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Discover how to effectively retrieve the `FCM token` in your Cordova app for targeted push notifications. Follow our step-by-step guide to mastering Firebase Cloud Messaging!
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How to Get the FCM Token in Cordova

Implementing push notifications in your Cordova-based Android application using Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) can be quite challenging, especially if your goal is to send notifications to specific users. It's crucial to retrieve the FCM token to accomplish that. In this guide, we will walk you through the detailed steps required to successfully obtain the FCM token in your Cordova app.

Understanding the Problem

When developing push notification features in a Cordova app, many developers encounter a common issue: they can send push notifications using the Firebase console but struggle with sending notifications to specific users. This is where retrieving the FCM token becomes imperative. The token acts as a unique identifier for each device, allowing you to target notifications accurately.

Setting Up Firebase for Your Cordova App

Before retrieving the FCM token, you must ensure you have properly set up Firebase for your Cordova app. Here are the steps you need to follow:

Step 1: Create a Firebase Project

Go to the Firebase Console and create a new project.

Obtain the Firebase configuration code directly from the project settings. Below is the basic structure of the config code to be copied into your index.html file.

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Step 2: Add google-services.json

Make sure to download the google-services.json file from your Firebase project and place it in the root directory of your Cordova project.

Step 3: Include Required Cordova Plugins

Make sure you have the required Cordova plugins to enable FCM functionality. You can install the FCM plugin as follows:

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Retrieving the FCM Token

Once you have set up Firebase correctly, you can now proceed to retrieve the FCM token. Here’s how you can do it within the onDeviceReady function in your index.js file:

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Step 4: Saving the Token

After retrieving the token, it's essential to store this token on your server. This enables you to send notifications to the corresponding user later:

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Handling Notification Payload

When you send a notification, you need to set up a background message handler to process any incoming notifications. You can do that as follows:

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Summary of Steps

Create a Firebase project and configure it in your index.html file.

Download google-services.json and place it in the root directory.

Ensure the installation of the necessary FCM Cordova plugin.

Use the provided code snippets to retrieve and handle the FCM token and notifications.

Conclusion

By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively obtain the FCM token in your Cordova application. This enables you to send targeted notifications to specific users, enhancing communication and engagement within your app. If you encounter any issues during setup or have further questions, feel free to reach out for assistance.