FileMaker Technical Specifications
You will find below all the technical specifications and requirements for the latest Claris FileMaker products.
The electronic version of FileMaker Pro includes a link to download a license certificate for installation and a link to download the product software. The software bundle includes the Installation Guide, available online. The boxed version includes a license key for installation and a link to download the software. FileMaker Pro displays and supports the language used by the desktop operating system.
FileMaker Go is a single, universal app that is designed for both iPad and iPhone and is available on the App Store.
Claris FileMaker WebDirect
FileMaker WebDirect runs custom apps in a web browser on a computer, tablet, and mobile phone. It is available in FileMaker Cloud and FileMaker Server.
FileMaker Cloud is a service available from Claris International Inc. through a request to our Sales Team. It includes access to the following clients: FileMaker Pro, FileMaker Pro Advanced, FileMaker Go, and FileMaker WebDirect.
FileMaker Server is available only as an electronic download. It includes product software and a link to an electronic license certificate for installation and provides access to the following clients: FileMaker Pro, FileMaker Pro Advanced, FileMaker Go, and FileMaker WebDirect.
Compatibility (Interoperability)
Supported operating systems and devices
Versions stated above are the minimum requirement. Products may work with later operating systems certified by Claris International Inc. Operating systems not listed in the table above may also work but have not been tested and are not supported.
A dedicated computer is recommended for FileMaker Server that is reserved for use as a database server. Don't use an email, print, or network file server.
Hardware requirements for FileMaker Pro 21.x:
Hardware requirements for FileMaker Server 21.x:
Operating system drive requirements for FileMaker Server
FileMaker Server uses the operating system drive to provide temporary storage for progressive downloading, uploading and downloading apps, log files, and cache storage used by components such as the web server.
To maintain an optimal operating environment, FileMaker Server requires 100 GB or more of available storage on the operating system drive even if apps are hosted on or backed up to another drive. The server administrator must monitor the operating system drive to make sure that enough storage is available.
*Users are able to perform the following tasks in Claris Customer Console on a mobile browser:
- Access the Home page
- Access the Subscription page
- Create a Claris ID
- Sign in with Claris ID
FileMaker WebDirect recommended hardware configurations
*Connections may be limited by hardware, custom app design, license/subsciption and other variables.
FileMaker WebDirect Mobile hardware requirements
* FileMaker WebDirect may work on other devices not listed in the table above, but these devices have not been tested and are not supported.
FileMaker WebDirect Mobile supported keyboard input
- Built-in iOS keyboard for other languages
- Built-in Android keyboard for other languages
FileMaker WebDirect mobile hardware accessories
- Smart Keyboard support for iPad Pro
- Apple Pencil support for iPad Pro
Mobile Network Requirements
The table below lists the tested and theoretical maximum simultaneous connection limits for FileMaker Server 2023. Tested maximums reflect the test configuration and do not represent a guarantee of performance.
FileMaker Server 20.x can host up to 256 FileMaker Pro files.
*Multiple users can share a single CWP connection. CWP connections are based on simultaneous request events, rather than persistent connections.
**Connections are limited by hardware, custom app design, active users, operating system, or license agreement.
The table below lists the tested and maximum allowed simultaneous connection limits for FileMaker Cloud 2.20.x. Tested maximums reflect the test configuration and do not represent a guarantee of performance.
FileMaker Cloud 2.20.x can host up to 125 FileMaker Pro files.
* Connections may be limited by instance type, app design, active users, or license agreement/subscription.
Instance types vary depending on the amount of processing power, memory, and networking capacity needed to run your custom apps. Here are the available options:
Deprecated and removed technologies
Claris International Inc. continually invests in the latest technology in order to keep improving the Claris Platform. As a result, some features and operating systems are deprecated and will be removed in future versions of Claris software. See a list of deprecated technologies.