Edlio offers two ways for schools and districts to provide mobile app access to their communities. Both options deliver the same powerful functionality—the difference is simply how users access your school's content.
Individual App
What it is:
A dedicated mobile app customized specifically for your school or district, available directly on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Key Features:
Custom branding: Your school's name and logo appear as the app title and icon
Direct access: Users search for your school's specific app name in app stores
Immediate school experience: Opens directly to your school's content upon launch
Dedicated presence: Your school has its own unique app listing in app stores
Best for:
Schools and districts that want maximum brand visibility and a dedicated app store presence.
*Individual Apps Require Apple Developer Account and Google IP Agreement*
Edlio App
What it is:
Access to your school's content through the main "Edlio App" available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
How it works:
Step 1: Download the Edlio App
Users search for and download the "Edlio App" from their device's app store.
Step 2: Location-Based School Discovery
App requests location services permission
Displays nearby schools automatically based on user's location
Users can select their school from the nearby options
Step 3: Manual School Search (if needed)
If school doesn't appear in nearby results
If user is not currently near their school
Click "Search" to find school by name
Step 4: School Selection
Once school is selected, the app transforms to display that school's content
App icon changes to your school's logo on the device home screen
App name remains "Edlio App"
All school-specific functionality becomes available
Step 5: Returning to Portal (Optional)
Access side menu within the app
Select "Exit to Portal" button
Returns to school selection screen to choose a different school
Key Features:
Same functionality: Identical features to single-tenant app once school is selected
Dynamic branding: App icon updates to school logo after selection
Multi-school capability: Users can switch between different schools if needed
Location-aware: Automatically suggests nearby schools
Best for:
Schools wanting a cost-effective mobile solution
Schools looking for a much simpler and faster implementation
Important Notes
Functionality is Identical
Once users access their school through either option, the app experience and available features are exactly the same. The multi-tenant app provides all the same:
News and announcements
Event calendars
Staff directories
Document access
And all other school-specific features
The Only Difference
The difference between these options is purely the path users take to reach your school's content plus the name:
1. App Store Presence
Individual App: Your school has its own branded app listing in app stores
Edlio App: Uses the shared "Edlio App" listing
2. Access Path
Individual App: Direct download → Immediate school content
Edlio App: Download Edlio App → Select your school → Access identical functionality
3. App Name Display
Individual App: Shows your school's name under the app icon
Edlio App: Always shows "Edlio" as app name (but icon changes to your school logo after selection)
4. Initial Setup
Individual App: Open app and start using immediately
Edlio App: One-time school selection step required
Choosing the Right Option
Consider these factors when deciding between Individual App and Edlio App:
Choose Individual App if:
Maximum brand visibility is important
You want a dedicated app store presence
Users prefer searching directly for your school's app
Simplified user journey is a priority
Choose Edlio App if:
Cost-effectiveness is a key factor
Users don't mind the extra step of school selection
Both options deliver the same powerful mobile experience for your school community—choose the approach that best fits your needs and budget.