How do I install Bausicht as an app on my smartphone?
Step-by-step guide to installing the Bausicht web app (app.bausicht.com) as an app on your iPhone or Android device.
Quick answer
Bausicht is a Progressive Web App (PWA). You can install app.bausicht.com directly from your browser as an app on your smartphone’s home screen – no app store required. Simply open the page in your browser and use the “Add to Home Screen” function (iPhone) or “Add page to” > “Home screen” (Android).
Instructions - Android
Video guide
Step 1: Open your browser and go to app.bausicht.com
Open your browser (e.g. Chrome) and go to app.bausicht.com.
Step 2: Tap the menu icon (bottom right)
Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right of the browser.
Step 3: Select “Add page to” > “Home screen”
Select “Add page to” and then “Home screen”.
Step 4: Done!
The app now appears on your home screen.
Instructions - Apple / iOS
Video guide
Step 1: Open Safari and go to app.bausicht.com
Open Safari on your iPhone and go to app.bausicht.com.
On the iPhone, installation only works with Safari – not with Chrome or other browsers.
Step 2: Tap the share icon (bottom center)
Tap the share icon (the square with the upward arrow) in the bottom menu bar of Safari.
Step 3: Select “Add to Home Screen”
Select the “Add to Home Screen” option.
Step 4: Done!
The app now appears on your home screen.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an app store account?
No. Installation takes place directly in the browser – no App Store or Google Play Store required.
Does the app also work offline?
The app needs an internet connection to load current data. However, accessing it from the home screen makes launching faster.
Can I remove the app again?
Yes. On the iPhone, press and hold the app icon and select “Remove App”. On Android, press and hold the icon and drag it to “Uninstall”.
The “Add to Home Screen” option is missing in Safari?
Make sure you are using Safari and not another browser. Only Safari supports PWA installation on iOS.
Need further help?
If you need further assistance installing the Bausicht app, our support team is happy to help.