How to Install MTB-Tracker (No App Store Required)

MTB-Tracker.com is a Progressive Web App (PWA), which means it doesn't require a download from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Instead, you can "install" it by adding it directly to your home screen, where it functions just like a native app with its own icon and full-screen interface.

How to Install MTB-Tracker on iOS (iPhone/iPad)

iOS requires using the Safari browser for the initial installation.

1. Open Safari and navigate to MTB-Tracker.com.
2. Tap the Share button (the square with an up arrow) at the bottom of the screen.
3. Scroll down the share sheet and select "Add to Home Screen".
4. Confirm the name and tap "Add" in the top right corner.
5. The app icon will now appear on your home screen alongside your other apps.

How to Install MTB-Tracker on Android

Android users can install the app through Chrome, Edge, or most other mobile browsers.

1. Open Chrome (or your preferred browser) and go to MTB-Tracker.com.
2. Tap the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner.
3. Select "Install app" or "Add to Home screen" from the menu.
4. Tap "Install" or "Add" in the pop-up window.

On many modern Android devices, the browser may automatically show an "Add MTB-Tracker to Home screen" banner at the bottom of the page after you’ve browsed for a few seconds.

Top 3 Advantages of this "App-less" Install

Why choose a PWA over a traditional store app?

• Zero Storage Bloat: Unlike native apps that can take up hundreds of megabytes, MTB-Tracker uses minimal device storage because it primarily caches only the essential data.
• Instant Updates: Users never have to go to an App Store to "Update". Every time the app is opened, it automatically checks for and loads the latest features (like the new Weather Multiplier).
• Privacy & Speed: By bypassing the App Store, the app avoids third-party tracking and heavy "store bloat," leading to faster load times even on slow trail-side connections.