Web App Manifest File
General Information
| Title | WEBMANIFEST File Extension |
| Extension | .webmanifest |
| Full Form | Web App Manifest File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | W3C |
| MIME Type | application/manifest+json |
File Function
| Primary Function | Configure application |
| Additional Functions | Define metadata, Specify icons |
| Features | JSON format, Human-readable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Configurable |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Progressive Web App | Yes |
| Web Development | Yes |
| Mobile-Friendly Sites | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Phishing potential |
| Best Practices | Validate JSON, Use HTTPS |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2015 |
| Latest Version | Living Standard |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .json, .html, .js, .css |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Google Chrome |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS |
 Mozilla Firefox |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS |
 Safari |
Free | Mac, iOS |