# ResearchGate app for iOS

The ResearchGate app for iOS is a convenient way to access scientific knowledge from anywhere.

### **Where can I download the app for iOS?** <a href="#researchgateappforios-wherecanidownloadtheappforios" id="researchgateappforios-wherecanidownloadtheappforios"></a>

If you are using an iOS device, you can download the app from the App Store by clicking on the button below or following these steps:

1. Go to the **App Store** from your iOS device
2. Search for ResearchGate
3. Click **Get** next to the ResearchGate logo and explanation
4. Once the app is installed, click **Open**
5. Log in using your account's email address and password.

### **What is the app useful for?** <a href="#researchgateappforios-whatistheappusefulfor" id="researchgateappforios-whatistheappusefulfor"></a>

The app is a great way for you to keep up with the latest work in your field and from your network, and connect with your peers – from anywhere. Here's some of what you can use it for:

**Discover new research in your field**

* Browse the latest publications, preprints, and other research, and decide what you want to read later.

**Stay up to date with your latest stats**

* Keep track of who is citing, reading, and recommending your work with real-time stats.

**Connect with people in your field and send them messages**

* Connect with your colleagues and other researchers in your field and message them directly.

**Get instant notifications**

* Stay on top of what’s happening in your field with push notifications sent directly to your mobile.

### **What can't I do with the app that I can do with the web version?** <a href="#researchgateappforios-whatcantidowiththeappthaticandowiththewebversion" id="researchgateappforios-whatcantidowiththeappthaticandowiththewebversion"></a>

We designed the app to be useful for researchers while they are on the go. Because of this, we've provided some of the core functionalities that we think are most useful. You'll notice that some of the things you can do on the web version of ResearchGate aren't available via the app.

Here is a list of some of the things you can't currently do on the app:

* Add publications to your profile
* Edit your profile

We're constantly reviewing the features we provide and consulting with our members on what functionalities are most useful for them. If you have some feedback on the app or some ideas about functionalities you would like included, please [**contact us**](https://www.researchgate.net/contact) – we'd love to hear your feedback!


---

# Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation

If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter:

```
GET https://help.researchgate.net/mobile-apps/researchgate-app-for-ios.md?ask=<question>
```

The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.