--- title: "Update AnyDesk" slug: "update-anydesk" updated: 2026-10-29T15:12:10Z published: 2026-10-29T15:12:10Z canonical: "support.anydesk.com/update-anydesk" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.anydesk.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Update AnyDesk We are constantly updating AnyDesk with new features and improvements. Here, you will find the steps for updating AnyDesk to the latest version on various operating systems. > [!TIP] > 💡 **NOTE** > > When you update the AnyDesk client, your existing AnyDesk ID and settings from the previous version will remain unchanged. --- ## Updating AnyDesk on different OS ****Windows**** > [!CAUTION] > 🚨 **IMPORTANT** > > The instructions below only apply to [**standard**](https://anydesk.com/downloads) clients. For custom clients, please see [**Updating custom clients**](/v1/docs/update-anydesk#update-custom-clients). You can update AnyDesk on Windows *automatically* or *manually*, depending on your preferences. #### **Enabling automatic updates** To configure automatic updates: 1. Open AnyDesk and navigate to **Settings** > **Access.** > [!TIP] > 💡 For *AnyDesk 7 or earlier*, navigate to Settings > Security > Updates. 2. In the **Automatic Updates** section, select one of the following options: - **Disabled** - turn off automatic updates. You will need to update AnyDesk manually. - **Enabled - Stable Channel** - receive updates after they have been available in the Main channel for several weeks, allowing additional time to identify and address potential issues based on user feedback. - **Enabled - Main Channel** (recommended) - receive regular updates and improvements automatically. - **Enabled - Beta Channel** - try upcoming features before general release. Pre-release versions may contain bugs or stability issues.![](https://7940397.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/7940397/image-png-Feb-03-2024-04-06-51-6913-PM.png) We always recommend selecting the automatic updates, specifically **Main Channel**, as you will always have the latest stable version of AnyDesk installed on your device. #### Manually updating AnyDesk If automatic updates are disabled, you can manually install a newer version of AnyDesk. To update an already installed client manually: 1. Download the latest version of AnyDesk from our [website](https://anydesk.com/en/downloads) or download your custom client from the [my.anydesk](https://my.anydesk.com/v2/builds) portal. 2. Run the downloaded file. 3. AnyDesk will automatically detect the older version and prompt you to update. > [!TIP] > 💡 **NOTE** > > To check whether automatic updates are enabled, navigate to **Settings** > **Access** > **Automatic Updates**. If **Disabled** is selected, automatic updates are turned off. ****macOS**** You can update AnyDesk on macOS *automatically* or *manually*, depending on your preferences. #### Enabling automatic updates > [!CAUTION] > 🚨 Automatic updates are available in AnyDesk for macOS version **9.8.0** and later. To configure automatic updates: 1. Open AnyDesk and navigate to **Settings** > **Access.** 2. In the **Automatic Updates** section, select one of the available options. - **Disabled** - turn off automatic updates. You will need to update AnyDesk manually. - **Enabled - Stable Channel** - receive updates after they have been available in the Main channel for several weeks, allowing additional time to identify and address potential issues based on user feedback. - **Enabled - Main Channel** (recommended) - receive regular updates and improvements automatically. - **Enabled - Beta Channel** - try upcoming features before general release. Pre-release versions may contain bugs or stability issues. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/b94c9ac2-20ec-4c7e-b325-135b0ed113f9/Images/Documentation/macos auto updates.png) #### Manually updating AnyDesk You can also update AnyDesk manually by downloading and installing a newer version. This replaces the existing installation while preserving your configuration. To update AnyDesk on macOS: 1. Download the latest version of AnyDesk from our [website](https://anydesk.com/en/downloads) or a custom client from your [my.anydesk](https://my.anydesk.com/v2/builds) portal. 2. Open the downloaded `.dmg` file 3. In the installer window, double-click the AnyDesk application to open it. 4. In the AnyDesk window, click **Install Now**. 5. When prompted, confirm that you want to reinstall AnyDesk and accept the **Terms & Conditions**. 6. AnyDesk will replace the existing version with new one. ****Linux**** AnyDesk on Linux can be updated manually using an installer or through your system's package manager. If the AnyDesk repository is configured, updates can also be installed automatically, depending on your system's update settings. **Updating AnyDesk via the package manager** If you installed AnyDesk using the official [DEB Repository](http://deb.anydesk.com/howto.html?_ga=2.84723546.25481345.1606308904-636829753.1600257341) or [RPM Repository](http://rpm.anydesk.com/howto.html?_ga=2.89505880.25481345.1606308904-636829753.1600257341), you can update it through your system's package manager. When automatic system updates are enabled, newer AnyDesk versions can be installed automatically along with other application updates. Alternatively, you can update AnyDesk manually by running the appropriate command: | **Disctribution** | **Command** | | --- | --- | | **Debian / Ubuntu** | `apt upgrade anydesk` | | **RHEL / CentOS** | `yum upgrade anydesk` | | **Fedora** | `dnf upgrade anydesk` | | **SUSE** | `zypper upgrade anydesk` | **Updating AnyDesk on Linux using the installer** If you installed AnyDesk manually without configuring a repository, you can update it by downloading a newer version. 1. Download the latest AnyDesk version from our [website](https://anydesk.com/en/downloads) or a custom client from your [my.anydesk](https://my.anydesk.com/v2/builds) portal. 2. Run the downloaded installer. 3. When prompted, uninstall the current version of AnyDesk. 4. After the uninstallation is complete, run the installer again to install the updated version. ****iOS**** To update AnyDesk on iOS devices, open the [**App Store**](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/anydesk/id1176131273), search for **AnyDesk**, and tap **Update** if a new version is available. ****Android**** To update AnyDesk on Android devices, open the [**Google Play Store**](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.anydesk.anydeskandroid&hl=en), search for **AnyDesk**, and tap **Update** if a newer version is available. Alternatively, you can manually download the latest `.apk` from our [website](https://anydesk.com/en/downloads/android) and install it directly on your device. Make sure to enable **Install unknown apps** in your Android settings if required. --- ## Updating custom clients Custom AnyDesk clients do not support automatic updates. When a new version is available, a notification appears in the main AnyDesk window. The update process depends on whether your custom client is **Public** or **Private**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/b94c9ac2-20ec-4c7e-b325-135b0ed113f9/Images/Documentation/download availability cc 2.png) ### Updating public custom clients If **Download Availability** is set to **Public** for your custom client in the [**my.anydesk**](http://my.anydesk.com/v2) portal, users can download updated versions of the custom client directly from the update notification. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/b94c9ac2-20ec-4c7e-b325-135b0ed113f9/Images/Documentation/download availability cc.png) To update a public custom client: 1. Click the update notification in the main AnyDesk window to download the latest version. 2. Run the downloaded installer to update the existing client. ### Updating private custom clients If **Download Availability** is set to **Private**, the custom client cannot be downloaded through a public link. The AnyDesk account owner must download and distribute the updated version. To update a private custom client: 1. Sign in to the [**my.anydesk**](http://my.anydesk.com/v2) portal. 2. Navigate to **Builds** and download the updated custom client. 3. Distribute the installer to the target devices and install the update. > [!TIP] > 💡 **NOTE** > > You can check available versions of your custom clients on the **Builds** page in the [**my.anydesk**](http://my.anydesk.com/v2) portal. --- ## Updating a remote client You can remotely update AnyDesk during an active remote session. > [!NOTE] > 🦉 The remote device should be running with elevated/admin privileges to allow installation or updates. For more details, see [**this article**](/v1/docs/administrative-privileges-and-elevation-uac). To do that: 1. [Connect to the remote device](/v1/docs/connect-to-a-remote-client) using AnyDesk. 2. While in a session, initiate the update or installation process. 3. The session will temporarily disconnect during the update. After installation, AnyDesk restarts and becomes available again for reconnection. > [!TIP] > 💡 **NOTE** > > Ensure [**Unattended Access**](/v1/docs/unattended-access) is configured so that after the update, AnyDesk is accessible even without a user present.