Welcome to the documentation page for the Branch iOS SDK. This documentation will guide you through the process of integrating the Branch SDK into your iOS application. By following this guide, you will be able to leverage the powerful deep linking and attribution functionalities provided by Branch.
Table of Contents
- Getting Started
- Installing the Branch SDK
- Integrating Deep Links
- Tracking Events
- Customization
- Troubleshooting
Getting Started
Welcome to the Branch iOS SDK documentation. Before you begin integrating the Branch SDK into your iOS application, make sure you have a Branch account. If you don’t have one, head over to the Branch website to sign up.
Installing the Branch SDK
To install the Branch SDK, you have two integration options:
- Manual Integration: Follow the provided instructions in the Branch iOS SDK GitHub repository to manually integrate the Branch SDK into your Xcode project.
- CocoaPods Integration: Alternatively, you can integrate the Branch SDK using CocoaPods. Simply add the following line to your Podfile and run `pod install`:
pod 'Branch'
Integrating Deep Links
Deep linking allows users to navigate to specific content within your app, even if the app is not currently installed on their device. Follow the steps below to integrate deep links into your iOS application:
- Ensure that you have integrated the Branch SDK into your project by following the instructions provided above.
- To handle deep links in your app, open your AppDelegate.swift file and add the following code:
import Branch class AppDelegate: UIResponder, UIApplicationDelegate { func application(_ application: UIApplication, didFinishLaunchingWithOptions launchOptions: [UIApplication.LaunchOptionsKey: Any]?) -> Bool { Branch.getInstance().initSession(launchOptions: launchOptions) { params, error in // Handle deep link data here } return true } // Other app delegate methods... }
Tracking Events
Branch allows you to track various events within your app. This helps you measure the effectiveness of your marketing campaigns and understand how users interact with your app. Follow the steps below to track events using the Branch SDK:
- To track events, import the Branch framework:
import Branch
Then, you can register events by calling the following method:
Branch.getInstance().userCompletedAction("event_name")
Replace “event_name” with the name of the event you want to track. You can also attach additional event data using the BranchEvent class.
Customization
The Branch SDK offers several customization options to enhance the user experience and functionality of your app. Below are some of the key customization features:
- Custom link domains
- Deep link routing
- Universal links setup
- Deeplink open behavior
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues during the integration process or while using the Branch SDK, consult the official troubleshooting guide provided by Branch.
Congratulations! You have successfully integrated the Branch SDK into your iOS application. With deep linking and event tracking capabilities, you can now optimize user experiences and measure the impact of your marketing efforts. For more detailed information about the Branch SDK features and functionalities, refer to the official Branch iOS SDK GitHub repository.