Installation¶
Follow the steps for your operating system to install PicoKey App.
Downloads¶
Download PicoKey App from the official downloads page.
Purchase a license to access the download. After your purchase, a download link will arrive by email; the Downloads page provides builds for Windows, Linux, and macOS, along with the corresponding license file.

Note
Always download PicoKey App from official sources to avoid tampered binaries.
Windows¶
- Download the
.exeportable build. - No installer is required. Just put the app in the desired folder.
- Launch PicoKey App from the Start menu.
Windows driver notes¶
PicoKey App uses standard USB drivers where possible. If your device is not detected, go to:
macOS¶
- Download the
.dmg(or.zip) build. - Drag PicoKey App into Applications.
- Open PicoKey App.
Tip
If macOS blocks the app, open System Settings → Privacy & Security and allow it to run.
Linux¶
- Download the AppImage.
- Make it executable:
chmod +x PicoKey App.AppImage - Run it:
./PicoKey App.AppImage
Tip
If Linux does not detect the device, you may need to add udev rules or adjust group permissions. See:
After installation, continue with First steps to set up the device.