Installing the mobile app
Step-by-step guide to install Vexly as a Progressive Web App (PWA) on iOS and Android
Install Vexly on Your Phone
Vexly is a Progressive Web App (PWA), which means you can install it on your phone just like a native app - no App Store or Google Play required!
iOS Installation (Safari)
- Open Safari on your iPhone or iPad
- Navigate to vexly.app
- Tap the Share button (the square with an arrow pointing up)
- Scroll down and select "Add to Home Screen"
- Tap "Add" in the top right corner
- The Vexly app icon will appear on your home screen
- Important: Always open Vexly from the home screen icon, not from Safari
Android Installation (Chrome)
- Open Chrome on your Android device
- Navigate to vexly.app
- Tap the menu button (three dots in the top right)
- Select "Install app" or "Add to Home Screen"
- Confirm the installation
- The Vexly app will appear in your app drawer and home screen
Why install as a PWA?
- Faster access - Opens instantly from your home screen
- Offline support - Access your subscription data anytime
- Push notifications - Get reminded before subscriptions renew
- Native-like experience - Feels just like a regular app
- No app store required - Install directly from the web
Troubleshooting
Push notifications not working on iOS?
If push notifications keep saying "enabling" and spinning:
- Uninstall the PWA (long press icon > Remove App)
- Force quit Safari completely
- Wait a few minutes, then reinstall following the steps above
- Check Settings: disable Screen Time/Content Restrictions, Low Power Mode, iCloud Private Relay
- Use strong WiFi and clear Safari cache if needed