This page identifies the internet browser requirements and known compatibility issues for all of Norton's digital products.
General System Requirements for Norton Digital Products
Operating System | OS Version | Internet Browser |
Microsoft Windows | 10 | Google Chrome 102 and newer |
Apple macOS | MAC OS Version : Monterey (12.4) | Safari 15.5 |
Apple iOS | IOS 15.5 | Safari 15 |
Google Android | 7 and above | Chrome (91.0.4472.134) |
NVDA Screen Reader | 2021.3.5 | |
| Chromebooks | Chrome OS 100.0.4896.133 (64-BIT) | Google Chrome 102 and newer |
Please note, we do not support beta browsers versions.
Don't know your operating system version? Here's how to find it: Windows / Mac
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Norton Ebook Reader
The Norton Ebook Reader works on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. However, interactive content is best viewed on desktop computers, laptops, and tablets.
Note: If you are using the Norton Ebook Reader while a new version is released, you may be prompted by your browser to refresh the page.
Operating System | OS Version | Internet Browser |
Microsoft Windows | 10 | Google Chrome 102 and newer |
Apple macOS | MAC OS Version: Monterey (12.4) | Safari 15.5 |
Apple iOS | IOS 15.5 | Safari 15 |
Google Android | 7 and above | Chrome (91.0.4472.134) |
NVDA Screen Reader | 2021.3.5 |
The table below explains known compatibility issues with specific eBook features and devices.
Ebook Feature | Explanation |
Read aloud (text-to-speech) | Norton Ebooks and the Norton Ebook Reader are compatible both with screen readers and with browser extensions that enable text-to-speech functionality, such as the “Read Aloud” tool available on Google Chrome and Firefox. Apple and Google also offer text-to-speech solutions that you can use to read your ebook aloud on mobile devices. Please click on one of the links below for more information:
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Highlighting and Annotations | Safari may have settings that sometimes interfere with the overall functionality of creating highlights or annotations in the ebook. If you experience any issues, please try using Chrome instead, as it offers a slightly better experience. |
Offline Reader | The Norton Ebook Reader supports offline reading on computers, tablets, and smartphones so that you can continue to access your textbooks where normal online connectivity through WiFi or cellular service may not be available. For more information, please click here. |
General Usage | When viewing the ebook using Safari on a computer or mobile device, some default settings may hinder the general functionality of the ebook. If you experience issues when using Safari, please make sure your cookies setting is set to Allow from websites I visit or Always allow and ensure you have JavaScript enabled. If you experience any issues, please try using Chrome instead, as it offers a slightly better experience. |
Touchscreen Device | If you're using a Windows device that has both a touchscreen and mouse enabled at the same time, the ebook will only register the selections made using the touchscreen and will ignore any mouse clicks. |
Nook or Kindle Reader | The ebook can only be accessed using internet browsers and cannot be downloaded onto a Nook or Kindle device that are not able to download and run the internet browsers identified on this page. |
Norton Website
The Norton Website works on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
Operating System | Internet Browser |
Microsoft Windows: 10 or later | Microsoft Edge 105.0 or newer |
Apple macOS: 11.7 or later | Safari 15.4 or newer |
Apple iOS: 15.7 or later | Safari 15.4 or newer |
Google Android: 9 or later | Google Chrome 105.0 or newer |
Smartwork
| Operating System | Internet Browser |
| Microsoft Windows: 10 or later | Edge 103 or newer Google Chrome 103 or newer Mozilla Firefox 103 or newer Opera 88 or newer |
| Apple macOS: 12.5 or later | Safari 13 or newer Google Chrome 104 or newer Mozilla Firefox 103 or newer Opera 88 or newer |
| Apple iOS: 15.4 or later | Safari 15 or newer Google Chrome 104 or newer Mozilla Firefox 103 or newer |
| Google Android: 7 or later | Google Chrome 91 or newer Mozilla Firefox 89 or newer |
Note: Smartwork is currently not optimized for use on smartphones or on Chrome OS/Chromebook.
Note: If you're enrolled in a Smartwork Economics or Chemistry course, a laptop or computer is the preferred device to use.
How to Clear Cache within Internet Browsers
Some issues can be fixed by clearing your internet browser's cache.
For steps on how to clear the cache within your internet browser, click here.
How to Enable Pop-ups within Internet Browsers
To ensure that all of the features in our products function properly, it is recommended that you enable pop-ups within your internet browser.
For steps on how to enable pop-ups within your internet browser, click here.
How to Enable Cookies within Internet Browsers
To ensure that our products function properly, it is recommended that you enable cookies within your internet browser.
For steps on how to enable cookies within your internet browser, click here.
How to Enable JavaScript within Internet Browsers
To ensure that our products function properly, it is recommended that you enable JavaScript within your internet browser (please note, Java and JavaScript are completely different programs).
For steps on how to enable JavaScript within you internet browser, click here.
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