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Before considering implementation in Canada, its acceptability must be assessed.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objective<\/jats:title>\n This study aimed to explore the prospective acceptability of the StandingTall app among Canadian community-dwelling adults aged 50 years and older with varying levels of physical activity and technological skills.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n A concurrent mixed methods design was guided by the Theoretical Framework of Acceptability (TFA). After viewing a demonstration video, participants completed an online survey in which they rated the 7 TFA constructs using a 5-point Likert scale. Participants also reported demographic and health characteristics. A subsample completed interviews that were also based on TFA constructs. Convergence between data sources was assessed through overall patterns.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n In total, 314 individuals completed the survey (mean age 61.8,\u202f SD\u202f8.0 y; n=279, 88.9% female participants) and 22 completed interviews. The mean acceptability score was 5.8\u202f (SD 1.3; out of 7). Participants viewed the StandingTall app positively, valuing its convenience, flexibility, clear design, and alignment with their health and aging goals. Both data sources indicated strong acceptability, shaped by high affective attitude and self-efficacy and tempered by burden and opportunity cost factors related to technology issues and existing lifestyle commitments. 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