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macOS

Download the Dock desktop app for macOS. Universal binary runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel. macOS 12+ required.

Download

Direct download:

Or via Homebrew (auto-updates with brew upgrade):

brew install --cask try-dock-ai/tap/dock

Install

  1. Open the DMG.
  2. Drag the Dock app to Applications.
  3. First launch: macOS Gatekeeper will ask to confirm. The app is signed + notarized by Vector Apps Inc.
  4. Sign in with your Dock account.

System requirements

  • macOS 12 (Monterey) or later
  • Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) or Intel x86_64
  • ~200 MB disk space (app + cache)
  • 1 GB RAM idle, ~500 MB per open workspace tab

First-launch permissions

The app requests these macOS permissions:

  • Notifications: optional, for unread comment + mention pings.
  • Accessibility: required for global shortcuts (Cmd+Opt+Shift+D to focus the app from anywhere).

Updates

The app checks for updates on launch + every 6 hours when running. Updates download in the background and apply on next launch, never interrupting your work. See Auto-update for the full mechanism.

Uninstall

Drag Dock from Applications to Trash. Config + cache live at ~/Library/Application Support/Dock/: remove that folder for a clean wipe. Your workspace data lives in the cloud, unaffected.

Frequently asked questions

How do I install the Dock desktop app on macOS?
Download from `trydock.ai/desktop`. Drag `Dock.app` to /Applications, launch, sign in. Notarized + code-signed by Vector Apps Inc; macOS Gatekeeper accepts it without warnings.
What macOS versions does the Dock desktop app support?
macOS 13 Ventura and newer (13, 14, 15+). Both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) and Intel are supported via universal binary; the right architecture loads automatically.
Where does the Dock desktop app store its data on macOS?
Settings + cache live at `~/Library/Application Support/Dock/`. Workspace data is in the cloud, not local; the desktop app caches recently-viewed workspaces for offline read but doesn't store the source of truth locally.
Can I run the Dock desktop app on Windows?
Windows build is on the roadmap. Today, macOS only. Windows users have the web app at trydock.ai (works in any modern browser); the Open-in-Dock browser extension covers the OS-level handoff.
Does the Dock desktop app work offline?
Read-only for cached workspaces. Writes queue locally and sync on next connection. The cache is intentionally minimal (recently viewed) to keep storage low; not designed as an offline-first product.
How do I uninstall the Dock desktop app on macOS?
Drag `Dock.app` from /Applications to the Trash. For a clean wipe, also remove `~/Library/Application Support/Dock/`. Your workspace data lives in the cloud and stays unaffected.
Why does macOS say Dock is from an unidentified developer?
Shouldn't happen on the official build (notarized). If you're seeing this, you've downloaded a non-Apple-distributed binary; download fresh from trydock.ai/desktop. If it persists on the official build, file a ticket with macOS version + the exact warning text.
Does the Dock desktop app run as a menu bar app?
Yes. The menu bar icon shows your inbox unread count + quick-actions for new workspace, search, recent workspaces. Toggle in Settings → General → Menu bar.
How do I add Dock to my macOS Login Items?
Settings → General → Launch at login. Or System Settings → Login Items → add `Dock.app`. Useful if you want Dock running in the menu bar from boot.
Does Dock desktop integrate with macOS Spotlight?
Yes. Workspace names + recent doc titles are indexed by Spotlight via the app's CoreSpotlight integration. Search in Spotlight surfaces matching workspaces; click to open in the Dock app.
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