This is a cool feature that PWA websites do not need to have separate mobile or desktop apps thus saving huge development / maintenance cost. It is intended to work on any platform that uses a standards-compliant browser, including both desktop and mobile devices. Below is the formal definition of PWA as per Wikipedia, which is self-explanatory:Ī progressive web application is a type of application software delivered through the web, built using common web technologies including HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Though Google does not offer YouTube desktop apps for Windows and Mac, the website is a Progressive Web Application (PWA). You can search and launch the app independently.Getting app notifications is much simpler and easier compared to website notifications.Browser history can create problem when you view private videos.You do not need to launch the browser every time for opening a video.However, there are multiple advantages in using app over a website. Ideally, you can get all the features in website and Google recommends to use Chrome browser for better user experience.

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