Claude Desktop is currently a beta feature.
The Claude desktop apps bring Claude's capabilities directly to your computer, allowing for seamless integration with your workflow.
System Requirements
macOS: macOS 11 (Big Sur) or higher
Windows: Windows 10 or higher
Installation Steps
Visit the Claude downloads page.
Select the appropriate version for your operating system:
For Mac users: Click "macOS"
For Windows users: Click "Windows"
Once the download is completed:
Open the file to complete installation.
Launch Claude from your Applications folder (Mac) or Start menu (Windows).
Sign in with your account to get started.
Desktop Extensions
Desktop extensions transform how you connect Claude to your desktop applications and data. Similar to browser extensions, these secure, installable packages let you:
Connect Claude to your desktop apps with one click: Install extensions that integrate with your local files, calendars, emails, and messaging apps.
Access a curated directory of extensions: Browse verified extensions directly within Claude Desktop, including options like iMessage and filesystem access.
Enjoy enterprise-ready security: Extensions use code signing, encrypted storage for sensitive data like API keys, and enterprise policy controls.
To explore desktop extensions, navigate to Settings > Extensions within the Claude Desktop app after installation.
Note: We’re building a directory of desktop extensions – if you’re a developer hoping to add an extension you built to the directory, complete our desktop extensions interest form to share more information with us.
Read more about desktop extensions in our Getting started with Model Context Protocol (MCP) on Claude Desktop article.