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Install Toby

You need: a Mac with Apple silicon (M1 or later) running macOS 26 or later.

⬇ Download Toby for macOS
  1. Open the downloaded .dmg file.
  2. Drag Toby.app into the Applications folder.
  3. Open Toby from Applications or Spotlight.

The first time you open Toby, macOS may say the app was downloaded from the internet. Click Open. Toby then sets itself up. There's nothing to install separately.

The button always downloads the latest release.

What you'll see first​

Toby opens on Home. Until you've connected an AI provider, Toby can't answer questions, so start with Set up your AI.

Later, macOS will ask for permission when Toby first needs something protected, such as your calendar, microphone, or contacts. You only need to allow what you plan to use. You can review all permissions later under File → Permissions….

Updates​

When a new version is available, a download button appears in the toolbar with a tip showing the new version number. Click Upgrade to v… (or Toby → Check for Updates…) to install it. Your settings and chats are kept.

Next step​

Set up your AI →