Delivery', 'Browse Products'), improves user engagement and convenience. Badging API - show notification count on app icon (like WhatsApp's unread count!), indicates new messages, orders, updates. Screen Wake Lock - prevents screen from sleeping during important tasks (video recording, food delivery tracking, workout timer). Real Sri Lankan Use Cases: E-commerce PWA - offline product browsing (catalog cached locally), add to cart offline (syncs when online), push notifications for sales (60% open rate!), installable for regular shoppers (easier return visits), works on slow 3G in rural areas. News/Media PWA - offline article reading (download today's news for commute!), breaking news push notifications, install for quick access, save data usage (cached articles), works during internet outages. Food Delivery PWA - browse menus offline (all restaurants cached), offline cart building, push notifications for order status, GPS tracking for delivery, works in areas with poor connectivity. Booking System PWA - check availability offline (cached schedule), submit booking when online, reminder push notifications, installable for returning customers, calendar integration. Technology Stack: Next.js 15 with PWA support (next-pwa package), Workbox for Service Worker (Google's PWA toolkit), IndexedDB for offline storage, OneSignal or Firebase for push notifications, TypeScript for reliability, Tailwind CSS for responsive design, deployment to Vercel or custom server with HTTPS (required for PWAs). From LKR 120,000 for Progressive Web Apps!
PWA development timeline and process?
Professional PWA development from planning to app store alternative. Timeline: 7-12 weeks for most PWAs. Week 1-2 Discovery and Strategy: define business goals and user needs, identify key user journeys for mobile, determine offline functionality requirements (what works offline?), plan caching strategy (what content to cache, when to update), push notification strategy (what to send, when, to whom), device features needed (camera, GPS, payments), competitor PWA analysis, create user personas and flows, technical requirements documentation. Week 2-3 UX/UI Design: mobile-first wireframes (PWAs are primarily mobile!), app-like UI design (no browser chrome, full screen experience), home screen icon design (multiple sizes - 72px to 512px), splash screen design (shown while PWA loads), install prompt design (encourage users to install!), offline page design (custom 'no internet' experience), push notification designs (images, text, actions), responsive layouts (mobile, tablet, desktop), interactive prototypes, user testing for mobile gestures. Week 3-7 PWA Development: Next.js/React setup with PWA configuration, build React components (mobile-optimized!), implement Service Worker (caching logic, offline functionality), configure Web App Manifest (installability), offline functionality implementation (IndexedDB, background sync), push notification system (server + client), install prompt implementation (detect installability, show custom UI), caching strategies per content type (pages cache-first, API network-first), API integration and backend, payment gateway integration if needed, admin panel if needed. Week 7-9 Testing and Optimization: PWA audit with Lighthouse (Google's PWA testing tool - must score 90+!), install testing (home screen installation on Android, iOS, desktop), offline functionality testing (airplane mode, disconnect scenarios), push notification testing (delivery, open rates, click actions), performance testing (must load <3 seconds on 3G!), cross-device testing (Samsung, iPhone, Huawei, tablets), cross-browser testing (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge), caching verification (correct strategies applied), background sync testing (queue and process actions), accessibility testing (mobile screen readers). Week 9-11 Content, SEO, and Launch Prep: add production content optimized for mobile, image optimization (WebP, responsive sizes), SEO optimization (PWAs are websites - rank on Google!), set up push notification segments, create notification templates, Google Analytics 4 with PWA events, conversion tracking setup, app manifest optimization (descriptions, categories), generate all icon sizes (favicon, app icons, splash screens), documentation and training. Week 11-12 Launch and Monitoring: staging deployment for final testing, production deployment with HTTPS (required for PWAs!), submit sitemap to Google Search Console, monitor installation rates (how many users install to home screen), track push notification performance (delivery, open, click rates), performance monitoring (Core Web Vitals, load times), error tracking (Sentry, LogRocket), gather user feedback, optimize based on real usage data, fix issues immediately. Post-Launch Optimization: Monitor install prompt acceptance rate (optimize messaging to increase!), A/B test install prompts (timing, design, copy), optimize push notification sending times (test open rates), expand offline functionality based on usage patterns, performance improvements based on real data, update cached content strategy, add new features based on feedback. PWA Audit Checklist (Google Lighthouse): Must meet these criteria to be a valid PWA - HTTPS (security required for Service Workers), responsive design (works on all screen sizes), fast loading (<3 seconds on 3G), Service Worker registered (enables offline), Web App Manifest (enables install), install prompt criteria met (user engagement thresholds), works offline or shows offline page, metadata for home screen (name, icons, theme), address bar matches brand colors, splash screen configured, page transitions are smooth, content sized correctly for viewport, interactive elements are touch-friendly (48x48px minimum), no console errors, accessible (WCAG 2.1 AA compliance). Our Development Approach: Mobile-first always (design for mobile, enhance for desktop), progressive enhancement (works on all browsers, enhanced on modern ones), performance obsessed (every millisecond matters on mobile!), offline-first thinking (assume poor connectivity), test on real devices (not just browser DevTools!), real 3G testing (simulate Sri Lankan mobile networks), accessibility built-in (keyboard, screen readers, high contrast), security hardened (HTTPS, CSP headers, secure storage). From LKR 120,000!
PWA development pricing and support?
Transparent Progressive Web App development pricing for Sri Lankan businesses. PWA Basic - LKR 120,000: Simple PWA (up to 15 pages/screens), installable to home screen, basic offline functionality (cached pages), offline fallback page, responsive mobile-first design, Service Worker implementation, Web App Manifest configured, app icons all sizes (72px to 512px), splash screen, basic push notifications (broadcast to all users), Google Analytics for PWA, SSL certificate (HTTPS required), Lighthouse PWA score 90+, 1 year hosting, 3 months support. Perfect for: business catalogs, news/blog sites, restaurant menus, portfolio sites, small e-commerce (offline browsing), directory/listings. PWA Professional - LKR 180,000 (Recommended!): Medium PWA (up to 30 screens), advanced installability (custom install prompt UI), comprehensive offline functionality (browse, form submissions queue, background sync), IndexedDB for offline data storage, segmented push notifications (target user groups!), notification preferences panel, background sync (offline actions process automatically when online), device features (camera, GPS, file upload), payment integration (PayHere, works offline and syncs!), user authentication, API integrations, admin dashboard, caching strategies optimized per content type, image optimization (WebP, lazy loading), app shortcuts (quick actions from icon), Lighthouse PWA score 95+, Core Web Vitals optimized, comprehensive testing all devices, LIFETIME hosting, 6 months priority support, push notification management training, analytics dashboard (installs, engagement, notifications). Perfect for: e-commerce with offline browsing, food delivery platforms, booking systems, service marketplaces, news and media sites, membership platforms, learning management systems. PWA Premium - LKR 280,000+: Complex PWA (unlimited screens), native app-like features, advanced background sync and periodic sync (auto-refresh content!), rich push notifications (images, actions, deep links), advanced offline capabilities (full app usable offline!), Share Target API (share TO your PWA from other apps), Badging API (notification counts on icon), Web Payments API (Google Pay, Apple Pay), biometric authentication (fingerprint, Face ID), advanced device APIs (Bluetooth, USB, NFC), real-time features (WebSockets, live updates), complex state management (Redux), progressive loading (app shell architecture), advanced caching (network strategies per resource), performance budget enforcement (<1s load on 3G!), automated testing suite, security hardening (CSP, CORS, XSS protection), multi-language support, A/B testing framework, advanced analytics (conversion funnels, user flows), notification automation (triggered by user actions), 12 months priority support, monthly performance reports, dedicated account manager, quarterly feature additions. Perfect for: large e-commerce platforms, social platforms, fintech/banking apps, healthcare patient portals, complex booking systems (hotels, flights), SaaS applications, on-demand service apps (ride-sharing, delivery). Add-on Services: Push notification management - LKR 25,000/month (segment creation, notification campaigns, A/B testing, analytics), native mobile app wrapper (publish to app stores using same PWA code) - LKR 80,000, advanced analytics setup - LKR 30,000, payment gateway integration - LKR 40,000, real-time features (chat, notifications) - LKR 60,000, monthly maintenance - LKR 25,000/month (includes hosting, monitoring, push notification campaigns, content updates, performance optimization, security updates), App Store listing (iOS) using PWA - LKR 100,000 (one-time, annual renewal LKR 40,000), Play Store listing (Android) using Trusted Web Activity - LKR 60,000. Technology Stack Included: Next.js 15 with next-pwa, React 19 for UI, Workbox (Google's Service Worker library), OneSignal or Firebase Cloud Messaging (push notifications), IndexedDB or Dexie.js (offline storage), TypeScript (type safety), Tailwind CSS (responsive design), Node.js backend API, PostgreSQL or MongoDB, Vercel or custom deployment. Performance Guarantees: Lighthouse PWA score 90+ guaranteed (Professional: 95+), loads in <3 seconds on 3G (Professional: <2 seconds), Core Web Vitals passing (Google ranking factors), installability criteria met (shows install prompt), works offline (at minimum cached pages + offline fallback). Payment Terms: 40% project start, 40% at development midpoint (when you can test PWA installation!), 20% before launch, flexible for established businesses. Support Included: Bug fixes (3-6 months depending on tier), push notification delivery support, installation troubleshooting, performance monitoring, Service Worker updates, security patches, hosting management, SSL renewals, analytics access and insights. Real Client Results: E-commerce client PWA: 312% increase in mobile conversions (app-like experience!), 89% of users installed to home screen (easy return visits!), 45% of orders from users who browsed offline first, push notification open rate 23% (vs 2% email), average order value up 67% (PWA users more engaged), bounce rate decreased 68%. News site client PWA: 520% increase in pages per session (offline reading!), average session duration up 12 minutes, 78% install rate among daily readers, push notification click rate 31% for breaking news, ad revenue up 89% (more page views, more ads). Why Invest in PWA: Reach mobile users better (85% of Sri Lankans on mobile!), app-like experience without app store (no Apple/Google fees!), work offline (competitive advantage in Sri Lanka!), push notifications (re-engage users effectively), SEO benefits (PWAs rank on Google unlike native apps!), lower development cost than native (1/5th the price!), faster time to market (8 weeks vs 6 months for native), easier updates (instant, automatic), cross-platform (one PWA for Android, iOS, desktop), future-proof (web technologies always evolving). Free PWA Consultation: Evaluate if PWA is right for your business, competitor PWA analysis, offline functionality planning, push notification strategy, installation rate projections, detailed quote, no obligation! Call +94 76 688 1010 or WhatsApp. From LKR 120,000 for Progressive Web Apps!
Build App-Like Mobile Experiences
Professional PWA development from LKR 120,000. Installable, offline mode, push notifications. No app store needed!