Overview
ArrivHQ works as a native-like app on your phone, tablet, or computer -- no app store needed. Installing it gives you a dedicated icon on your home screen or dock, a full-screen experience without browser clutter, and instant push notifications when guests message you or complete checklists.
How it works
iPhone or iPad (Safari)
- Open Safari and go to arrivhq.com.
- Log in to your account.
- Tap the Share button (the square with an upward arrow) in Safari's toolbar.
- Scroll down and tap Add to Home Screen.
- The name "ArrivHQ" appears automatically. Tap Add.
- ArrivHQ now appears on your home screen as a standalone app.
When you open it from the home screen, it runs in full-screen mode -- no address bar, no Safari tabs. It looks and feels like a native app.
Android (Chrome)
- Open Chrome and go to arrivhq.com.
- Log in to your account.
- Chrome shows an install banner at the bottom, or you can tap the three-dot menu in the top right and select Install app or Add to Home screen.
- Tap Install.
- ArrivHQ appears in your app drawer and home screen.
Mac (Chrome, Edge, or Arc)
- Go to arrivhq.com and log in.
- Look for the install icon in the right side of the address bar -- it looks like a monitor with a down arrow.
- Click it and confirm Install.
- ArrivHQ opens in its own window and appears in your Dock and Launchpad.
Mac (Safari — macOS Sonoma or later)
- Go to arrivhq.com and log in.
- In the menu bar, click File > Add to Dock.
- ArrivHQ appears in your Dock as a standalone app.
Limits & requirements
- iPhone/iPad: Safari is required. Chrome and Firefox on iOS cannot install web apps (this is an Apple platform restriction).
- Push notifications on iOS: Require the app to be installed to your home screen first. Notifications do not work in Safari alone.
- All platforms: You must be logged in when you install. The app remembers your session -- you stay logged in.
- Updates: The app updates automatically. When we ship a new feature, you get it the next time you open ArrivHQ. No app store updates needed.
FAQ
Is this different from downloading an app from the App Store? ArrivHQ is a Progressive Web App (PWA). You install it directly from your browser instead of an app store. It works offline for the core interface, sends push notifications, and runs in full-screen mode -- just like a store app. The benefit is that you always have the latest version without waiting for app store reviews.
Do I need to install it to use ArrivHQ? No. ArrivHQ works fully in any web browser. Installing it gives you the dedicated app experience, home screen icon, and push notifications.
Can I install it on multiple devices? Yes. Install it on your phone, tablet, and computer. Your account and data sync across all devices.
How do I uninstall it? On iPhone, long-press the icon and tap Remove App. On Android, long-press and drag to Uninstall. On Mac, right-click the Dock icon and choose Remove from Dock, or delete it from Launchpad.