A web app manifest is the JSON file that tells browsers how your progressive web app should behave when installed — its name, icons, colours and display mode. This free manifest generator builds a valid manifest.json from a simple form, so you do not have to memorise the spec. Everything runs in your browser.
Generated manifest.json
How to Use
- Enter your app name and an optional short name for the home screen.
- Set the start URL and display mode.
- Pick theme and background colours.
- Copy the JSON and save it as manifest.json, then link it from your HTML.
Key Features
- Always produces valid JSON via built-in serialisation.
- Visual colour pickers for theme colours.
- Live preview updates as you type.
- One-click copy button.
FAQs
What is a web app manifest?
It is a JSON file that describes a progressive web app to the browser — its name, start URL, display mode and colours — enabling installation on devices.
How do I use the generated file?
Save it as manifest.json and reference it from your pages with a link tag pointing to the file.
Do I need icons too?
Browsers expect icon files for installation. Generate those separately and add an icons array to the manifest.