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This article outlines the recommended and minimum system requirements for Descript on macOS and Windows, including supported operating systems, hardware specs, internet speeds, and browser support. We support the current version of Descript and any versions released within the last 3 months.
Descript is not officially supported on mobile browsers or tablet devices like Chromebooks or iPadsYou may be able to preview playback, but editing and account features are not supported. For the best experience, use Descript for Web or download the desktop app.

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System recommendations

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Additional setup and performance tips

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Force software video decoding

When toggled on in App settings, this setting disables GPU-based video decoding and uses your CPU instead. If you’re seeing playback issues—such as scenes appearing blank, videos not loading, or playback stalling after launch—enabling this option can help, especially for systems using certain Intel Arc GPUs.

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Browser requirements

A browser is required for authentication. For best results using Descript for web, we recommend a Chromium-based browser; Chrome, Edge, and Opera are officially supported. Descript also supports Firefox for web editing.
“Incompatible browser or device” error in ChromeOpen Chrome’s Settings > System, turn on Use graphics acceleration when available, then restart Chrome. If the setting is already on, you can’t change it, or the warning continues, use the Descript desktop app. See Chrome browser troubleshooting.

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Enable permissions for camera, microphone, and screen sharing

Descript needs permission to access your camera, microphone, and screen to record. If you’re having trouble recording or see permission errors, check your system settings.
Some recording devices and virtual input software aren’t supported and can cause static, missing audio, or devices that aren’t detected. View unsupported recording devices and services
  1. Open System Settings (or System Preferences on older macOS versions)
  2. Click Privacy & Security
  3. Enable permissions for Descript under:
    • Camera
    • Microphone
    • Screen Recording

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Browser permissions

When prompted by your browser, click Allow to grant Descript access to your camera, microphone, and screen. If you’ve previously blocked access, click the lock icon in the address bar, then enable Camera, Microphone, and Screen sharing. Browser permission prompt for microphone and camera access in Descript

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Restricted countries or regions

Due to restrictions from our payment processor, Descript may not be available in certain countries or regions. To learn more, see Stripe’s global availability. If you don’t see your country listed in the dropdown when adding a payment method, it means our payment processor likely does not support payments from that country.