BetterCampus works with your existing school account—no separate sign-in required for basic features. Once you install the extension and log into your school's learning platform (like Canvas), BetterCampus automatically connects and starts working.
How it works
BetterCampus is a browser extension that runs directly on your school's learning management system (LMS). When you're logged into your school's platform—such as Canvas—the extension reads your courses, assignments, and grades to power features like smarter to-do lists, grade tracking, and themes.
You don't create a separate school account through BetterCampus. Instead, you simply:
Install the BetterCampus extension for your browser
Log into your school's learning platform using your normal school login
BetterCampus activates automatically
What you need
Your school's learning platform URL — This is usually something like schoolname.instructure.com, canvas.schoolname.edu, or your school's student portal. If you're not sure, search for "Canvas" or "learning platform" on your school's website, or ask your school's IT help desk.
Your school login — The same username and password you use to access your school's learning platform normally. This might be your student ID, email, or a school-specific login.
Step-by-step
Install the extension
Install BetterCampus from your browser's extension store: Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Log into your school's learning platform
Navigate to your school's learning platform (like Canvas) and sign in with your usual credentials. BetterCampus activates automatically once you're on a supported page.
Check that it's working
Look for BetterCampus features on your dashboard—custom themes, an upgraded to-do list, or a grades tracker. If you see these, you're connected.
Optional: Create a BetterCampus account
Basic features like themes and to-do lists work without an account. For advanced features—like AI study tools, a full planner, GPA tracking, and calendar sync—you can create a free BetterCampus account using:
Google — sign in with your Google password
Microsoft Outlook — sign in with your Microsoft password
Email — sign in with a magic link sent to your inbox (no password needed)
This account is separate from your school login and is only for accessing BetterCampus's premium features.
Troubleshooting
Try these steps:
Make sure you're on your school's learning platform. BetterCampus works on supported LMS pages like your school's Canvas site—not on other websites.
Check that you're logged in. Look for your name or profile picture in the platform's top navigation. If you don't see it, log in again.
Refresh the page. Sometimes the extension needs a page refresh to activate.
Verify the extension is installed. Check your browser's extensions page. If BetterCampus isn't there, install it from your browser's extension store.
BetterCampus doesn't handle your school login—your school does. If you can't log in:
Double-check that you're on the correct learning platform URL for your school
Try resetting your password through your school's login page
Contact your school's IT help desk for login issues
Once you can log into your school's platform normally, BetterCampus will work automatically.
If you're seeing a BetterCampus sign-in prompt, that's for a BetterCampus account—not your school login. You can dismiss it and still use basic features like themes. If you want advanced features like the planner or AI tools, create a free BetterCampus account using Google, Outlook, or email (magic link).
