HonestPDF introduces Android app support in this update, including a Google Play Store badge on the homepage, a sticky mobile install banner for Android users, and deep linking metadata in the global layout.
TL;DR
Android users visiting HonestPDF now see a sticky banner prompting them to install the app, and the homepage hero section includes a Google Play Store badge. Android app linking metadata has been added to the global layout so browsers and the Android OS can surface the native app automatically.
What's New
- Android install banner: A sticky mobile banner now appears for Android users, with a direct link to the app on Google Play. The banner is dismissed gracefully and does not interrupt the core web experience.
- Google Play badge on homepage: The hero section now includes an official Google Play Store download badge, making the Android app discoverable from the first screen.
- Android app linking metadata: The global layout now includes the necessary meta tags and link attributes for Android App Links. This allows the OS and Chrome to associate the HonestPDF domain with the native app.
- Branding update: Company name updated from LaserRevolver to Sourcecode Solutions across affected translation strings.
How to Use
No action needed for existing users. Android users visiting https://www.gethonestpdf.com/ will see the install banner automatically. The Google Play badge is visible in the homepage hero section on all devices.
FAQ
Does the Android app replace the web tool?
No. The web tool continues to run fully in the browser with no file uploads. The Android app is an additional way to access HonestPDF with a more native mobile experience.
What is Android app linking metadata and why does it matter?
Android App Links use meta tags and verified domain associations to let the OS and Chrome browser know a native app is available for a given URL. This enables features like the in-browser app install prompt without requiring users to search the Play Store manually.
Will non-Android users see the install banner?
No. The banner is shown only to Android users and does not appear on iOS, desktop, or other platforms.
What changed with the company branding?
The studio name was updated from LaserRevolver to Sourcecode Solutions in the relevant translation files. This completes the branding alignment started in a previous release.