Install Shelf Asset Management on Your Phone or Desktop
Add Shelf's asset tracking app to your phone or desktop in seconds — no app store needed. Progressive web app for iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Shelf is an asset management platform for tracking equipment, custody, bookings, and QR-code-based operations. You can install it as a progressive web app (PWA) on any phone or desktop for quick access — no app store download required.
Not what you're looking for? Shelf Asset Management is a different product from similarly-named apps on iOS and Android. If you're searching for a social media shelf, a book/movie cataloguing app, or a Pinterest companion — those are separate products by other companies.
We're building a dedicated native app for iOS and Android — purpose-built for field operations like scanning, audits, and custody management. Join the beta waitlist →
The PWA works great for day-to-day asset management. For field-specific workflows like barcode scanning, offline audits, and bulk custody handoffs, the upcoming native app will be purpose-built.
Install on iOS (Safari)
- Open Safari and navigate to app.shelf.nu
- Tap the Share icon (square with an arrow) at the bottom of the screen
- Scroll down and tap Add to Home Screen
- Name the app and tap Add
Install on Android (Chrome)
- Open Chrome and go to app.shelf.nu
- Tap the three-dot menu in the top right
- Select Add to Home screen
- Tap Install
- Open the Shelf icon on your home screen
Note: The exact steps may vary slightly depending on your browser version and device settings.
Install on Desktop (macOS, Windows, Linux)
Most Chromium-based browsers (Chrome, Edge, Brave) support installing web apps:
- Open app.shelf.nu in your browser
- Look for the Install icon in the address bar (or open the browser menu → Install Shelf)
- Confirm the install
- Shelf opens in its own window and appears in your dock, taskbar, or application launcher
See also: Add Shelf to your Dock, Taskbar, or Homescreen for platform-specific details.
Supported Browsers
| Platform | Browsers |
|---|---|
| iOS | Safari, Chrome |
| Android | Chrome, Firefox, Samsung Internet, Edge |
| Desktop | Chrome, Edge, Brave, Arc (any Chromium-based browser) |
What the PWA Can Do
- Scan QR codes using your phone's camera
- Check assets in and out via custody workflows
- Browse and search your entire asset database
- Create and manage bookings
- View custody history, reminders, and activity logs
The PWA runs in your browser engine — it's the same Shelf you use on desktop, optimized for your screen size. No separate account, no sync issues, no app store updates to manage.
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