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I just successfully implemented a sample push notification in iOS. Currently, I used the device token in sending the message.Now, I have a question regarding Push Notification requirements. Can we use the UDID of the device for Push Notification instead of Device Token? I know the device token can do the work alone but is it possible to use UDID for push notification? Does Apple allow that?
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Every Apple iPhone, iPod touch and iPad has a unique device ID number associated with it, known as a Unique Device ID (UDID). Apple's device ID is a 40-digit sequence of letters and numbers. Customers can access their device ID numbers in iTunes or by downloading a free app from the Apple App Store.
'The device token you provide to the server is analogous to a phone number; it contains information that enables APNs to locate the device on which your client app is installed. APNs also uses it to authenticate the routing of a notification. '
A device token is an identifier for the Apple Push Notification System for iOS devices. Apple assigns a Device Token on a per-app basis (iOS 7 and later) which is used as a unique identifier for sending push notifications.
No, you can only use the Device Token. The push notification server API will only accept Device tokens and will also check if you are allowed to send a notification to that installation by checking the Certificate.
The Device token is unique for your app on a specific device. If the user has multiple devices he/she will also have multiple device tokens (one for each install of your app).
When the user deletes your app and reinstalls it the device token can also change.
Also, the UDID is no longer useable by developers, Apple has restricted the use of the UDID and you can longer use the UDID anywhere in your code.
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