Browser Support
Supported Browsers & Devices
Web NFC has specific platform requirements. Support is currently limited to Chrome on Android. Below is a detailed breakdown of compatibility across major platforms and browsers.
| Platform | Browser | Support Status |
|---|---|---|
| Android | Chrome (version 89+) | ✅ Supported |
| iOS (iPhone/iPad) | All Browsers (Safari, Chrome, etc.) | ❌ Not Supported |
| Windows | Chrome, Edge, Firefox | ❌ Not Supported |
| macOS | Safari, Chrome, Firefox | ❌ Not Supported |
| Linux | Chrome, Firefox | ❌ Not Supported |
Key Requirements
- Secure Context: The Web NFC API is only available on pages served over HTTPS.
- User Gesture: All NFC operations (reading, writing) must be initiated by a user action, such as a button click.
- NFC Hardware: The device must have built-in NFC capabilities.