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## Overview

Stokkd is a Progressive Web App (PWA) — it works like a native app but installs directly from your browser, with no app store required. On Android phones and tablets, installing Stokkd to your home screen is **required** before you can log in.

## Prerequisites

- An Android phone or tablet
- The Chrome browser (recommended — other Chromium-based browsers also work)
- Active internet connection for the initial install
- Your Stokkd account credentials (provided by your company administrator)

## Installing to Your Home Screen

### Step 1: Open Stokkd in Chrome

1. On your Android device, open **Chrome**
2. Navigate to `https://stokkd.app`
3. You'll see an installation screen — the app must be installed before you can proceed

![image of Android device showing the install required page](https://fhwoiwukksaywmlerlge.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/support-files/articles/images/02a0ffe7/1793573931612-android-installation-required.jpg?width=1200&quality=80&resize=contain "android-installation-required")

### Step 2: Install the App

1\. Look for the **Install** button displayed in the instruction card on screen 2. Tap **Install**3. Confirm the installation when prompted 4. Edit the name if desired (default: "Stokkd") 5. Tap **Add** or **Install**6. The Stokkd icon appears on your home screen

> **Note:** Some Android devices may also show an install prompt in the browser address bar. If you don't see the install button in the instruction card, use Chrome's menu (⋮) → **Add to Home screen** or **Install app** instead.

### Step 3: Log In and Start Using

1. Find the Stokkd icon on your home screen

   ![stokkd icon](https://fhwoiwukksaywmlerlge.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/support-files/articles/images/e07ccd6b/1793574442639-icon-192x192.png?width=1200&quality=80&resize=contain "icon-192x192")
2. Tap to launch the app
3. Log in with your credentials
4. You're ready to use the app

The app opens in fullscreen mode without browser controls, giving you a native app experience.

> **Why is installation required?** Installing to your home screen ensures the best performance, reliability, and enables required functionality.

## Tips & Best Practices

- **Always launch from the home screen icon**, not the browser
- **Keep the app updated** — when prompted to update, reload for the latest fixes and features
- **Charge your device fully** before starting a stocktake

> **Having issues?** See the [Mobile App Troubleshooting](https://website-staging.stokkd.com/mobile-phone-app-troubleshooting) guide for installation problems.

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