ClassHelper requires no software installations, browser extensions, or administrative permissions on school district computers. It runs directly inside any modern web browser. This article details supported platforms and configuration recommendations for school environments.

Supported Browsers and Platforms

ClassHelper utilizes standard, reliable web technologies supported by all major browsers in their current release versions:

1. Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge: Fully supported on Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS devices (Chromebooks)—the standard configuration across most school districts.
2. Mozilla Firefox: Fully supported on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
3. Apple Safari: Fully supported on macOS and iPadOS (tablets). For classroom iPad tips, review iPad Troubleshooting.
4. Chrome on Android Tablets: Fully supported for touch interaction and display casting.

Connecting to classroom projectors and interactive displays is handled through your standard operating system display settings, as detailed in Projector Setup.

Recommendations for Older School Computers

Older computer hardware is rarely an obstacle; outdated software is usually the culprit when tools fail to load:

1. Open your browser Help > About menu to check for pending browser updates.
2. If your school IT policy locks browser updates, switch to an alternative pre-installed browser (for example, using Chrome if Edge is outdated).
3. Remind district technology coordinators that ClassHelper operates purely in the browser as a standard web application, requiring zero local executable installations or firewall rule changes.

Why Secure HTTPS is Mandatory

Classroom tools that interact with local hardware—such as the Noise Meter accessing your microphone—strictly require a secure HTTPS connection:

1. Modern web browsers block microphone and camera permissions on unencrypted connections.
2. Always access the platform via the official address https://classhelper.app.
3. Never load application files from an uncertified internal school intranet server.

Browse our All Classroom Tools index for complete feature documentation. If widgets fail to load or sound is silent, see When an Image Fails to Load and Troubleshoot Audio Issues.

Summary

Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari are supported across Windows, Mac, iPad, Android, and Chromebooks. No software installation is required, and secure HTTPS ensures smooth hardware permissions.