Prerequisites
Access to Firebase Console
Project already set up in Firebase
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Access Firebase Console
Navigate to Firebase Console
Sign in with your credentials if necessary
2. Select Your Project
Choose your project from the Firebase Console dashboard
If you have multiple projects, ensure you select the correct one
3. Navigate to Cloud Messaging
Look for the "Engage" section in the left sidebar menu
Click on "Cloud Messaging"
4. Create New Notification
Click the "New Notification" button
You'll be taken to the notification creation wizard
5. Configure Notification Content
Enter a clear, concise notification title
Write your notification message/description
Click "Next" to proceed
6. Set Target Audience
Select the target application(s)
Available options include:
Customer App
Driver App
Partner App
You can select multiple apps if needed
Click "Next" when finished
7. Schedule Your Notification
Choose when to send your notification:
"Send now" for immediate delivery
Schedule for a specific date and time
Click "Next" to continue
8. Additional Options (Optional)
Review additional customization options
These steps can be skipped if not needed
Click "Next" to proceed to review
9. Review and Publish
Carefully verify all notification details:
Title and message
Target apps
Scheduling
Any custom settings
Click "Publish" to send the notification
Delivery Time
Users should receive the push notification within a few seconds after publishing. Monitor the Firebase Console for delivery statistics and any potential errors.
Best Practices
Keep notification titles short and engaging
Ensure message content is clear and valuable
Test notifications with a small audience first
Consider time zones when scheduling notifications
Monitor notification performance through Firebase Analytics