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Kanopy

Freemium#42 of 63 in Video Streaming Services

Kanopy: A curated, ad-free film service for patrons whose library or university participates. Ranked #42 of 63 in Video Streaming Services by our editors (5.2/10); pricing: Free plan · pricing on request; best for library and university patrons seeking curated films.

5.2/10Editor score
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At a glance

  • Editor score
    5.2 / 10
  • Pricing
    Free plan · pricing on request
  • Best for
    Library and university patrons seeking curated films
  • Free plan
    Yes
  • Ad-supported tier
    No
  • Facts checked
    3 Oct 2026

  • Where it wins

    • Offers films, documentaries, educational videos, and Kanopy Kids
    • Playback includes subtitles, available transcripts, and speed adjustment
    • Works across web, mobile, and several smart TV platforms

  • Where it doesn't

    • Access depends on a participating library or university
    • Offline downloads are not supported
    • Library access and pricing are set through institutional arrangements

Our verdict on Kanopy

Kanopy brings films, documentaries, independent and classic cinema, educational videos, and children’s programming to patrons through participating public libraries and universities. It suits viewers who want a curated collection through an institution they already belong to, rather than a general-purpose subscription service. Patrons connect a public library account with library card credentials or sign in with university credentials. Kanopy Kids adds curated children’s programming and parental controls, making the service relevant to households as well as individual film viewers.

Access and pricing are shaped by the institution. Patrons can watch a selection of films at no charge, while libraries may provide viewing through pay-per-use or special-priced collections. These institutional arrangements are distinct from patron access; libraries are directed to request a quote. The result is a useful option when a participating library or university provides access, but not a service viewers can assume they can join independently. Those seeking a personal subscription with predictable direct pricing should consider alternatives.

Platform coverage is broad for a library-connected service: viewing is available in web browsers and on Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iOS, Android, Amazon Fire tablets, Apple TV, Android TV/Google TV, Fire TV, Roku, and Samsung TV. Chromecast and AirPlay are supported, and playback controls include subtitles, transcript display when available, and playback-speed adjustment. Kanopy does not support offline downloads, so it is less suited to viewing without an internet connection. Choose it for institution-backed curated films and family programming; look elsewhere if independent enrollment or offline playback is essential.

Kanopy pricing

Plans Free plan · pricing on requestFreemium A usable free plan; paid tiers unlock the limits above. Prices re-checked Oct 2026.
See plans on lib.kanopy.com

Kanopy fact sheet

Free planYes
Paid fromNot verified
Ad-supported tierNo
Offline downloadsNo
Simultaneous streamsNot verified
Max video qualityNot verified
Supported devicesWeb browsers; Windows, Mac, Chromebook; iOS and Android phones/tablets; Apple TV; Android/Google TV; Fire TV/tablets; Roku; Samsung TV; Chromecast
Included bundlesKanopy Kids collection; no other subscription bundle stated
DeploymentCloud, Mobile
PlatformsWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Compliance & securityGDPR
SupportDocs
Built forSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations4 integrations: Apple, Google, Chromecast, AirPlay
PricingFree plan · pricing on request (source)
Websitelib.kanopy.com
Facts checked3 Oct 2026

Kanopy integrations

Kanopy lists 4 integrations on its own site.

  • Apple
  • Google
  • Chromecast
  • AirPlay

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