What are the limitations of service workers?

What are the limitations of service workers?

Service workers have several limitations, such as not being able to access the DOM directly, requiring HTTPS, and having a limited lifespan.

Can service workers handle all types of network requests?

No, service workers can intercept and handle network requests, but they cannot handle requests made from non-secure contexts or certain types of requests like those from cross-origin if not properly configured.

What happens if a service worker fails to install?

If a service worker fails to install, it will not take control of the page, and the browser will continue to use the previous service worker or none at all.

Are there any browser compatibility issues with service workers?

Yes, while most modern browsers support service workers, there are still some older versions and specific browsers that may not fully support them.

How can I debug service worker issues?

You can debug service worker issues using the browser's developer tools, specifically the Application tab, where you can see the status of your service workers and any errors.