UFApps Announcements
ArcGIS Pro Login Change on UFApps Starting November 22nd
Esri, the vendor for ArcGIS Pro is implementing a change which will require users to sign in with their GatorLink account when launching ArcGIS Pro from UFApps. This change will take effect this Friday, November 22nd. Please note that the exact time of this update has not been specified by the vendor.
Login instructions are available here.
Horizon to Replace and Improve UFApps
UFIT is excited to share upcoming changes to the UFApps service that will significantly enhance the virtual experience for both instructors and students.
Beginning Fall 2024, UFIT will replace the UFApps Citrix Technology with Horizon's cutting-edge platform solution. The service's new platform will improve the user experience by providing a virtualized desktop environment where all apps are available, making it easier for users to save and access their files across devices.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this notice, please contact the UF Computing Help Desk at 352-392-HELP or helpdesk@ufl.edu
Subscribe for Announcements
UFApps changes and announcements are published via two methods, the UFApps Announce MS Teams group and the UFAPPS-ANNOUNCE-L e-mail list.
First Time Use Questions
First Time Use
Do I have access to UFApps?
- If you are a current student or faculty member at the University of Florida the answer is simple: yes! Continue to the Login page.
- UFApps is currently provided as a service to students and faculty through UFIT and is not available for UF staff at this time
How do I get to the Login page?
To login into UFApps all you have to do is go to portal.apps.ufl.edu, once you reach that webpage you can either install the Horizon App or use the Web Page Portal Access.
About UFApps
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What is UFApps?
UFApps leverages a number of cutting edge technologies to provide UF students and faculty access to Windows based software applications from any computing device–laptops, tablets, desktops, and smartphones–from any location, at any time.
UF Information Technology staff monitor usage to gauge the usefulness of UFApps and each application offered to the UF student and faculty community. This data, as well as user feedback, will help determine how we can expand or improve UFApps.
Please use the help request form to share your comments with us!
Where did UFApps come from?
UFApps began as a one-year pilot project provided by UFIT and funded by students through a student technology fee project. Due to overwhelmingly positive feedback, UFApps became a full production UFIT service for students and faculty.
Is this the Right Application Environment for Me?
UFApps covers a suite of services that provide access to the applications and resources you need. You can view all our available options as shown on this table.