This article provides a guide to seamlessly connect your Moodle site to the mobile app. This practical guide aims to assist Moodle LMS administrators maintain their Moodle LMS installations on the go.

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✅ Seamlessly Connect Your Moodle Site to the Mobile App (Including iOS Setup & Admin Controls)

To seamlessly connect your Moodle site to the mobile app, follow the steps provided below:

Log in as Administrator
- Open your Moodle LMS in a web browser.
- Log in using an Administrator account.
Enable Mobile Services
1. Navigate to:
  Site administration > Mobile app > Mobile settings
2. Enable the setting: “Enable web services for mobile devices”
3. Optional but recommended settings:
  - Enable download course content
  - Allow offline access
  - Enable notifications
4. Click Save changes
Enable Mobile Web Services
1. Go to:
  Site administration > Server > Web services > External services
2. Look for “Moodle mobile web service”
3. Ensure it is enabled (the eye icon should be open)
4. If not listed, you can create a new service manually
Enable REST Protocol
1. Navigate to:
  Site administration > Server > Web services > Manage protocols
2. Make sure REST protocol is enabled (toggle switch on)
Create Token (Optional – For Custom Apps Only)

Skip this if you’re using the standard Moodle app
1. Go to:
  Site administration > Server > Web services > Manage tokens
2. Click Add
3. Select:
  - User (typically a teacher or admin)
  - Service (e.g., Moodle mobile web service)
4. Click Save changes
iOS App Installation (for Students/Users)

For Standard Moodle App:
1. Open the App Store on an iOS device
2. Search for “Moodle”
3. Download the official app:
4. Open the app and enter your Moodle site URL (e.g., https://yoursite.com/moodle)
5. Log in with your Moodle account credentials
Administer Mobile App Settings

Customize app behavior and appearance:

Navigation:
- Site administration > Mobile app > Mobile settings
You can configure:
- Custom app name
- Custom logo
- Main menu items
- Disabled features
- Course download options
- Force authentication methods
Enable Push Notifications (Optional)

To send notifications via iOS:
1. Go to:
  Site administration > Plugins > Message outputs > Mobile
2. Set your AirNotifier key (Get it from: https://messages.moodle.net)
3. Save changes
4. Ensure users allow notifications on their device
Test the Connection
- Use a mobile device (iOS or Android)
- Download the app, log in, and verify access
- Ensure that:
  - Course content loads
  - Messaging works
  - Offline functionality is enabled (if desired)