2. Google Chrome versions 42+, Mozilla Firefox versions 52+, and Microsoft Edge don't support NPAPI-type plug-ins, including Java plug-ins and many media browser plug-ins. Blackboard doesn't support these browsers for using embedded media types that require third-party NPAPI plug-ins for viewing.
Blackboard Learn does not require any other browser plug-ins....Supported browsers.Desktop Browser VersionsMobile Browser Base Versions1Chrome87+33+Edge287+46+Firefox78+33+Safari13+ (desktop, Mac OS only)On iOS 12+
Recommended Browser We strongly recommend Blackboard students use the latest version of Mozilla Firefox for Windows or Mac because it is the most compatible with our current Blackboard systems.
That option makes Blackboard Mobile Learn available on Sprint network Android™ devices, Sprint network BlackBerry® smartphone devices, Sprint network HP webOS devices, and via Wi-Fi on the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.
Certified browsers and operating systemsBrowserDesktopMobileGoogle ChromeWindows 10 & 11, macOS 10.14+Android 9+FirefoxWindows 10 & 11, macOS 10.14+Not supportedSafarimacOS 10.14+iOS 14+Microsoft Edge (Chromium)Windows, macOSAndroid, iOS
The new Windows 10 browser, Microsoft Edge, is listed as being supported by Blackboard. At this time the GVSU Blackboard Support group recommends Firefox, Chrome or Safari. A list of Blackboard supported browsers can be found here.Jan 1, 2018
Make sure that cookies from third parties are allowed. Third party cookies are allowed by default on all supported browsers. If you experience problems staying logged in to Blackboard, please check your browser settings to make sure you allow third party cookies.
Android: Go to Settings > Apps > Blackboard or Instructor > Storage > Clear Data. Uninstall the Blackboard app or Blackboard Instructor app. Restart device.
The Blackboard app supports iOS 11+. To learn which operating system version you're running, see iPhone, iPad, iPod: How to Find the Software Version. To learn how to update your iOS software, see Update Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch.