> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.devolutions.net/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/getting-started/installation.md). # Installation This section covers everything needed to install, update, and remove Remote Desktop Manager across all supported platforms. ### Client Remote Desktop Manager is available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. The Windows client can be downloaded as a setup file (`.msi` or `.exe`) or as a compressed binary (`.7z` or `.zip`) from the [Devolutions website](https://devolutions.net/remote-desktop-manager/home/download) or the [Microsoft Store](https://apps.microsoft.com/store/detail/devolutions-remote-desktop-manager/XPFCXHF337W98S). Depending on the downloaded media, either run the setup or extract the files to any folder and launch the executable. For portable or multi-instance deployments, a portable (USB) installation option is also available. After installing, you can start with a [free trial](https://docs.devolutions.net/resources/getting-started-packages/free-trials/) or register a purchased license. By default, a local SQLite workspace is created, and additional workspaces can be configured at any time. See [Client](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/installation/client) for the full list of download options and detailed setup instructions. ### Database upgrade Some Remote Desktop Manager releases require changes to the underlying database structure. These upgrades are performed automatically when you open the application, but it is best practice to back up your workspace first. In team environments, you must be the only user connected to the database during the upgrade, and the account performing the update must have administrative privileges (`SYSDBA` or `DB_OWNER`). See [Database upgrade](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/installation/database-upgrade) for the full step-by-step procedure on Windows and macOS. ### Updating Remote Desktop Manager When a new version is available, Remote Desktop Manager displays an update window with release notes (new features, improvements, fixes, and breaking changes). From that window, you can download and install the update immediately, schedule installation for when the application closes, skip the version, or be reminded later. On Linux, updates are applied manually by downloading the new `.deb` package and installing it via the terminal. See [Update](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/installation/update) for platform-specific instructions and information on automating updates via Microsoft Intune. ### Uninstalling Remote Desktop Manager See [Uninstall](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/installation/uninstall) for instructions on removing Remote Desktop Manager from your system. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/getting-started/installation.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.