Keep your BitBoxApp up to date
Keeping your BitBoxApp updated ensures you benefit from the latest features, performance improvements, and security enhancements. Regular updates protect your digital assets by incorporating the newest security measures.
This guide will walk you through the simple process of updating your BitBoxApp on various operating systems.
Update instructions by operating system
Windows
- Visit the BitBoxApp download page.
- Download the latest BitBoxApp installer for Windows.
- Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install the new version.
macOS
- Go to the BitBoxApp download page.
- Download the latest BitBoxApp for macOS.
- Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the BitBoxApp to your Applications folder.
- If prompted, replace the existing application.
Linux
- Navigate to the BitBoxApp download page.
- Select your Linux distribution and download the appropriate package (.deb, .rpm, or AppImage).
- For .deb or .rpm packages, use your package manager to install the new version.
- For AppImage:
Make the AppImage executable:
chmod +x BitBoxApp.AppImage
Run the AppImage:
./BitBoxApp.AppImage
For detailed instructions on installing AppImages, refer to the official guide.
Android
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Search for “BitBoxApp” and tap “Update” if available.
Alternatively:
- Download the latest APK from the BitBoxApp download page.
- Open the downloaded APK file to install the update.
Additional tips
- You do not need to have your BitBox02 connected when updating the BitBoxApp.
- After updating the BitBoxApp, you may be prompted to update your BitBox02 firmware. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the firmware update.