SimplePractice works best when your operating system and browser are up to date. Keeping them updated helps protect client information and prevents issues with performance, connectivity, and feature functionality.
Note: To confirm your device, operating system, and browser meet SimplePractice’s minimum requirements, see Minimum requirements for using SimplePractice.
In this guide, we’ll cover:
Updating your operating system
It’s important to keep your computer’s operating system up to date. System updates can help resolve issues with your browser performance, internet connection, and your device's overall performance.
For guidance on updating your operating system, see:
Updating your browser
Browser updates include security enhancements, new features, and performance improvements. For the best experience, make sure you’re using the most up to date version of your preferred browser.
Google Chrome
To update Chrome:
- Open Chrome
- Click the 3 vertical dots in the top right corner
- Select Help > About Google Chrome
- Choose Update Google Chrome
- If you don’t see this button, you're already on the latest version or Chrome updated automatically updated
- Click Relaunch
Mozilla Firefox
Firefox updates automatically by default, but you can check for updates manually. To do this:
- Open Firefox
- Click the 3 horizontal lines in the top right corner
- Select Settings > General
- Scroll to the Firefox Updates section and choose Check for updates
Safari
Updating your Mac’s operating system will automatically update Safari. For more information, see Update macOS on Mac.
Opera
Your Opera browser will automatically download updates as they become available. Relaunching your browser will complete the update. To check for updates manually:
- Open Opera
- From the menu, select Opera (macOS) or the Opera icon (Windows)
- Choose Update & Recovery…
- Click Check for update
- When the update finishes, relaunch Opera
Configuring your browser settings
After updating your browser, review your settings to ensure SimplePractice functions smoothly and securely. These guides walk you through recommended configurations: