Download Signal Desktop
Private messenger desktop app for Signal users.
8.24.1Confirm your operating system and architecture
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Verified 2026-08-23 from Signal Desktop GitHub releases.
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Signal Desktop official sources by platform
Where can you install it?
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Version evidence and catalogued download links are anchored to the publisher-owned source.
Open publisher source ↗System requirements
- macos: macOS 10.15 or later recommended
- windows: Windows 10 or later recommended
- linux: 64-bit Linux distribution with supported package format
Does Signal Desktop have an Android app or APK?
No verified Android app or APK in the catalog. Signal Desktop does not have a verified Android app, Google Play listing, or official APK in the What-Version catalog. Desktop installers for macOS, Windows, and Linux will not run on Android.
Open official Signal Desktop websiteFor APK searches, prefer vendor-owned pages, Google Play, F-Droid, GitHub releases, or documentation explicitly linked by the project.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need Signal on my phone first?
Yes, Signal Desktop links to an existing Signal mobile account.
Which Signal Desktop build should I download?
Choose the official download for your OS and architecture from Signal.org.
Is Signal Desktop free?
Yes, Signal Desktop is free.