Getting started with Kanopy

Welcome to Kanopy! Choose from a wide selection of documentaries, indie films, world cinema, classics, and kid-friendly content, free with your Brampton Library card. Click here to learn how to get a library card.

How to access

Kanopy can be accessed from any computer or mobile device through a web browser, or through the apps for iOS, Android, and Fire OS. Kanopy is also compatible with several Smart TVs, Roku, and Chromecast. To learn more, visit mobile & TV apps.

Create your Kanopy account on a computer

• Visit https://bramptonlibrary.kanopy.com/ in your web browser. 
• Select "Add Library Card." Type in your Brampton Library card number, then click "Continue."
• Next, you’ll need to Create Your Account. This can be done in two ways:
• Sign up using your Facebook or Google account.
• Fill in the form with your name, email address, and a password (at least six characters long). Once you're done, click "Sign Up." Check your inbox for an email from Kanopy and click "Verify My Email." 
• You're all set! Start browsing categories or searching for a movie you want to watch.

Create your Kanopy account on a smartphone or tablet

• Download the Kanopy app for iOS (App Store), Android (Google Play), or Fire OS (Amazon App Store). Once the download is complete, open the app on your device. 
• Follow the instructions linked below to learn how to create your account:
  • iOS devices - iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
  • Android devices - Android phones, Android tablets
  • Fire OS devices - Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD, Kindle Fire HDX tablets

Help and support

Visit Kanopy's help centre to learn more.

For further assistance, email Kanopy support or contact us.