01
Open the installer
Open the downloaded DMG from your browser or Downloads folder.
Desktop app
Download Robert for Mac.
Choose the build made for your Mac. Every release is signed and notarized by Apple before you download it.
Robert for Mac
Keep Robert one click away.
Use the full Robert workspace from your desktop, with native notifications and updates delivered in the background.
Signed and notarized by Apple
Install Robert in three steps
02
Move Robert
Drag Robert into the Applications folder in the installer window.
03
Open and sign in
Open Robert from Applications and sign in to your workspace.
First launch on macOS
Allow Robert to keep you signed in.
When macOS asks Robert to use information in “Robert Safe Storage,” enter your Mac login password and select Always Allow. macOS verifies this password. Robert does not receive or store it.
- Always Allow
- Recommended. Robert can restore your session without asking again.
- Allow
- Grants access once. macOS can ask again the next time Robert opens.
- Deny
- Blocks session access. You may need to sign in again.
Updates
Updates happen inside Robert.
Robert checks for new versions in the background. When an update is ready, restart Robert immediately or install it when you close the app.
- Automatic by defaultNew versions download in the background.
- You stay in controlChoose Restart to update or Later when Robert is ready.
- Change the settingOpen Settings, Preferences, then Desktop updates.
- Check manuallyOpen the Robert menu and select Check for Updates.
Choose the correct build
Which Mac do I have?
Open the Apple menu and select About This Mac. Choose Apple Silicon for an M-series chip. Choose Intel when the Processor field says Intel.
Need help?
Install Robert safely.
If macOS reports a developer or integrity warning, download Robert again from this page. Do not bypass Gatekeeper. If the warning continues, contact support.
You can also review the release notes or compare the SHA-512 checksums shown with each download.