Hardware Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
| Processor | 1.6-gigahertz (GHz) or higher | Intel Pentium IV or better |
| Memory |
2 GB of RAM (ESS Users) |
4 GB of RAM or greater |
| Hard Disk | Minimum of 1 GB free | Minimum of 1 GB free |
| Monitor Resolution | 1024 x 768 | 1366 x 768 |
| Network Bandwidth | 5.0 Mbps | Greater than 5.0 Mbps |
Third-Party Software
- Adobe Acrobat Reader 8 or later
- Microsoft Excel 2003 or later
Open Network Ports
- Https: 443, Http: 80
Compatible Browsers - Desktop
For optimum performance we recommend using the latest version of Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge.
Dayforce is actively tested and supported for the below browsers on their latest version and immediate prior major version. While Dayforce might run without major issues in older versions of these browsers, some new or existing functionality may no longer work as expected. We recommend to use the latest version of a supported browser to take advantage of efficiencies and security, and for a better Dayforce experience.
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Compatible Browsers - Tablets
Important: These system requirements are for using the Dayforce web application, Clock, or Clock+ on a mobile device, not for the native mobile app. Requirements for the native mobile app can be found later in this document.
Dayforce is actively tested and supported for the below browsers on their latest version and immediate prior major version. While Dayforce might run without major issues in older versions of these browsers, some new or existing functionality may no longer work as expected. The recommendation is to use the latest version of a supported browser for a better Dayforce experience and to take advantage of efficiencies and security offered by the latest versions of the browser.
| Chrome | Safari |
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| ü | ü |
Dayforce Clock and Clock+ Browser Requirements
| Supported Desktop Browsers | Minimum Browser Version Required |
|---|---|
| Chrome | 44 |
| Edge | 17 |
| Firefox | 40 |
| Safari | 7 or higher |
Note: See the Compatible Browsers - Tablets section for mobile requirements.
Dayforce Learning Requirements
| Supported Desktop Browsers** | Supported Mobile Operating Systems | Browser Settings |
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***Notes for Mobile Devices:
- If you are using a smartphone or tablet you can access your learning platform by using the Dayforce Learning App.
- No administrator functionality is supported on the Dayforce Learning App.
- Mobile browsers for both phones and tablets are not supported for employees and administrators.
Notes for Flash Content:
Please keep in mind that Flash content is not playable on iOS devices. Flash was deprecated on Android devices in 2012, and on desktop browsers in 2020.
When adding learning content to your courses, be sure to avoid adding Flash-based content (in SCORM or HTML training materials) because, most likely, the learning content will not be playable by learners using mobile devices and modern desktop browsers.
| Upload Type | Compatible File Types | File Size |
|---|---|---|
| File Repository Widget | ZIP, DOC, XLS, PPT, GIF, PNG, TXT, DOCX, PPTX, XLSX, PDF, FLV, ODS, ODP, CSV, and MP4 | 400 MB |
| Files | DOC, XLS, GIF, PNG, TXT, DOCX, XLSX, PDF, PPT, and ZIP | 800 MB |
| Video Files | 3GP, AAC, AVI, FLV, MP4, WMV, MPEG-2, and MOV | 800 MB |
| External Video Links | Links from YouTube, Vimeo, or Wistia | |
| SCORM |
SCORM versions 1.2 and 2004 3rd edition Must be imported as a zip package Does Not Accept: pl, rb, aspx, py, jsp, asp, waspx, shtml, sh, cgi, php, ph3, php4, php5, phps, and hta access |
800 MB |
| AICC |
CMI001 – AICC/CMI Guidelines for interoperability (version 4.0) Communication Protocol: HACP (HTTP Communication Protocol) Level of complexity implemented: Level 1: Basic structure of course, location, description, and implied order Must be imported as a ZIP package. The configuration files of the AICC package must be in the root of the ZIP file |
800 MB |
| xAPI/Tin Can |
Supports the Tin Can Standard 1.0.* Must be imported as a ZIP package Learning LRS works in pair with LMS, thus to be able to link activities completed by the users to course progress, users are required to recognize the activity ID passed in the xAPI statement. To make the LRS recognize these activity IDs, users must upload an xAPI package on the LMS with a proper tincan.xml descriptor in it. |
800 MB |
| Assignments | PPT, PPTX, Zip File or Archive, PDF, JPG, DOC, DOCX, TXT, XLS, XML, CSV, ODS, MP4, YouTube videos, Vimeo videos, Wistia videos, and MP3 | 40 MB |
| Google Drive Imports (import from Google Drive) |
As Learning Objects: documents, slides, spreadsheets, and drawings As Coach and Share Assets: documents, slides, spreadsheets, and drawings |
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| Slides Converter | PDF, ODP, PPT, and PPTX | 800 MB or 150 pages |
| Lectora Content (transferred from Lectora) | Can only be published in the central repository, not directly into courses |
Mobile Applications
| Component | Minimum |
| Google Android |
As of 2024.5.0, version 8.0 (Oreo, API level 26) and later. Google Play Services is required for clients using the Clock or Set Coordinates features. Unlock Android with fingerprint https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/6285273?hl=en Note: Android isn't the same on all devices. |
| Apple iOS |
As of Release 2023.2.0, iOS version 15 or higher is required:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_iOS_devices You can use Touch ID with these devices: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Touch_ID About Touch ID security on iPhone and iPad: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT5949 How to setup Touch ID: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201371 You can use Face ID with these devices: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Face_ID Getting help with Face ID: |
| Dayforce | As of Release 2023.2.0, server version 61 and higher is required. |
Security Requirements
Important: Employee credentials used to access Dayforce systems must be protected from compromise by customers of Dayforce solutions. Dayforce customers must implement a customer managed Single Sign-on (SSO) and Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) platform or leverage Dayforce Identity and enable MFA using one of several supported authenticators.
Customers are responsible for ensuring that their Dayforce instance is configured securely to protect their employee information. Dayforce Implementation and Support team members are available to help customers securely configure Dayforce.
| Component | Minimum |
| Multi-factor Authentication |
Customer provided single sign-on (SSO) and multi-factor authentication platform. Dayforce Identity multi-factor authentication supported solutions:
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| Authorized Dayforce URL | Customers must ensure only authorized uniform resource locators (URL) are used to access Dayforce. |
| Dayforce Security Best Practices | Details on securely configuring Dayforce and other important information can be found in the Security Best Practices document located on the Dayforce Due Diligence site (https://duediligence.dayforce.com). |