> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ep.mburger.cloud/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ep.mburger.cloud/android-docs/messages/prerequisites-for-push-notifications.md).

# Prerequisites for Push Notifications

MBurger Engagement platform uses **FCM** (Firebase Cloud Messaging) so send push notifications. If you wish to add this feature to your app you should before follow these steps regarding FCM configuration: 

* Create a Firebase project by visiting [this page](https://console.firebase.google.com/) and clicking on "Add Project"
* Inside the project create your Android app by clicking "Add App" and follow the instructions, resulting in downloading a .json configuration file to move in your app folder.
* Go to the project settings clicking on the gear on the left-top part of the page:

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* On the Settings page click on "Cloud Messaging" and copy the "Server Key" you see right below the tab

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* Paste the token on MBurger Engagement Platform Settings FCM box and click "Update"

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* Done!