Canvas Technology Requirements
Browsers
Instructure (Canvas) products support the current and previous major releases of the following browsers:
Check the following guide to learn more about the currently supported browsers and to determine if yours is up to date.
What are the browser and computer requirements for Instructure products?
It is important to update your browser on a frequent basis so you do not run into issues due to lack of compatibility. If you have a university owned machine, you may need to submit a support ticket to request that your browsers be updated.
Known Browser Behaviors
- In browsers such as Safari, insecure content never displays in the browser. However, in Chrome and Firefox, you have the option to view insecure content. Please be aware of possible restrictions and view insecure content with caution.
- The Safari browser does not support recording media.
Computer Specifications
For best performance, access Instructure products with a computer that supports the most recent browser versions. It is recommended to use a computer five years old or newer with at least 1GB of RAM.
Operating System
Instructure products require an operating system that can run the latest compatible web browsers. Your computer operating system should be kept up to date with the latest recommended security updates and upgrades.
- If you have a university owned machine, your operating software is managed by IT and updates come directly from the IT Service Desk to your device.
Internet Speed
Along with compatibility and web standards, Instructure products have been carefully crafted to accommodate low bandwidth environments.
- It is recommended to have a minimum Internet speed of 512kbps. (Internet Speed Checker: https://fast.com/)
Mobile Devices
Instructure products are optimized for desktop displays. However, if you are using a mobile device, you can access Instructure products using a mobile application (app) or mobile browser.
For the best user experience, please download the product mobile apps.
The Canvas mobile apps require Android 8.0 or later and iOS 15.0 or later. Canvas offers limited support for native mobile browsers on tablet devices.
- View the full list of features offered to students in the Canvas mobile app, HERE.
- View the list of features offered to teachers in the Teacher mobile app, HERE.