Yes, the Pacifichem mobile app is completely free to download and use! 

Yes, your mobile app account is separate from your event registration. Though you can use the app without creating an account, you will need to create a new, free account through the form on this page to access all the app's features. Create your account here.

The app allows you to create a personalized event schedule, connect and chat with other attendees and receive important real-time updates and announcements throughout the event.

Download the app from the App Store (for iOS devices) or the Google Play (for Android devices) to download the app. We also encourage you to create an account to make the most of the Pacifichem app and your congress experience!

Please ensure you are using the email and password you created when filling out the Account Creation form. If you've forgotten your password, you can use the "Forgot Password" option on the app's login screen. If you continue to experience issues, please contact our mobile app support team at pacifichemsupport@acs.org.

Some features, like viewing your personal schedule and pre-downloaded content, may work offline. However, features requiring real-time updates or networking will need an active internet connection.

You can manage notifications both in your phone settings and inside the app. Steps may vary slightly by device. 

On iOS: 

• Open Settings > Notifications > Pacifichem 2025. 
• Turn on Allow Notifications. 
• Choose alert types (Lock Screen, Notification Center, Banners). 
• Optional: Set Banner Style to Persistent. 
• Toggle Sounds and Badges as desired. 
• If available, enable Time Sensitive Notifications. 

On Android: 

• Open Settings > Apps >Pacifichem 2025 > Notifications. 
• Turn on Show notifications. 
• Enable categories you want (e.g., Announcements, Schedule changes, Messages). 
• Adjust lock-screen visibility, pop-ups, sound, and vibration as preferred. 

You can adjust your Privacy Settings, therefore controlling your Networking feature settings, by going to the Hamburger Menu on the bottom right corner of your screen, and scrolling all the way to the bottom to Privacy Settings. You can then toggle the settings on and off as needed. 

To add items to your personal schedule, first ensure you are logged into the mobile app. Then, navigate to the program or agenda section. You should see a button "Add to Agenda" in each session or event. Simply tap this option, and the item will be added to your personalized schedule. You can usually find your full personal schedule under a "My Schedule" within the app. 

For any other questions or assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team at pacifichemsupport@acs.org.

Yes. You can access the desktop version here: Pacifichem Desktop App

Make sure you are logged in to the app. Networking features require an active account and an internet connection. Also ensure your in-app privacy settings allow networking: go to the Hamburger Menu > Privacy Settings and enable options that allow others to find and message you. 

Make sure you are logged in. Adding sessions to your personal schedule requires signing in to your account.

Make sure you are connected to Wi‑Fi or have a stable internet connection to receive the latest updates.