Local Storage with the Sphero Edu Web AppUpdated 5 months ago

The Sphero Edu Web App allows users to store their work to local storage through the usage of an indexed database. This means you can store numerous programs without needing an account. Please review the information below to determine if local storage will work for your needs or if you should consider accounts. 

What are the limitations of local storage? 

At default, the Sphero Edu Web App will save all your programs and lesson work to local storage. This means you can access them at any time, provided your local storage is not cleared. Be aware that there are a number of ways this data could be deleted accidentally or on purpose: 

• If your browser data and cache is cleared, you will lose your locally stored work. 
• If you use a private browsing mode, for example like Incognito with Chrome or InPrivate with Edge, then you will lose your locally stored work when these modes are closed
• If delete your browser or factory reset your computer you will lose your locally stored work
• If your computer is set to clear all local data when you sign out, then you will lose your locally stored work. This is more common on Chromebooks that are shared in schools. 
• If you are low on storage on your computer, there is a rare chance your browser may evict old unused data from local storage. In this case you could lose work, but this is generally very rare. 
• If your IT admin has set limitations on local storage use for websites, then local storage for your work may be impacted. 

What are the options if local storage is not a viable solution? 

There are two options if are at risk to lose your work:

• Back up your programs to your device
• Use a Sphero Central account, or use class codes

Backing Up Programs:

If you want to back up your programs, can do so two ways. If you only need to back up one program, you can click on the "more" menu (3 dots) next to the program name, and choose to download. If you need to download more than one program, you can click "edit" to the right and above your programs. From there, you can select as many programs as you want to, then click "download". 

Using a Sphero Central Account: 

If you'd like to save your work to the Sphero Central platform for backup, then you can create an account at Sphero Central.