AnyDesk Updates

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We are constantly updating AnyDesk with new features and improvements. Below, you can find information on how to update AnyDesk to the latest version, regardless of the device platform.

Please note that updating the AnyDesk client will keep the pre-existing AnyDesk-ID and settings from the previous version.

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Windows

Note: The information below is relevant to all types of clients except for custom clients, for which you should refer to Custom Clients.

Windows currently has three release channels:

1. Release Channel: These are the latest full-release versions of AnyDesk, available from our website or custom versions from my.AnyDesk.com. To update an existing installed client, simply download the latest version of AnyDesk and run the program. AnyDesk will automatically detect the older version and prompt for an update. You can also enable automatic updates in the “Settings” > “Security” > “Updates” to stay informed of the latest updates.
2. Automatic Update Channel: AnyDesk versions contained in the automatic update channel are the latest fully stable versions of AnyDesk. You can enable automatic updates in “Settings” > “Security” > “Updates” to keep AnyDesk automatically up-to-date.
3. Beta Channel: AnyDesk provides Beta versions for users who want to experience cutting-edge features. Note that Beta versions may contain issues that can affect user experience. To update to the Beta version, go to “Settings” > “Security” > “Updates” and enable “Beta version.”

Note: A new version of AnyDesk can also be installed manually on top. Closing or uninstalling AnyDesk is not required.

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macOS

To update AnyDesk for macOS:

1. Download the latest version of AnyDesk from our website or custom editions from my.AnyDesk.com.
2. Open the newly downloaded DMG file, and double-click the AnyDesk application.
3. An AnyDesk window will appear with an “Install Now” option. Clicking this will prompt the user to reinstall and accept the Terms & Conditions, updating the existing installation.

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Linux

To update AnyDesk for Linux:

1. Download the latest version of AnyDesk from our website or custom editions from my.AnyDesk.com.
2. Run the installer and remove the existing installation of AnyDesk for Linux.
3. Once the installer has removed the existing installation, run it again to install the latest version.

You can also update AnyDesk for Linux using Terminal commands if the repository has been added to the device.

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iOS

AnyDesk can be updated on iOS devices through the Apple App Store.

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Android

AnyDesk can be updated on Android devices through the Google Play Store, or manually with the APK version.

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Custom Clients

Automatic update is currently not available for custom clients. To update a custom client, a notification in the main AnyDesk window will provide a download link. If the custom client has been made public in my.AnyDesk.com, clicking the notification will automatically download the latest version.

For clients not made public, updates will need to be manually deployed by the account owner on my.anydesk.com.

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Remote Update

AnyDesk can be updated remotely within a session. The update/installation can be started by the connecting party, and once finished, the client will be available for reconnection.

Please note that Unattended Access must be configured to establish a new session if there is no user present at the remote device.

Furthermore, installing/updating AnyDesk requires administrative permissions. To interact with the UAC prompts, please refer to Administrator Privileges and Elevation (UAC).

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