Download and install the Upwork Desktop App for Windows, Mac, or Linux. Learn OS-specific steps, fix installation issues, and get troubleshooting help..
Having trouble with the app? Find troubleshooting tips here.
How do I download the Upwork Desktop App on Windows?
- Download the app here. (You can also check there to see if your operating system is supported)
- Open the UpworkSetup.exe file from your Downloads folder
- Choose Run and follow the on-screen instructions
How do I download the Upwork Desktop App on Mac?
- Download the app here. You can also check there to see if your operating system is supported.
- Open UpworkTeam.dmg and drag the Upwork Desktop App to your Applications folder
- If you see an “unidentified developer” error, follow the instructions below:
- Go to System Preferences › Security and Privacy › General
- Select Allow applications downloaded from anywhere
Apple introduced an app security option called Gatekeeper that blocks our ability to install or perform upgrades. Because our desktop app is not currently an Apple-certified app, you need to disable this setting to use it. To learn more about Gatekeeper, read this article from Apple Support.
Once you change this setting, you will no longer see the "unidentified developer" warning. However, you will still be prompted to give permission to open an unknown application when you download and open the desktop app the first time.
How do I download the Upwork Desktop App on Linux?
- Download the app here. You can also check there to see if your operating system is supported.
- Select the file and click Install Package
- Go here for distribution-specific installation instructions
Note: Chromebook is not one of our supported operating systems. Though workarounds may exist to download our app onto Chromebook (such as enabling Linux), some features of the app may not work, including features necessary for tracking time.
Having a problem with the app? Find troubleshooting tips here.