After registering a PWA as a URL handler, when a user clicks on a hyperlink that matches one of the registered URL patterns, the registered PWA will open.

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PWA as URL Handlers is part of the capabilities project and is currently in development. Let installed PWA handle URLs for a more integrated experience. The feature is limited to desktop operating systems like Windows, macOS, and Linux. The origin trial is expected to end in Chromium 97 (January 26, 2022)

PWAs as URL Handlers

<p>URL handlers are great for opening similar links on the installed PWA rather than in a new browser tab.</p>
