bug reportProductivity · Design ToolssituationalMobileOnboardingUX

Canva Redirects Repeatedly and Fails to Load Properly for New Users

First-time Canva users encounter redirect loops and loading failures that prevent them from reaching the editing interface. The broken onboarding experience creates confusion and early abandonment. Users report giving up without ever accessing the product's core functionality.

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