Push Notifications in Mendix: Bringing Real-Time Experiences to Life
Imagine approving a request instantly, receiving alerts the moment something changes, or getting reminders even when your app is closed.
That’s the power of push notifications in Mendix enabling real-time communication across Web applications, Progressive Web Apps (PWA), and Native Mobile Apps.
In today’s fast-paced digital environment, users expect applications to respond instantly. Mendix push notifications bridge this gap by delivering timely, meaningful updates exactly when they matter most.
Why Push Notifications Matter in Mendix Applications
Push notifications are no longer a nice-to-have feature. They are essential for modern enterprise and customer-facing applications, enabling:
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Real-time approvals and alerts
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Workflow and process status updates
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Reminders and time-sensitive notifications
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Improved user engagement and faster response times
By integrating Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM), Mendix provides a secure, scalable, and industry-standard solution for delivering notifications across platforms.
How Mendix Handles Push Notifications
Mendix manages push notifications using the Push Notifications Connector combined with Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM).
Behind the scenes, Mendix takes care of the complete notification lifecycle, including:
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Device registration and identification
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Secure Firebase token management
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Platform-specific delivery (Web, PWA, Native Mobile)
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Centralized notification management through the Mendix Administration page
While the overall concept remains the same, the implementation varies depending on the application type.
Web Push Notifications in Mendix
Web push notifications in Mendix are permission-based. Users must explicitly allow notifications through the browser.
Once permission is granted:
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The device is registered with Firebase
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Notifications can be delivered even when the browser tab is closed
This makes web push notifications ideal for approvals, announcements, and important system alerts.
PWA Push Notifications in Mendix
Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) combine the flexibility of web applications with app-like capabilities.
PWA push notifications in Mendix:
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Use Firebase Cloud Messaging
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Require Firebase initialization and service worker configuration
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Work across supported browsers
Although PWAs have some limitations compared to native mobile apps, they still offer an effective way to keep users engaged without requiring full app installation.
Native Mobile Push Notifications in Mendix
Native Mobile Apps provide the most seamless push notification experience in Mendix.
Key advantages include:
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No manual registration button
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No browser permission flow
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Automatic device registration when the app starts
Mendix automatically handles Firebase device token generation and message delivery. Native mobile apps also support advanced features such as deep linking and notification click actions, making them ideal for rich mobile experiences.
Where Are the Technical Implementation Steps?
This blog focuses on explaining the concept and flow of push notifications in Mendix in a simple and easy-to-understand way.
Detailed technical documentation—including:
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Firebase setup
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Module dependencies
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Web, PWA, and Native configurations
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Testing steps and expected results
is provided as attached PDF guides along with this blog. These PDFs walk you through the complete implementation process step by step.
What’s Next?
Whether you are building an enterprise workflow application, a customer-facing platform, or a mobile-first Mendix solution, push notifications can significantly enhance user experience and real-time engagement.
Refer to the attached PDF guides to start implementing push notifications in your Mendix applications and enable real-time communication across all platforms.