> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://teamhelp.sipgate.co.uk/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://teamhelp.sipgate.co.uk/use-sipgate/sipgate-app/how-do-i-install-the-sipgate-app-on-macos.md).

# How do I install the sipgate app on MacOS?

How to install, set up notifications, and uninstall 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).
{% endhint %}

#### 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