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Students can generate a pairing code to link an observer to their Canvas account. A separate pairing code must be created for each observer who wants to link to the account. For more information on pairing codes, view the Pairing Codes - Frequently Asked Questions PDF.

An observer may be your parent, guardian, mentor, counselor, or another individual who needs to view Canvas courses. Linked observers can can view and participate in certain elements of a Canvas course. For more information on the observer role, view the Observer Visibility and Participation PDF.

Notes:

Observers can generate a pairing code only when signed in as a student and following the steps in this lesson. After copying the pairing code, it can be entered into the observer's user settings.
Pairing codes can only be generated from the web version of Canvas. Pairing codes cannot be generated from Canvas mobile apps.

Open Settings

In Global Navigation, click the Account link [1], then click the Settings link [2].

Pair with Observer

Click the Pair with Observer button.

Note: If the Pair with Observer button doesn't display in your User Settings, please contact your institution for assistance with pairing with an observer.

Copy Pairing Code

Copy the six-digit alphanumeric pairing code [1]. You will need to share the code with the observer who will link to your account. The pairing code will expire after seven days or its first use.

To close the window, click the OK button [2].

Note: Pairing codes are case sensitive.