The WorkManager API makes it easy to schedule deferrable, asynchronous tasks that are expected to run even if the app exits or device restarts. Key features: Backwards compatible up to API 14 Uses JobScheduler on devices with API 23+ Uses a combination of BroadcastReceiver + AlarmManager on devices with API 14-22 Add work constraints like network availability or charging status Schedule asynchronous one-off or periodic tasks Monitor and manage scheduled tasks Chain tasks together Ensures task execution, even if the app or device restarts Adheres to power-saving features like Doze mode