Pusher Beams

API

Cross-platform push notifications API for Android and iOS

Overview

Pusher Beams offers RESTful APIs to send targeted push notifications to Android and iOS devices. Key endpoints include /publish (send to devices/interests) and /devices (manage registered devices). Responses are JSON-formatted. It supports interest-based targeting, personalized alerts, and delivery tracking. Use cases: transactional notifications (order confirmations), real-time updates (chat alerts), and marketing campaigns. Integrates with backend systems via SDKs or direct API calls, simplifying cross-platform notification management for developers.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://pusher.com/beams')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON response format
Cross-platform (Android/iOS)
Interest-based targeting
Device management endpoints

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Pusher Beams free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier with limited monthly notifications; paid plans unlock higher volumes and advanced features like analytics.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need an API key and secret to authenticate requests to the Pusher Beams API.

? What is the response format?

All API responses are in JSON format, including success confirmations and detailed error messages.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Development

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy integration with mobile SDKs
⊕ Scalable for high-volume notifications
⊕ Real-time delivery tracking
⊕ Personalized notification support

Cons

⊖ Paid tiers required for high volume
⊖ Limited UI customization via API
⊖ Requires device registration setup