# What are the system requirements to run Pictor?

Pictor runs across **all major platforms** — iPad, iPhone, Android tablets/phones, Mac, PC, and web. Here's what you need for each.

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## iPad & iPhone (Recommended for Live Events)

For the best experience capturing photos at live events, we recommend devices with high-resolution front-facing cameras.

**Minimum iOS version:** iOS 12.4 or newer

**iPad**
- iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation or newer)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation or newer)
- iPad Air (4th generation or newer)
- iPad (9th generation or newer)
- iPad mini (6th generation or newer)

**iPhone**
- iPhone 11 or newer

> **Note:** Apple frequently releases new models. Any newer iPad or iPhone running iOS 12.4 or later will also work. For the smoothest AI processing, a device with an A13 Bionic chip or later is recommended.

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## Android Tablets & Phones

Pictor has a **native Android app** available on Google Play. It supports most modern Android devices running **Android 7.0 (Nougat) or newer**.

**Recommended specifications:**
- 4GB+ RAM (8GB recommended for AI processing)
- 64GB+ storage
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 or equivalent processor (or newer)
- High-resolution front-facing camera (8MP+ recommended)

> **Tip:** Android performance can vary across manufacturers. For mission-critical events, we recommend testing Pictor on your Android device before event day.

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## Mac & Windows PC

Pictor does not currently have a native Mac or PC desktop app. On these devices, operators run Pictor through the **Virtual Booth** — no download required, just a modern web browser.

**Recommended browsers:**
- Chrome 90+ (best performance)
- Safari 15+ (Mac)
- Edge 90+ (Windows)
- Firefox 90+

> **Note:** JavaScript must be enabled. An internet connection is required.

### Print Partner App (for DNP Printers)

If you are connecting a DNP printer to your setup, there is a separate **Pictor Print Partner** native app available for download:

- **Mac:** requires macOS 15 (Sequoia) or newer
- **Windows:** requires Windows 10 or newer (64-bit)

The Print Partner app is only needed for printer connectivity — it is not required to run the booth itself.

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## Web Browser (app.pictor.pro)

You can access the Pictor dashboard from any modern web browser. For the best experience, we recommend:

- **Chrome** 90+ (recommended for best performance)
- **Safari** 15+ (Mac)
- **Edge** 90+ (Windows)
- **Firefox** 90+

JavaScript must be enabled. The dashboard requires an internet connection to manage events, view galleries, and access settings.

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## General Requirements

- **Internet connection** — required for the Pictor dashboard and cloud features. Event capture can operate with intermittent connectivity; uploads sync when reconnected.
- **Pictor account** — free to create at [app.pictor.pro](https://app.pictor.pro). No credit card required.
- **Stable WiFi or cellular data** — recommended for sharing, printing, and AI processing.