Install and log in

Follow these steps to install and start using the OpenProject Mobile app.

1) Check the requirements

Before downloading the app, ensure your setup meets these prerequisites:

  • An active OpenProject account: Either an OpenProject Cloud workspace or an OpenProject on-premises installation with API access enabled.
  • HTTPS with a signed certificate (required): Your instance must use https (not http) with a signed certificate to log in.
  • Minimum OpenProject version: 17.0.0
  • Minimum system requirements
    • iOS: 15 or later
    • Android: 12 or later
  • Built-in OAuth applications enabled: Make sure built-in OAuth applications are enabled in your administration settings:{BASE_URL}/admin/oauth/applications. This is required for successful login from the mobile app.

OAuth setting on the desktop core app to enable the app authentication flow

Note

If you have an earlier OpenProject version, an administrator may need to enable the Built in OAuth applications flag under {BASE_URL}/admin/settings/experimental.

2) Download the app

The OpenProject Mobile app is available for both major platforms:

You can also search for “OpenProject” in your device’s app store.

3) Open the app

After installation:

  1. Open the app on your device.
  2. Review the short onboarding introduction.
  3. Proceed to the login screen to connect to your OpenProject instance.

Onboarding page on the OpenProject mobile app

4) Choose your instance

Enter the complete base URL of your OpenProject instance, for example: https://yourcompany.openproject.com

Login page on the OpenProject mobile app

5) Log in with your credentials

  1. After your instance is confirmed, log in using your OpenProject username and password in the browser modal that opens.

Browser pop-up that opens to enter your login credentials

  1. When prompted, allow access so the app can connect securely to your workspace via the OpenProject API v3.

Browser pop-up to authenticate the app to the core API

6) Start exploring

Once you’re logged in, you can start using key mobile workflows, including:

  • View and edit work packages
  • Comment and reply to discussions
  • Organise your work in your own home dashboard
  • Check all your work projects and spaces
  • Create and track meetings quickly
  • Log time and run focus timers