# How do I install the sipgate app on MacOS?

To install the sipgate app on your Mac, you can use this [download link.](https://www.sipgate.de/app?_gl=1*iiilxm*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MjQzMjQ0NDkuQ2owS0NRand3NXUyQmhEZUFSSXNBTEJ1TG5PNUZQaDI4U0NMTlRtSUxiQ2lWRWdtQzRfYlk1a3FtUDhMYmpuWlVxX0dCR1lQRUVaU09oTWFBcUhpRUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*Mjc3NTU3NjA4LjE3MjQxMzU2MDY.*_ga*ODg3Nzk1NTAxLjE3MjQxMzU2MDY.*_ga_VTZ61ES43V*MTcyOTE1NTU3Ni41MS4xLjE3MjkxNTU2MzQuMi4wLjA.#download) Once the download is complete, run the downloaded file to start the installation process.

When the sipgate.dmg window opens, simply drag the **sipgate icon** to the **Programs / Applications** icon in Finder. This will install the sipgate app on your Mac, and it can now be found in the Applications folder in Finder.

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**Tip:** You can find more articles about the sipgate app [here](https://teamhelp.sipgate.co.uk/hc/en-gb/sections/21923349133853-sipgate-app-CLINQ).
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#### How to set up notifications in the sipgate app?

To see sipgate app notifications in the notifications panel, go to your **Mac settings** and select the Notifications section. You should see sipgate there, but it will likely be marked as **off**. To receive notifications from the sipgate app, switch it to on and choose **Banner** as the alert style. Depending on your preferences and needs, you can customize further settings.

#### How to set the sipgate app as default app for calls?

To set the sipgate app as the default for calls, follow this path: FaceTime ➔ Preferences ➔ General ➔ Default for Calls ➔ Set sipgate App as Default.

#### Network Installation of the sipgate app

We recommend using the app on the web: <http://workspace.sipgate.com/\\>
Users always have the latest version and sufficient user rights.

Note: Local administrator rights are required to install or update the sipgate app on Windows.

To avoid manual updates by users, we recommend using a software management tool:

baramundi: Use [software distribution](https://www.baramundi.com/en-gb/solutions/software-distribution/).

installomator: Use the [GitHub](https://github.com/Installomator/Installomator) repository to find the latest [.yml file](https://desktop.download.sipgate.com/latest.yml) and automatically check for new versions.

Prerequisites

**Hardware**: x86 CPU or ARM CPU (M1/M2/M3/M4)\
**Software**: macOS 10.16 / 12.x / 13.x / 14.x / 15.x

**Not supported**:

* macOS 10.13 (High Sierra)
* macOS 10.14 (Mojave)
* macOS 10.15 (Catalina)
* Terminal server usage

#### How can I uninstall sipgate?

You can easily uninstall the sipgate app by:\
**macOS ➔ Finder ➔ Applications ➔ Dragging the sipgate app icon to the trash.**

If you want to remove all app files from your computer, follow these steps:

1. Open Finder.
2. Go to /Users/$USER/Library/Application Support/sipgate-desktop
3. Delete this folder.

**Replace $USER with your Mac username.**\
Example: /Users/Mustermann/Library/Application Support/sipgate-desktop