description

Limited availability

This feature is not Baseline because it does not work in some of the most widely-used browsers.

The description manifest member is used to explain the core features or functionality of your web application. This text helps users understand your app's purpose when viewing it in an app store.

Note: The description member is optional, and app stores may not use this text when presenting your app.

Syntax

json
"description": "Track your daily tasks and plan your projects efficiently."

Values

description

A string that describes your web app.

Description

The description member is supplementary metadata that does not affect the app's runtime behavior or how browsers present the app. Its value is used in app stores and other distribution platforms to help users understand what your app does. Additionally, it provides an accessible description of your installed app.

Examples

Adding a description for a meal planning web app

Simple description in left-to-right language:

json
{
  "name": "Meal Planner",
  "description": "Plan your weekly meals and automatically generate shopping lists. Track nutrition and discover recipes."
}

Specifications

Specification
Web App Manifest - Application Information
# description-member

Browser compatibility

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desktopmobile
Chrome
Edge
Firefox
Opera
Safari
Chrome Android
Firefox for Android
Opera Android
Safari on iOS
Samsung Internet
WebView Android
WebView on iOS
description

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Full support
Full support
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