Goodnotes 6 is now the only version available for business licensing, though some users with previously purchased Goodnotes 5 licenses may still have access to that version. However, all users should be aware of the following system requirements and keep both iOS and app versions updated accordingly.
Hardware Requirements
- Individual iPads: Each user should have their own iPad
- Stylus: An Apple Pencil or other compatible stylus is recommended for optimal handwriting experience (keyboard use is also supported)
- Apple Neural Engine: For certain AI features, users will need to be using a device that includes Apple Neural Engine*
Software Requirements
- Operating System: iPadOS 16.6 or later for Goodnotes 6
- Apple Business Manager: Required for Organizations to download and distribute the Goodnotes 6 app
License Provisioning Options
Option 1: MDM with App Config
If using the volume license key solution to provision your license::
- MDM software is required to deploy the necessary license key for app validation
- Your MDM solution must support App Config for license key deployment
- Note: Some free versions of major MDM systems do not include App Config functionality
Option 2: Admin Console Provisioning
If using the Admin Console to provision your license:
- A verified domain that can be used for SAML SSO or login with with Apple, Microsoft, or Google (OIDC).
- Web browser: Chrome, Safari, or Firefox (latest version of Chrome recommended for best results)
Keeping your systems updated to these requirements will ensure smooth operation of Goodnotes across your business environment.
Compatible devices include the following and newer devices: A12 Bionic: iPhone XS (2018), iPhone XS Max (2018), iPhone XR (2018), iPad (8th gen, 2020), iPad Air (3rd gen, 2019), iPad Mini (5th gen, 2019). A12X Bionic: iPad Pro 11-inch (1st gen, 2018), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd gen, 2018). A12Z Bionic: iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd gen, 2020), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th gen, 2020). A13 Bionic: iPhone 11 (2019), iPhone 11 Pro (2019), iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019), iPhone SE (2nd gen, 2020), iPad (9th gen, 2021). A14 Bionic: iPad Air (4th gen, 2020), iPhone 12 (2020), iPhone 12 Mini (2020), iPhone 12 Pro (2020), iPhone 12 Pro Max (2020), iPad (10th gen, 2022). M1: MacBook Air (2020), MacBook Pro 13" with two Thunderbolt 3 ports (2020), Mac mini (2020), iMac 24-inch (2021), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd gen, 2021), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th gen, 2021), iPad Air (5th gen, 2022). M1 Pro: MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021), MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021). M1 Max: MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021), MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021), Mac Studio (2022). M1 Ultra: Mac Studio (2022). A15 Bionic: iPad Mini (6th gen, 2021), iPhone 13 (2021), iPhone 13 Mini (2021), iPhone 13 Pro (2021), iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021), iPhone 14 (2022), iPhone 14 Plus (2022), iPhone SE (3rd gen, 2022). M2: MacBook Air (2022), MacBook Pro 13" with two Thunderbolt 3 ports (2022), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th gen, 2022), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th gen, 2022), Mac mini (2023). M2 Pro: MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023), MacBook Pro 16-inch (2023), Mac mini (2023). M2 Max: MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023), MacBook Pro 16-inch (2023). A16 Bionic: iPhone 14 Pro (2022), iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022).