Get PlanBB on
Any Device

Download the native app for Mac, or install as a PWA on Windows, iOS, and Android.

Mac

Native desktop app for macOS

Download for Mac

macOS 10.15 or later

Windows

Install via Chrome PWA

View Instructions

Chrome browser required

iOS

Add to Home Screen via Safari

View Instructions

iPhone or iPad

Android

Install via Chrome PWA

View Instructions

Chrome browser required

Windows / Chrome

Install PlanBB on Windows

Use Chrome to install PlanBB as a desktop app in just a few clicks.

1

Open PlanBB in Chrome

Launch Google Chrome and navigate to the PlanBB web app.

https://a.planbb.cc
2

Click the Install Icon

Look for the install icon in the address bar (right side), or click the three-dot menu.

Look for the download/install icon in the address bar
3

Confirm Installation

A popup will appear asking if you want to install PlanBB. Click the install button.

Install

Done! PlanBB is Ready

PlanBB is now installed on your computer. Find it in your Start menu or desktop, and enjoy the full app experience.

iOS / Safari

Install PlanBB on iPhone & iPad

Add PlanBB to your Home Screen using Safari for quick access.

1

Open PlanBB in Safari

Launch Safari (not Chrome) and go to the PlanBB web app.

Safari is required for iOS PWA installation
2

Tap the Share Button

Tap the Share icon at the bottom of the screen (square with an arrow pointing up).

Share button is at the bottom of Safari
3

Find 'Add to Home Screen'

Scroll down in the share menu and tap 'Add to Home Screen'.

Add to Home Screen
4

Confirm the Name

You can customize the app name or keep the default. Tap 'Add' to confirm.

Add

Done! Check Your Home Screen

PlanBB is now on your Home Screen. Tap the icon anytime to open it like a native app.

Android / Chrome

Install PlanBB on Android

Use Chrome to install PlanBB as an app on your Android device.

1

Open PlanBB in Chrome

Launch Chrome on your Android device and go to the PlanBB web app.

Chrome is required for Android PWA
2

Open the Menu

Tap the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of Chrome.

Three dots menu (⋮) in top right
3

Tap 'Install App' or 'Add to Home Screen'

Look for 'Install app' or 'Add to Home screen' in the menu options.

Install app / Add to Home screen
4

Confirm Installation

A prompt will appear. Tap 'Install' to add PlanBB to your device.

Install

Done! Find PlanBB in Your Apps

PlanBB is now installed. Find it on your home screen or in your app drawer.

Prefer to Use the Web?

No installation needed. Open PlanBB directly in your browser and start planning right away.

Open Web App