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Desktop App Installation

Download and install the VybeCoding desktop app on Mac (universal DMG for Apple Silicon and Intel) or Windows (64-bit NSIS installer for Windows 10/11). First launch and shell integration covered.

The VybeCoding desktop app is a companion to the iOS app that provides multi tab local terminal sessions, persistent tmux/PTY, an AI tool launcher, webcam streaming, and file transfer from your iPhone. The Mac build runs natively on both Apple Silicon and Intel as a universal binary. The Windows build is a 64-bit installer for Windows 10 and 11.

Downloading the App

Visit vybecoding.sh/desktop in your browser and click the download button for your platform. The Mac download is a standard DMG disk image; the Windows download is an NSIS-style .exe installer. Both are typically around 30 MB. The Mac binary is universal, one file works on Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) and Intel Macs.

infoMac requires macOS 13 Ventura or later. Windows requires 64-bit Windows 10 or 11. Older OS versions will need to be updated before installing.

Installing on Mac (DMG)

Double-click the downloaded DMG file to mount it. A window opens showing the VybeCoding app icon and an arrow pointing to your Applications folder. Drag VybeCoding into Applications. Eject the DMG from Finder, and you are done. The installation requires no special permissions and does not modify system files.

Installing on Windows (NSIS)

Double-click the downloaded VybeCoding_<version>_x64-setup.exe. The installer is currently unsigned, so SmartScreen will show a 'Windows protected your PC' dialog on first run. Click 'More info' and then 'Run anyway' to proceed. Step through the installer (no admin elevation required for a per-user install) and VybeCoding will be added to your Start menu.

infoThe Windows build is currently unsigned, which is why SmartScreen warns. We plan to add Sectigo code signing in a future release to remove that prompt.

First Launch

Open VybeCoding from your Applications folder or Spotlight on Mac, or the Start menu on Windows. On Mac's first launch, macOS may show a dialog saying the app was downloaded from the internet — click Open. VybeCoding will ask for permission to access your terminal environment and may request permission to send notifications (used for file transfer alerts from your iPhone). The app opens with a single terminal tab ready to use. On Mac, your default shell (zsh on modern macOS) loads automatically with your existing shell configuration. On Windows, PowerShell is the default; bash and other shells work too if installed.

tipIf macOS blocks the app with a message about unidentified developers, go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and click Open Anyway next to the VybeCoding entry. On Windows, the equivalent is the SmartScreen 'More info → Run anyway' flow described above.

Shell Integration

VybeCoding integrates with your file manager. On Mac, right click any folder in Finder and select Open in VybeCoding. On Windows, the same option is available in File Explorer's right click menu. Either launches a new terminal tab with that folder as the working directory. The integration is set up automatically during first launch, no additional configuration needed.

Keeping VybeCoding Updated

VybeCoding checks for updates automatically on launch. When a new version is available, a notification appears in the app with a one click update button. Updates are downloaded in the background and applied the next time you restart the app. You can also check for updates manually from the VybeCoding menu in the menu bar. Release notes are posted at vybecoding.sh/desktop with each new version.